News from the University of Otago, Christchurch
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01 May 2024
Otago launches new tohu, ikoa Māori
The University of Otago officially launched its new brand at a ceremony today.
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01 May 2024
Otago medical student at forefront of first responders’ conference
Ōtautahi has suffered more than its share of crises and natural disasters in rec...
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18 Apr 2024
Inaugural UOC Researchers Forum – “sharing our mahi”
The University of Otago, Christchurch, launched a new initiative this week, aime...
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17 Apr 2024
Remembering Emeritus Professor Robin Fraser ONZM
Emeritus Professor Robin Fraser ONZM, BSc (Med), MB BS, PhD, MD, FRACP was both...
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12 Apr 2024
Study finds alcohol ED presentations increasing among older New Zealanders
Findings from a new University of Otago, Christchurch, study suggest alcohol har...
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27 Mar 2024
New trial for treatment-resistant depression
Researchers at the University of Otago are recruiting for a novel trial, combini...
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22 Mar 2024
Otago academics propose resuscitation strategy for doctor shortage
Aotearoa New Zealand’s doctor shortage needs urgent attention, and a group of Un...
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21 Mar 2024
Kōkiri Ki Tua – towards enhanced learning and teaching
Professor Tim Cooper is focused on advancing Otago’s learning environment, enhan...
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21 Feb 2024
Half-price fares benefit people experiencing transport poverty – study
New research from the University of Otago, Christchurch, has found reduced cost...
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30 Jan 2024
“Gifted” Vascular and Transplant Surgeon Professor Justin Roake retires
It was William Osler (1849-1919), a Professor of Medicine at John Hopkins Medica...
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16 Jan 2024
Culturally sensitive approach needed to treat Māori with eating disorders – study
New research from the University of Otago, Christchurch, suggests treatment meth...
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21 Dec 2023
Funding paves way for spiritual care in health study
An upcoming bicultural study aims to create a national action plan for spiritual...