Research at Otago | University of Otago

Globally significant, regionally responsive research excellence at Otago
Hiranga ā-ao, aronga ā-rohe, kounga ā-rangahau

The University of Otago is ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions in the world and has been awarded 5 stars plus¹ – the highest possible rating for teaching and research.

1. QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Rankings and QS Stars rating.

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He Kitenga: Research highlights

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Early-career researchers at Otago

Our exceptional early-career researchers are making their mark at the University...

Research strengths

Aotearoa in Asia-Pacific
Identity and culture
Lifespan research
Major health issues
Mātauranga Māori
Research frontiers
Sustainability

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Research facilities and special collections | Whaitua rangahau hāngai me ngā kohinga motuhake

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Anatomy museum

Rhomboid glass multi-storey building named the Centre for Innovation at twilight on the Dunedin campus

Centre for Innovation

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Christchurch regenerative medicine

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Geology Museum

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Hocken Library

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Marine Studies Centre

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Mellor Laboratories

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Performing arts facilities

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Polaris II

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Research impact | Whakapātanga rangahau

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Research in our four academic divisions | Te rangahau ki ō mātou whare mātauranga e whā

Business Research

Business School research landing page

Health Sciences Research

Research in the Division of Health Sciences has generated world-class achievemen...

Humanities Research

Otago’s Division of Humanities research output is rated the best in New Zealand...

Sciences Research

The Division of Sciences at the University of Otago is a leader in many areas of...