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HE KITENGA reflects the concept of discovery. The Māori word kitenga derives from kite which translates to words such as see, perceive, find and discover. This title reflects the University's connection to New Zealand's cultural heritage, as well as its commitment to national and international research and innovation.
Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest university.
Today it has a nationwide presence and enjoys an international reputation for excellence. Over the past 150 years Otago has successfully balanced the traditions of its history with modern scholarship and world-class research.
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Critical problems require transformational response
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Ocean stressors: sink or swim?
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Researchers examine seaweed beds in the Otago harbour
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Spreading the mats of welcome and belonging
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Shaping our cities
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Public housing marae-style
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Environmental personhood a way forward?
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Māori mental health: inequity and systemic change
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Business of change
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Ryegrass re-imagined
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Renewable goals: 100%
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Battery power
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Island energy targets feasible
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The sustainability crisis and the role of research
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Alliance progresses green hydrogen technologies
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Snow models water flows
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Children's insights
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Ice melt models refined
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Solar particles at play
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Right amount Right place Right time
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Towards a greener transport future
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Tourism's new destination
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Policy school fosters tourism rethink
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Tourism and te ao Māori
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Medicines for equity
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Upcycled food: doing more and better
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Sustainable accountability
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