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Are we gaining or losing native forest?

Ecology professor Sebastian Leuzinger on the question of whether Aotearoa is losing or gaining native forest.

Leafless Kauri stump

Such undead tree stumps have been observed for almost 200 years, but the evolutionary and physiological processes leading to their existence remain a myste

Climate Science 2020 – 10 New Insights

Professor Sebastian Leuzinger outlines some of 2020's significant findings within the field of climate science.

Beyond labs and lecture theatres

Research opportunities and field trips to estuaries, zoos, marine parks and intertidal shores are key components of AUT’s marine science programmes.

$2.7m for offshore aquaculture

AUT ecologist Dr Kay Vopel is leading a project to develop new protocols for offshore fish farming.

Swimming with whales know the risks

Swimming with whales: you must know the risks and when it’s best to keep your distance

Scaring Nemo

How do clownfish on coral reefs react to encounters with humans?

AUT and Ocean Beach: Bluff aquaculture

The owners of the former Ocean Beach freezing works have partnered with AUT to turn its Southland site into a centre of excellence for aquaculture.

Switching farm animals for crops?

Climate Explained: What if we took all farm animals off the land and planted crops and trees instead? Professor Sebastian Leuzinger investigates.

Study - Non-crop vegetation helps farms

Non-productive vegetation on farms can increase ecosystem services such as decomposition and nitrogen mineralisation, according to a recent study.