Postgraduate and researchers news

Seabed mining around Aotearoa

A select committee will consider the risks and benefits of seabed mining in NZ waters. AUT Law Professor Paul Myburgh examines the issues at hand.

Industry award for AUT engineer

Dr Shahab Ramhormozian’s innovative developments in structural and earthquake engineering systems has been recognised by HERA.

Auckland wins 7 Experiences Summit

Hundreds of academics and professionals are expected to converge on Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for the fourth annual 7 Experiences Summit.

Single concussion linked to violence

New AUT research shows even a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) like concussion significantly increases the risk of criminal behaviour.

AUT stroke team wins PM’s Science Prize

The National Institute for Stroke and Applied Neurosciences (NISAN) team has won the 2022 Prime Minister’s Science Prize - the first ever received by AUT.

Huge therapeutic potential for research

At AUT’s Drug Delivery Research Group, PhD candidate Maya Dian is one of several postgraduate students working on novel research and development projects.

Radio essential for social connections

Recent research by Dr Amber Hammill for her PhD at AUT’s School of Communication Studies, reaffirms the importance of radio as a crucial public utility.

Optimal recovery: why, and how, to do it

Professor Helena Cooper-Thomas explains how you can actively restore your energies after work and enhance your on-the-job performance.

AI re-shapes advertising creativity in NZ

Generative AI will have more impact on advertising creativity in New Zealand, according to new research from AUT's School of Communication Studies.

How to C.O.P.E. during “8 for April”

Kiwi kids will be in school for just eight days this month. But for working parents, it doesn’t have to be all bad. Professor Candice Harris explains.