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Boost for AUT immunology research

Boost for AUT immunology research

Improved health outcomes for Māori and Pacific people will result from a major boost to AUT’s immunology research expertise.

KC and Access to Justice: A Response

KC and Access to Justice: A Response

Is “KC” a way to identify the most accomplished legal advocates? Or is it also an expression of what the legal profession values and expects of itself?

Trust in news up significantly in 2026

Trust in news up significantly in 2026

The latest Trust in News report shows trust up significantly, and journalism revived as a trusted source

AUT students backed to grow their businesses

AUT students backed to grow businesses

Eight AUT students have received nearly $60,000 in joint AUT and King’s Trust seed funding to help grow their businesses while studying

In healthcare, “sorry” may not be enough

In healthcare, “sorry” may not be enough

When it comes to medical mistakes, are apologies what patients need most? AUT research surveyed more than 1200 participants to find out.

KiwiSaver changes penalise some earners

KiwiSaver changes penalise some earners

For many NZers, “getting ahead” has quietly become “just getting through”. Which makes the latest change to KiwiSaver understandable but problematic.

KC and Access to Justice: A Response

KC and Access to Justice: A Response

Is “KC” a way to identify the most accomplished legal advocates? Or is it also an expression of what the legal profession values and expects of itself?

Q&A: KiwiSaver Matters

Q&A: KiwiSaver Matters

Wondering when to start and how best to save for your retirement? Join Professor of Finance Aaron Gilbert to find out why KiwiSaver Matters.

Global role for AUT lean construction 

Global role for AUT lean construction

AUT’s leading role in Lean Construction has seen the School of Future Environments take on the co-lead of a prestigious international group.

Boost for AUT immunology research

Boost for AUT immunology research

Improved health outcomes for Māori and Pacific people will result from a major boost to AUT’s immunology research expertise.

Q&A: Teeth Matters

Q&A: Teeth Matters

If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so expensive to go to the dentist Chanae Ihimaera, Senior Lecturer in Oral Health is here to answer your dental questions.

How to get a second dental opinion

How to get a second dental opinion

If the dental bill has ever made you gulp, you’re far from alone - so what questions should you ask to make sure you're getting the correct treatment?

Can gen AI be a privacy expert?

Can gen AI be a privacy expert?

AUT researchers find AI tools like Chat GPT, Claude AI and Gemini can interpret websites’ privacy policies with up to 85% accuracy.

World-leading asbestos research at AUT

World-leading asbestos research at AUT

Research to determine if asbestos fibres found in kids’ play sand can be inhaled is underway, led by AUT Associate Professor Terri-Ann Berry

AUT hosts talk on future of health

AUT hosts talk on future of health

AUT hosted sector leaders at North Campus to explore how innovation, equity and workforce development will shape the future of health in Aotearoa.

AUT appoints four Professor Emeriti

AUT appoints four Professor Emeriti

AUT recognises four distinguished academics as Emeritus Professors for their leadership, research and long-standing service to the University.

AUT students shine at Auckland FC game

AUT students shine at Auckland FC game

Tītahi ki Tua have delivered powerful performances in front of a large Tāmaki Makaurau football crowd.

AUT breaks into global top 25 for sports-related subjects

AUT breaks into global top 25 for sports

A significant rise in the latest QS rankings sees AUT grow its international reputation for sports-related teaching, research and partnerships.