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Big Oil could help the green transition

30 Aug, 2024
What if Big Oil championed – and profited from – the green transition? Here’s how it could work.
A wallet

How to make NZ banking more competitive

Business
28 Aug, 2024
If the government wants to address bank profitability, it needs to enable and encourage people to change banks. So, how can this be achieved?
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Take a look inside AUT's Living Labs

27 Aug, 2024
A new video looks at how AUT's Living Labs project is connecting people to nature by interweaving ecological science and mātauranga Māori.
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Business news

Coins

Would a Universal Basic Income work?

Business
03 Sep, 2024
A new US study gives insights into what might be expected if the UBI becomes a reality – and the findings may surprise, writes NZPRI’s Alexander Plum.
A generic oil and gas refinery.

Big Oil could help the green transition

30 Aug, 2024
What if Big Oil championed – and profited from – the green transition? Here’s how it could work.
A wallet

How to make NZ banking more competitive

Business
28 Aug, 2024
If the government wants to address bank profitability, it needs to enable and encourage people to change banks. So, how can this be achieved?
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Culture and society news

Law and life

Bringing the law to life

02 Sep, 2024
AUT Law School brings the law to life through a variety of distinguished speakers who share their real-world legal experiences with students.
A generic oil and gas refinery.

Big Oil could help the green transition

30 Aug, 2024
What if Big Oil championed – and profited from – the green transition? Here’s how it could work.
Shattered homes

What if your home is deemed uninsurable?

Law
27 Aug, 2024
As the risk from natural disasters grows, insurers must explore alternative models and innovate if New Zealand is to adapt to future change.
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Health news

Nusing Students

New programme to benefit student nurses

Health sciences
21 Aug, 2024
In a new partnership, AUT and Southern Cross Health Trust are offering student nurses support as they navigate their studies and clinical placements.
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Concussion research offers new insights

Health sciences
15 Aug, 2024
New research could revolutionise the understanding of concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), including brain inflammation and recovery.
Doctor NZ

School-based healthcare a must for NZ

Health sciences
16 Jul, 2024
Though NZ’s school achievement is a big focus right now, what’s missing from the discussion is the impact health has on learning and academic achievement.
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Science and technology news

AUT innovators named as finalists in Kiw

30 Aug, 2024
Two AUT innovators whose research and entrepreneurship are on a path to disrupt the global surfactant industry have been named finalists in...
A screenshot from the video below that shows a group of three students measuring the height of a tree.

Take a look inside AUT's Living Labs

27 Aug, 2024
A new video looks at how AUT's Living Labs project is connecting people to nature by interweaving ecological science and mātauranga Māori.
Sean

Q&A – Alumn redefines virtual travel

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences
07 Aug, 2024
Meet Sean Mascarenhas, an AUT alumnus who is using virtual technology to change how we see travel.
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University news

AUT Live on campus

Supporting rangatahi Māori

26 Aug, 2024
As part of AUT’s work in the regions to remove barriers to higher education, AUT provided transport for Northland students wanting to experience AUT LIVE.
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Introducing AUT Global

21 Aug, 2024
AUT’s Outbound Exchange programme has been relaunched, offering a life-changing experience for students.
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Tonga Language Week 2024

19 Aug, 2024
To recognise Tonga Language Week 2024, Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) Alumnus, Kat Malama Aho, shares their inspiring language journey.
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Celebrating success

Dr Jack Chen

Dr Jack Chen

04 Sep 2024
Dr Jack Chen, a senior lecturer in chemistry, has been named a finalist in the 2024 KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards.
Associate Professor Elizabeth du Preez

Associate Professor Elizabeth du Preez

04 Sep 2024
Associate Professor Elizabeth du Preez from the School of Clinical Sciences has been awarded the 2024 NZ Psychological Society Public Interest Award.
Professor Gail Pacheco

Professor Gail Pacheco

04 Sep 2024
Professor of Economics Gail Pacheco has been appointed Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission.
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