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New MPs face brutal learning curve. Why?

New AUT research shows how hard the move into new political jobs can be – and how parliament, the media and the public might better support newcomers.

AUT study reveals brain injury inequity

New research has revealed that Māori, males and those who are socioeconomically deprived are more likely to suffer severe traumatic brain injuries (sTBI).

It’s Tuvalu Language Week

AUT is proud to celebrate Tuvalu Language Week by showcasing a fatele performed by three students of Tuvaluan heritage.

Q&A: Infrastructure Matters

AUT Professor John Tookey answers questions on housing, transport, infrastructure, flood risk, project costs and household energy in Aotearoa.

Beyond the dental chair

If dental professionals use inclusive language and focus on quality of life, it can make a huge difference for people who live with cerebral palsy.

Dramatic impact of Hunga volcano

The most explosive eruption of the last century – the 2022 Hunga volcano near Tonga - caused massive changes to the ocean floor.

The danger of AI therapy

People thinking of turning to a general AI chatbot for therapy or emotional support, would do better to look at other ways they can meet their needs.

Who is and isn’t using robo-advisors?

New AUT research shows those who could benefit the most from affordable, financial digital services are not using them.

Curved buildings are strong

Architecture PhD student Surendar Jayachandran from AUT’s school of future environments has developed a new design for curved, reusable buildings.

Is Buy Now, Pay Later a form of debt?

Marketed as a convenient way to pay for purchases over time, BNPL are fundamentally still a form of debt.