Science and technology news

Meet Cornelia - AUT's robot turtle

The underwater robot turtle sheds light on the animals’ mysterious and efficient swimming style - and could help with future ocean conservation.

Rare squid found

AUT’s resident squid expert Kat Bolstad appeared on RNZ Nights last week to talk about the Squid Squad and their annual Squidmas research trip.

IIT Madras intern at AUT

Bindushree Basavanna, a BTech Aerospace Engineering student at IIT Madras, interned at AUT’s School of Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences.

AUT hosts AI + communication symposium

AUT will host the AI + Communication Symposium, an all-day open event, to share research and create discussion on September 6 2023.

School science and mātauranga Māori

There is a need for careful reading and thoughtfulness in the discussion over mātauranga Māori and school science, Professor Georgina Tuari Stewart says.

Holograms and AI reinvigorating music

Does digitally enhanced musical performance meet fan expectations? AUT Researchers investigate fans’ responses to ABBAtars.

Southland media feature AUT alumna

AUT alumna and Coastal Restoration Trust science award winner, Cassie Newman discussed her erosion research with the Southland Times and Southland Express.

Ethnic gaps explain few Māori scientists

That few Māori study science at school is because they are more likely to be from families with lower wealth and income, an AUT Professor says.

AUT alumna recognised by Forbes

AUT alumna, Nu’uali’i Eteroa Tusipepa Lafaele, (Samoa), has been named in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List.

AUT academics team with music star BENEE

Kiwi musician BENEE has collaborated with AUT neuroscientists and Youthline on a new single, scientifically designed to help manage anxious feelings.