Research in nursing
Nursing research at AUT addresses health across the lifespan and reflects the diverse health needs of Aotearoa. Key areas include child and youth health, mental health and wellbeing, nursing education, Māori and Pacific health, healthy ageing, clinical practice, health equity, primary care, digital health innovation and long-term conditions. AUT's School of Nursing is ranked first in New Zealand and among the top 100 nursing schools worldwide.
Research groups and centres
Our researchers contribute to a range of AUT research centres and groups. These collaborations strengthen our capacity to address to complex health challenges.
Our research expertise
Child and youth health research
Our research explores child and youth health, school nursing, safeguarding, family-centred care and equitable healthcare delivery.
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Digital health & innovation research
Our research investigates digital health, accessibility, health informatics and artificial intelligence in nursing practice and education.
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Healthy ageing and long-term conditions research
Our research examines healthy ageing, chronic conditions, disability, older adults' wellbeing and equitable access to healthcare.
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Māori, Pacific and community health research
Our research advances Māori, Pacific, migrant and refugee health through culturally responsive and community-led approaches.
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Mental health and wellbeing research
Our research spans mental health services, recovery-oriented practice, lived experience, family violence and community wellbeing.
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Nursing education and workforce development research
Our research focuses on nursing education, professional identity, workforce development, prescribing practice and clinical decision-making.
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Find a researcher
Looking for a supervisor or interested in partnering with us on research? Browse our researcher database to find an AUT researcher with expertise in your chosen field.
About nursing at AUT
AUT is one of the leading nursing educators, and our School of Nursing is ranked first in New Zealand and in the top 76-100 worldwide by the prestigious Shanghai Ranking,