Participate in AUT research

AUT staff and postgraduate students conduct research on a huge variety of topics. Research participants help us do the crucial work of understanding ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

On this page, you can browse the AUT research projects currently recruiting for participants. Each project has approval from the AUT Ethics Committee and has met stringent standards for the protection of all participants. We welcome your interest and involvement in these projects.

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Understanding the effect of exertion on balance, dual-tasking, and visual function in people with, and without, recent concussion

Can we improve return to play testing for sports-related concussion? Take part in AUT research that aims to answer this question.

Determining optimal sampling times for mTBI blood biomarkers for prediction of recovery in females

Take part in AUT research to improve how we detect and manage mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), also known as concussions, using blood tests.

Consumer-Centric Sustainability: Perception of University Students and Graduates on their Role in the Circular Economy

Take part in AUT research that explores the roles of university students and graduates in the circular economy, focusing on sustainable consumption behaviours.

Exploring attitudes towards mental health in Aotearoa New Zealand

Complete an online survey for AUT research on how spiritual or religious beliefs influence attitudes towards mental health difficulties in New Zealand.

Exploring Plurisexual Young Adults’ Experiences of Dis/Connection with Community: A Photovoice Study

Participate in AUT research on plurisexual young adults’ (21-29 years) experiences of dis/connection with community. Conducted by rainbow researchers.

“Baby, I was born this way” – representation of Rainbow identities in Aotearoa academic dress

Participate in interviews for AUT research to explore how external factors influence graduation outfit choices for LGBTQIA+ individuals in Aotearoa.

Does posture for occiput posterior position in labour reduce operative births? A feasibility study.

Participate in AUT research to explore if maternal posture can help your labour when your baby is in a ‘back-to-back’ or posterior position.

How do Graduate Entry Nursing students in Aotearoa New Zealand experience the development of empathy?

Little is known about the experiences of graduate entry nursing students developing empathy. Participate in AUT research to explore this topic.

Conceptualising the mental wellbeing of male construction workers in Aotearoa New Zealand

This research project aims to explore the complex relationship between intimate partner relationships and work-related factors and how these influence the mental wellbeing of men...

How New-Graduate nurses address sexual harassment from patients in the workplace

Share your experiences and take part in AUT research into graduate nurses’ experience of sexual harassment from patients to help improve workplace support.

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