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Research designed for impact – we tackle real-world challenges, from AI and robotics to public health and ecology, partnering with hospitals, governments and communities to turn discoveries into action. Awarded five stars by QS, our research changes lives, informs policy and drives meaningful change.
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Our world-leading researchers
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An expert in chemical synthesis and supramolecular chemistry, Dr Jack Chen researches stimuli-responsive systems with exciting possibilities for the development of smart materials.
Professor Ineke Crezee is known for her expertise in health interpreter education and is the author of internationally recognised key textbooks on this subject.
Professor Tek Tjing Lie’s research focuses on developing positive impacts of clean energy technology to society, including wind, solar and energy storage characteristics.
Professor Andrew Lowe’s research focuses on making clinical-quality measurements available in home, primary and community care settings to enable new models of patient-centric healthcare.
Associate Professor Shahab Ramhormozian focuses on structural/earthquake engineering, including a government-funded research programme on seismic resilient buildings.
Known for his expertise in advanced materials and manufacturing science, Professor Sarat Singamneni has developed a world-class lab for additive manufacturing research.
Professor Scott Duncan uses cutting-edge technology to extract and visualise complex time-use compositions related to physical activity, sleep, transport and multidimensional wellbeing.
Professor Rita Krishnamurthi is an expert on dementia, stroke and epidemiology, and was part of the team that won the New Zealand Prime Minister’s Science Prize.
Professor Lindsey White is an authority on seaweed utilisation, both by humans and by marine herbivores, including the use of Undaria pinnatifida and Durvillaea spp.
Postgraduate study and research
AUT is New Zealand’s fastest growing postgraduate study destination, offering a wide range of programmes.
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Many of our modern research facilities and equipment can be used by external researchers.
Research commercialisation
AUT Ventures provides commercialisation advice, consultancy and investment opportunities.
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