Breadcrumbs List.
Faculty of Science
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Genetic testing provides answers for autistic New Zealanders
19 September 2024
Decade-long study shows value of tests to detect genes causing autism.
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Tribute to scientist and environmentalist George Mason
17 September 2024
The University reflects on the scientific and philanthropic contributions of Dr George Mason ONZM, who passed away on 13 September 2024.
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Researchers receive more than $30m in 2024 Endeavour funding round
13 September 2024
Endeavour fund supports Innovative ideas and leading researchers from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland.
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University of Auckland and Cook Islands govt explore future prospects
13 September 2024
Visit from Cook Islands Prime Minister to University of Auckland discusses future prospects for educational opportunities and Pacific-led research.
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How the kākāpō got its colours
11 September 2024
Another secret is revealed in the story of a very unusual bird.
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Solving the mystery of Aotearoa's colourful fungi
9 September 2024
A 30-year-old theory explaining why some New Zealand fungi are so colourful has been confirmed.
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Everyone wants to save the bees, but which ones?
5 September 2024
Urban greening needs a nuanced approach, according to Professor Margaret Stanley.
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Finding joy in movement
3 September 2024
A vital study is helping women with incurable breast cancer live more fully, through exercise.
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Is climate change messing with our olive oil?
3 September 2024
A unique research project is investigating the impact of a changing climate on the quality of New Zealand’s olive oil.
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A fond farewell to Professor John Hosking
2 September 2024
A self-described “accidental educator”, the retiring Dean of Science says he’s derived intense satisfaction from helping others achieve their life goals – just don’t try to give him your monkey.
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Enhancing rangatahi well-being through Mātauranga Māori
1 September 2024
Clinical psychology researchers aim to enhance services for rangatahi who engage in self-harm, through a kaupapa Māori approach.
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Cather Simpson will head body advancing light-based tech
28 August 2024
Professor Simpson's enthusiasm for technologies like lasers and optic fibres will go global.