Prestigious fellowship awarded to leading University researchers

Seven leading researchers from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland have been named as Ngā Ahurei a Te Apārangi Fellows by the Royal Society Te Apārangi.

Fellowship recognises researchers, scholars and innovators throughout Aotearoa New Zealand who have achieved excellence both nationally and globally in their various disciplines across science, technology and the humanities.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Dawn Freshwater said the University’s success is driven by the talent and dedication of its researchers, whose contributions continue to drive innovation and positive change in Aotearoa and around the world.

“The University takes great pride in the election of these new Fellows. This recognition demonstrates the calibre of research that defines our university and reflects their hard work and commitment.”

The seven Fellows are:

• Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, for being an international leader in the field of neuro-ophthalmic disorders.
   

• Professor Geoffrey Waterhouse, Faculty of Science, for being an internationally renowned expert in single-atom catalysts.

• Professor Stuart McNaughton, Faculty of Arts and Education, for being an international leader in learning and development.

• Professor Stephane Coen, Faculty of Science, for his fundamental discoveries in photonics.
• Professor Snejina Michailova, Business School, for her groundbreaking research in international business and management.
• Professor Nicholas Rowe, Faculty of Arts and Education, for being an international leader in dance education.
• Professor Charles Clifton, Faculty of Engineering and Design, for significantly advancing the engineering practices for designing complex steel and composite steel structures.