Virtual reality used to confront phobias in Christchurch trial
Source: University of Otago
Adam Hutchinson (left) and Dr Cameron Lacey with the oVRcome system.Can virtual reality help treat people with a fear of flying...
Second chance for undesirable carrots
Source: University of Otago
Elizabeth Cunliffe, Molly Goodisson and Sydney Collin won ‘Best Pitch’ in the most recent Audacious Programme at Start-Up Dunedin.Oddly shaped fruit...
Research ‘final nail in the coffin’ of Paranthropus as hard object feeders
Source: University of Otago
New research from the University of Otago debunks a long-held belief about our ancestors’ eating habits.Dr Ian Towle.For more than 60...
University researcher joins Australasian fellowship scheme
Source: University of Otago
Dr Rob WassAn Otago researcher is the first from the University to join the Higher Education Research and Development Society of...
Changing consumer habits silver lining from pandemic
Source: University of Otago
One silver lining to come from the pandemic may be how much more mindful we are about money, a new University...
Otago researcher discovers first brain marker for an anxiety disorder
Source: University of Otago
A University of Otago researcher has discovered a brain signal that will help improve the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders.Professor...
Prestigious fellowship for Otago academic
Source: University of Otago
The University of Otago’s Neil Vallelly has been awarded a prestigious Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship.The Fellowships – announced today by the...
Medical student Cassian Duthie serves as the primary author on prostate cancer papers
Source: University of Otago
Medical student Cassian Duthie serves as the primary author on prostate cancer papers.It’s not usual for medical students to do research...
Otago research awarded $1.9 million in NZ Lottery Health Grants
Source: University of Otago
Blood tests for early Alzheimer’s disease detection, bowel cancer risk reduction in New Zealand, and better sexual health service access for...
Continuing the legacy
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The Waikato-raised student says receiving one of the 2022 scholarships was a surprise and a huge honour.It’s always a win when...
Climbing her way to the top
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Phoebe Kenderdine will be representing New Zealand at the FISU World University Championship Sport Climbing later this year.Climbing her way around...
