Research in the College of Health , Rangahau i Te Kura Hauora Tangata

Across the college and in our research centres and schools, our staff, students and collaborators conduct a wide range of interrelated hauora and health research.

Research themes & strengths

Across the College of Health, we engage in a wide range of research activities. Learn more about our research themes and strengths.

Research centres, projects & groups

Find out about the university and college research centres, as well as other research activities across the college’s units and groups.

Current research trials & studies

Explore our current hauora and health research trials and studies. Find out if you or your children are suitable to participate.

Find a researcher

Search for College of Health researchers using the Massey Expertise Search tool.

Health thesis topics & supervisors

Find a master's or doctoral thesis topic in the College of Health with or without a scholarship.

Previous events

Previous event recordings from the College of Health Nutrition symposia in Auckland.

Health research news

We are a research-led university with a reputation for excellence in innovation and the creation of new knowledge. Get the latest research stories from the College of Health.

Updated Social Vulnerability Indicators highlight pressure points across New Zealand

Thursday 12 June 2025

More children are going hungry; more adults are experiencing psychological distress and household crowding is on the rise—according to the latest update of New Zealand’s Social Vulnerability Indicators (SVI) released by Environmental Health Intelligence New Zealand (EHINZ) .

Stronger alcohol policies may be key to reducing cancer risk, study finds

Monday 19 May 2025

New research shows that tackling alcohol harm through national policy may be an effective way to prevent cancer. The research findings provide a timely and significant message for public health worldwide.

Survey shows social media transforms drug buying as gangs rule meth in key regions

Wednesday 14 May 2025

The 2024 New Zealand Drug Trends Survey highlights shifting dynamics in the country’s drug landscape, with regional gang dominance and digital platforms reshaping how drugs are bought and sold.

Study finds caregiver alcohol use linked to higher risk of child maltreatment

Wednesday 30 April 2025

Caregivers with alcohol-related diagnoses are more than twice as likely to be involved in child maltreatment compared to those without, according to new research.