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Climate change predicts southerly shift of iconic whale species in New Zealand
New research sheds light on how climate change will impact the distribution of great whales in New Zealand waters.
Graduate Wins 2022 Parkin Drawing Prize
Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate Siân Stephens has been announced the winner of the 2022 Parkin Drawing Prize.
Vice-Chancellor signs renewed MOU with Peking University
Earlier this week, Vice-Chancellor Professor Jan Thomas signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the prestigious Peking University and all eight New Zealand Universities, in her role as Chair of Universities New Zealand – Te Pōkai Tara.
Vegetables-first approach shows promise for developing babies’ taste preference
New research shows providing vegetables as an infant’s first food is an effective strategy for improving intake and may help children to develop a preference for vegetables.
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Marketing scholar rises above adversity to lead new generation of learners
All academic journeys are unique but for Dr Herbert Sima, his higher education journey has been one of true endurance through a multitude of barriers.
AdvanceHE fellowship recipients celebrated
Ninety-six Massey teaching staff have been awarded fellowships by AdvanceHE (The Higher Education Academy).
School of Accountancy proposing to embed CA program into master’s degree
The School of Accountancy at Massey Business School has signed a partnership agreement with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Chartered Accountants ANZ), to codevelop a master’s degree that incorporates the professional study requirements of the Chartered Accountants (CA) qualification from 2024.
How two Massey academics are helping to teach maths in the Cook Islands
The way that school children in the Cook Islands are being taught maths is undergoing a shake up, thanks to a group of academics from New Zealand, the United States and Australia.
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take is a mixed media, podcast, editorial and event series brought to you by Massey University in partnership with The Spinoff. It provides a platform for the university and community experts to share their thoughts on how to overcome some of New Zealand’s biggest challenges.
Research news
First insights into potential competition between New Zealand’s toothed whales and dolphins
New research using stable isotopes has shed light on how New Zealand’s diverse range of toothed whales and dolphins coexist.
Climate change predicts southerly shift of iconic whale species in New Zealand
New research sheds light on how climate change will impact the distribution of great whales in New Zealand waters.
Experts warn New Zealand may face another wave of supply chain disruptions this summer
Aotearoa New Zealand’s supply chains have been hit by countless disruptions over the last few years, including panic buying, reductions in available labour and delays in manufacturing and shipping, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now experts and industry practitioners warn that more disruptions may be expected over the coming months.
Graduate’s research addresses sustainability in aviation
How do you achieve a sustainable planet? It is a formidable global challenge and one which graduates from a world-leading programme at Massey University are helping to address.
Opinion and features
Social media: how to stop online harm
The ugly underbelly of social media prompted Massey's Digital Cultures Lab to host a major multi-disciplinary conference focusing on the need for online safety earlier this year.
Scoring goals on and off the court
At just 24 years old, Silver Fern Maia Wilson, Te Ākitai Waiohua, Te Rarawa, Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua, has been a pivotal member of the national netball side for five years now. She faces her first major tournament this month at the Games in Birmingham.
Opinion: NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement: It was never about the money or greener grass
By Dr Jeff McNeill
What does cybersecurity mean when we’re always online?
The second episode of season three of Conversations That Count - Ngā Kōrero Whai Take looks at how safe our data really is, and the steps we can take to keep ourselves safe online.
Awards and appointments
Distinguished Professor appointed co-director of Infectious Diseases Research Platform
Distinguished Professor Nigel French has been appointed inaugural co-director of the Infectious Diseases Research Platform, alongside Hauora Māori leader Te Pora Thompson.
Massey scientists are cream of the crop at international dairy award
Riddet Institute scientists from Massey's Manawatū campus have won half of the top prizes in an inaugural International Dairy Federation award.
Te Rau Karamu Marae wins three Institute of Architects awards
Te Kāhui Toi and Athfield Architects, in association with Massey University, have won three awards for Te Rau Karamu Marae at the Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) Wellington Awards.
Dr Pauline Harris appointed as MacDiarmid Institute Deputy Director Māori
This article was first published on the MacDiarmid Institute’s website, and republished with permission.
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Social media: how to stop online harm
The ugly underbelly of social media prompted Massey's Digital Cultures Lab to host a major multi-disciplinary conference focusing on the need for online safety earlier this year.
First insights into potential competition between New Zealand’s toothed whales and dolphins
New research using stable isotopes has shed light on how New Zealand’s diverse range of toothed whales and dolphins coexist.
Climate change predicts southerly shift of iconic whale species in New Zealand
New research sheds light on how climate change will impact the distribution of great whales in New Zealand waters.
Marketing scholar rises above adversity to lead new generation of learners
All academic journeys are unique but for Dr Herbert Sima, his higher education journey has been one of true endurance through a multitude of barriers.
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