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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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A study journey across four continents, a pandemic, and a war zone
Martina Paletova can easily say her life has been bursting with unique experiences and significant career positions. This year, the 51-year-old PhD student found herself taking on her most challenging role yet: leading a health care team on the Moldova-Ukraine border.
Massey hosting two free nutrition webinars as part of World Iron Awareness Week
Iron deficiency is one of the world’s most common nutrient deficiencies, with 30 per cent of the world’s population suffering from it.
Winner turns up the heat at New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology Conference
PhD Food technology student Haroon Qazi celebrates his poster competition win at the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) Conference.
Force4Families helps son stick to study
Massey University Bachelor of Arts student Aiden Wilson has the Defence Force to thank for helping him stick to his study.
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
A nutritional perspective on dolphin-gannet relationships reveals new insights into joint feeding
New research reveals some fascinating insights into the age-old relationship between Australasia gannets and common dolphins.
Massey PhD student working to increase food and water security in Abu Dhabi
PhD student Mansoor Al Tamimi, based in Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is working to solve the issue of food security and water conservation in one of the hottest climates in the world.
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.
Opinion and features
Opinion: Civil Aviation Authority needs to stop spreading misinformation related to drones
By Dr Isaac Henderson
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
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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Opinion: Civil Aviation Authority needs to stop spreading misinformation related to drones
By Dr Isaac Henderson
A study journey across four continents, a pandemic, and a war zone
Martina Paletova can easily say her life has been bursting with unique experiences and significant career positions. This year, the 51-year-old PhD student found herself taking on her most challenging role yet: leading a health care team on the Moldova-Ukraine border.
A nutritional perspective on dolphin-gannet relationships reveals new insights into joint feeding
New research reveals some fascinating insights into the age-old relationship between Australasia gannets and common dolphins.
Massey hosting two free nutrition webinars as part of World Iron Awareness Week
Iron deficiency is one of the world’s most common nutrient deficiencies, with 30 per cent of the world’s population suffering from it.
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