Study explores accuracy of computerised ADHD test
A new study cautions against using the QbTest as a standalone diagnostic or screening tool for ADHD.
Study reveals the art of ageing well
The gift of art could make the perfect Christmas present for older friends and relatives, after new research by The University of Western Australia and Busselton Health Study linked better physical health...
Improving the health of New Zealanders the aim of funded research projects
Two staff members from the Research Centre for Hauora & Health have been awarded grants from Lottery Health Research Te Tahua Tangahau Hauoratanga for projects that will improve the health of New Zealanders.
Waikato’s engineering degrees receive international accreditation
The University of Waikato has received international accreditation, either full or provisional, for all eight of its Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) programmes by Engineering New Zealand on behalf of international accreditation body...
Why so many elite students choose to study medicine
With school leavers around the country receiving their ATAR scores, many students are beginning to enrol in their desired university courses for 2024. However, one subject stands out among the rest.
AI study reveals tongue’s unique surface
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and 3D images of the human tongue have revealed that the surface of our tongues are unique to each of us, new findings suggest.
Genetics research wins big at Kudos Awards
A collaboration between Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) and Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University was recognised at the recent 2023 Kudos Awards, where the Variant Discovery Team won the Hill Lab Primary Industries Award.
Light physical activity shows great promise in reversing childhood obesity caused by being sedentary
Increased sedentary time from childhood through young adulthood caused increased body fat and abdominal fat in a new follow-up study.
Women with PCOS can stress less about fertility
Researchers from The University of Queensland have found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) respond well to fertility treatments and have the same birth rate as women without the condition.
Celebrated novelist Catherine Chidgey recognised with Vice-Chancellor’s Medal
Celebrated New Zealand novelist and University of Waikato Senior Lecturer Catherine Chidgey has been awarded the Vice-Chancellor's Medal for Staff Excellence
