21 Nov 2018
Posted by Mary de Ruyter 
Earlier this year, Unitec showcased stories of Māori innovation as it hosted the annual ITP Research Symposium. The Ka Rewa: Māori Innovation symposium was the first of these gatherings to focus on Māori innovation across all disciplines. TeUrikore Biddle, who chaired the organising committee, shares...
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18 Oct 2018
Posted by Mary de Ruyter 
There was no shortage of innovative solutions to topical issues at Unitec’s annual Research Symposium, writes coordinator Anusha Bhana. Using drones to help ecological restoration; reflecting Māori relationships with water in landscape architecture; how applied science can help protect precious...
Read more → 12 Jul 2018
Posted by Mary de Ruyter 
What would New Zealand look like if we began tackling issues in a way that gives weight to economic, social, sustainable, spiritual and cultural goals? We're delighted to present stories of people already walking that talk, in the winter 2018 issue of Advance. With a theme of Māori Innovation, the magazine...
Read more → 14 May 2018
Posted by Mary de Ruyter 
Understanding the communication networks of an island or island group is crucial to helping these communities thrive. Dr Evangelia Papoutsaki, Associate Professor in Communication Studies, discusses what she learned during a recent research fellowship to Japan – and the doors the fellowship has opened. People...
Read more → 23 Apr 2018
Posted by Mary de Ruyter 
How could myrtle rust affect indigenous fauna if the disease becomes established in New Zealand? What have today’s creative industries students found when analysing everything from film and music to politics? How can we achieve gender equality in overseas disaster management? Find the answers to these...
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