Research: University of Waikato

We are the Waikato's engine room for new knowledge, the centre of a network of research institutions and industry in our region. Our research supports social development, economic progress, and environmental sustainability in New Zealand and the world beyond.

Latest research news

21 Dec 2020 3 min read

Airbnb not the culprit in holiday hotspot’s housing crisis

A new study has found Airbnb is not wholly to blame for the shortage of rental housing in the popular surf town of Raglan, New Zealand. The study was prompted by concern about landlords ousting local tenants before summer to take advantage of high nightly rates via Airbnb.

01 Dec 2020 4 min read

Unravelling mysteries of the human body and mind through research

University of Waikato researchers will explore new frontiers in human health and psychology over the next three years, investigating how we develop sight, how our memories affect planning, and how an antibiotic-resistant infection might be targeted.

27 Nov 2020 2 min read

Kudos for life’s work

A University of Waikato academic has been recognised along with his wife for a lifetime of work dedicated to restoration ecology.

25 Nov 2020 2 min read

Finding fault: researchers team up to assess Hamilton’s seismic risk and lake health

Two science research teams have joined forces to develop a new understanding of earthquake risk and lake health in and around Hamilton using core samples taken from lake beds.

A showcase of our world-leading research

Led by diverse teams of passionate staff from across the University, these projects demonstrate when we bring the right people together with the right blend of expertise, we can achieve incredible things.

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Ready to reach to the next level? Find out about postgraduate study, including higher research degrees like the MPhil and PhD.

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Support for researchers

If you're a researcher, we can advise you on public and private funding sources, developing your proposal, and navigating ethics approval. We help with your Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) evidence portfolio.

We can also support you to protect your intellectual property and commericalise your research.

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If you're looking for an expert in a particular field, use our staff search tool or contact our Research & Enterprise team and they'll put you in touch with the right person.

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Collaboration and knowledge sharing

Our strong relationships with industry and other research centres increase our power to innovate and have an impact. Our research groups are ready to collaborate on new studies so that together, we can find the answers.

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