When Earth froze, early life may have survived in Antarctic-style meltwater ponds
University of Waikato researcher, Dr Ian Hawes, is part of an international team uncovering clues to life’s survival during global ice ages.
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Discover these transformative talks—watch Dr Marie Magnusson describe how seaweed has the potential to revolutionise global food production.
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Research news
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New partnership for University of Waikato and Volunteer Service Abroad
The collaboration will utilise the University of Waikato's research and provide opportunities for students in the Pacific.
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AI could save councils time and money on urban planning
New research from the University of Waikato shows AI tools like ChatGPT could transform urban planning by quickly analysing complex text data and allowing planners to focus on strategy and communities.
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New Zealand-Japan collaboration yields healthcare insights for rural and ageing communities
An ongoing collaborative research project between the University of Waikato and Japan's Hiroshima University is identifying strengths and gaps in each country's health system, with a view to policy impact.
Research projects
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Research Institutes
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Our research Groups and Centres
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What is Open Research
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