Auckland University stories - Page 5
Teachers urged to turn students into ‘data detectives’
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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More than 1600 teachers from over 800 schools are taking part in CensusAtSchool March 16-May 29. The data will then be released for classroom analysis.
Myth buster: Mobile phones don’t give you brain tumours
Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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New research from the University of Auckland shows the risk of brain tumours cannot be linked with with increased mobile phone use.
Wine sensor technology to make Sauvignon blanc better than ever
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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The technology is being specifically designed for Sauvignon blanc and aims to improve the wine during the winemaking process.
Wine innovation takes out Auckland Uni Spark $100k Challenge
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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icehouse
An exciting wine industry innovation has beaten a new search engine, a youth driving app and a medical advance.
Uni launches first MOOC
Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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The University of Auckland has launched its first official Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) on the UK FutureLearn platform.
Kiwi Linux conference calling all brilliant minds
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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LCA 2015 beckons brilliant minds to Auckland for a premier Linux event, promising innovation, collaboration, and a showcase of talent.
Youth turning to search engines for advice
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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youthline
Youth are more likely to seek advice from search engines than from family, friends and professionals, finds a Colmar Brunton survey commissioned by Youthline.
Innovative classroom tool has sound impact on literacy
Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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booktrack classroom
Booktrack Classroom boosts literacy with sound, enhancing reading comprehension and enjoyment in global classrooms.
Research grants awarded to find a ‘better internet’
Mon, 7th Apr 2014
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Around the country this week recipients of several InternetNZ grants were a step closer to realising their research goals.
Birds of New Zealand flies on to the iPhone
Thu, 12th Dec 2013
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Auckland University Press has just released its first app, based on the popular photographic guide Birds of New Zealand by Paul Scofield and Brent Stephenson.
New app may help young readers
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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New Booktrack app, blending sound with e-books, to enhance reading for Auckland students, revolutionizing engagement and comprehension.
University of Auckland to offer free online courses
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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The University of Auckland is the latest New Zealand institute to announce a move into the world of massive open online courses (MOOCs).
University chooses Adobe to manage web content
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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University of Auckland partners with Adobe to innovate its digital landscape, enhancing the web experience for students, staff, and alumni.
Kiwi students impress at Microsoft Imagine Cup
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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Judges ask University of Auckland students how the team plan to handle its success following impressive showing.
PowerbyProxi joins Wireless Power Consortium
Wed, 15th May 2013
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Kiwi tech company becomes the newest member of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), a group which sets the global standard for wireless charging.
Auckland Uni server under threat
Wed, 24th Apr 2013
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The University of Auckland falls victim to hacking attack, affecting up to 4,500 students; server isolated for investigation.
Video games to aid patient recovery
Thu, 2nd Aug 2012
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New technology from the University of Auckland will allow recovering stroke patients to regain muscle strength while playing video games.
Auckland students provide eyes for the blind
Tue, 1st May 2012
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Unique app that 'crowdsources' audio descriptions of smartphone photos takes out New Zealand Imagine Cup final.
University offers IT course in high schools
Wed, 11th Jan 2012
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sydney
Australian institution keen to change perception of the tech sector among students; do kiwi institutions need to do the same?.
NZ Microsoft Imagine Cup final detailed
Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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microsoft imagine cup
The 20 Kiwi finalists are set to present at the University of Auckland on April 12th for a spot in the grand final.