AUT News

New brain lab ‘a beacon for hope’

Last week marked a new era for brain research at AUT with the opening of the updated Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience laboratory on North Campus.

Conviction for Darfur crimes a major win

The conviction is a major development for international law, for Sudan and for the International Criminal Court itself, writes Myra Williamson.

AUT announces unapologetic brand refresh

A dynamic new brand campaign marking the start of the next great chapter for AUT is officially released to Aotearoa and the world on Friday 10 October 2025

‘Perfect pitch’ for AUT Business School

A collaboration between AUT Business School and Merge café epitomises the value that be created when the lecture room meets the boardroom.

We must not restrict university access

Restricting access to university threatens New Zealand’s productivity, writes Cristóbal Castro Barrientos, an AUT PhD candidate in economics.

The value of leadership “shadowing”

Is there a way to test out a role before you take it? Kate Kearins examines the benefits of “shadowing” a job before you sign on the dotted line.

Emotional landscape of language revival

Receptive bilingualism was at the heart of Te Ipukarea researchers Dr Nogiata Tukimata & Dr Toiroa Williams presentation at PULiiMA 2025.

Conviction for Darfur crimes a major win

The conviction is a major development for international law, for Sudan and for the International Criminal Court itself, writes Myra Williamson.

Barriers for women in construction in NZ

Women in Aotearoa’s construction industry can face significant challenges, from subtle biases to outright discrimination, an AUT study finds. 

New brain lab ‘a beacon for hope’

Last week marked a new era for brain research at AUT with the opening of the updated Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience laboratory on North Campus.

AI chatbots no substitute for therapy

An AUT senior lecturer says New Zealanders could be at risk from unregulated AI chatbots being promoted for therapy.

Beehive buzz for AUT’s WHN Programme

AUT’s world-leading Women’s Health and Neuroscience research programme (WHN) generated a lot of buzz at a Beehive event in Wellington recently.

Virtual Production Studio Showreel

AUT’s Virtual Production Studio is open for business – as showcased in this promotional video crafted by the Studio team.

AUT experts on new earthquake rules 

Engineering experts from AUT have their say about the NZ Government’s new earthquake-prone building system. 

The future is here

The next generation of humanoid robots has arrived at AUT

New Dean for DCT

Professor Suzanne Wilkinson has been appointed to the position of Dean of the Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies.

Auckland FC’s AUT alumni

AUT alumni are a force behind the scenes at Auckland FC

AUT announces unapologetic brand refresh

A dynamic new brand campaign marking the start of the next great chapter for AUT is officially released to Aotearoa and the world on Friday 10 October 2025