ResearchRangahau
AUT research is focused on real-world impact, and we're proud of our reputation as a leading research university and have been awarded five stars for research by QS. We have more than 60 research centres and institutes delivering innovative research – from artificial intelligence and robotics to ecology and public health. Our research addresses issues facing the environment, society and the world, and also feeds back into the classroom to benefit our students.
Latest university research
Online gaming leading to gambling harm
1 in 7 Kiwis experience economic harm
AUT Professor awarded 2024 Thomson Medal
NZ must adapt to the circular economy
Our world-leading researchers
You can see some of our expert researchers below. Want to see more researchers? Refresh this page to see different academic staff or search for a researcher.
Professor Valery Feigin is globally known as an expert on stroke, traumatic brain injury prevention, epidemiology and treatment/rehabilitation.
An expert in chemical synthesis and supramolecular chemistry, Dr Jack Chen researches stimuli-responsive systems with exciting possibilities for the development of smart materials.
Associate Professor Shahab Ramhormozian focuses on structural/earthquake engineering, including a government-funded research programme on seismic resilient buildings.
Known for his expertise in advanced materials and manufacturing science, Professor Sarat Singamneni has developed a world-class lab for additive manufacturing research.
Professor Andrea C. Alfaro is an authority on aquaculture and marine ecology with strong links with all major aquaculture industries in New Zealand.
Professor Xiaowen Yuan is exploring the potential of agricultural resources to create bio composite materials for energy storage, construction and medical applications.
Professor Rita Krishnamurthi is an expert on dementia, stroke and epidemiology, and was part of the team that won the New Zealand Prime Minister’s Science Prize.
Professor Scott Duncan uses cutting-edge technology to extract and visualise complex time-use compositions related to physical activity, sleep, transport and multidimensional wellbeing.
Professor Nicola Kayes is known for her expertise in mixed methods rehabilitation research, with enduring partnerships with a diversity of rehabilitation providers.
Postgraduate study and research
AUT is New Zealand’s fastest growing postgraduate study destination, offering a wide range of programmes.
Use AUT's research facilities
Many of our modern research facilities and equipment can be used by external researchers.
Research commercialisation
AUT Ventures provides commercialisation advice, consultancy and investment opportunities.
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