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22-05-2025
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Trans Tasman AI Collaboration Links High School Students With Trailblazer
Press Release – Auckland University of Technology AUT Vice-Chancellor, Professor Damon Salesa, says that as New Zealands only university of technology, AUT is proud to collaborate on initiatives that harness the power of technology to shape a better future. AUT has hosted renowned video gamer and designer, Maru Nihoniho, (NZOM, Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Te Whānui-ā-Apanui), at a livestreamed Future Careers Forum for high school students held in collaboration with the Science Gallery at the University of Melbourne. Also featuring a talented line-up of AUT and University of Melbourne experts, and special guests, the Trans-Tasman panel discussion about the AI Revolution marked the first time the University of Melbourne's hub for innovation – has collaborated with a New Zealand university. In the QS Rankings 2025 the University of Melbourne was ranked number one in Australia and number 13 worldwide. AUT Vice-Chancellor, Professor Damon Salesa, says that as New Zealand's only university of technology, AUT is proud to collaborate on initiatives that harness the power of technology to shape a better future. 'This trans-Tasman collaboration with the University of Melbourne is a strong example of how partnerships across science, technology, art, and design can drive opportunities for meaningful impact. 'AUT is committed to ensuring that technologies like AI are developed inclusively and ethically. Working alongside Maru Nihoniho, Science Gallery Melbourne, and our own AUT experts strengthens our ability to have impact for our communities in this space. 'Through this collaboration, we aim to inspire future students to see themselves as innovators and changemakers in a rapidly evolving technological world—reinforcing AUT's reputation as a bold, future focused university making real-world impact,' he says. Science Gallery at the University of Melbourne explores the collision of art and science through an annual program of exhibitions, learning initiatives, public programs and research that showcases interdisciplinary and experimental practice. Part of an international network of galleries linked to universities across the globe, Science Gallery is located in the University of Melbourne's innovation precinct, Melbourne Connect. One of five global nodes, Science Gallery Melbourne aims to involve, inspire and transform young people through art and science. The current exhibition, SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed, offers fresh insights on science fiction, a genre built on envisioning alternative futures and imaginary realms in collaboration with ArtScience Museum, Singapore. The lines connecting science fiction with ancient philosophy and mythologies are brought to light through the work of Asian and First Nations women artists and collectives. 'Collaborating with AUT on Science Gallery Melbourne's global classroom initiative has allowed us to boldly inspire 3,500 high school students across the Asia-Pacific, including Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam and China. Sharing interdisciplinary and intercultural learning experiences online offers new pathways into the careers of the future, where creativity and collaboration are crucial in an ever-changing world,' says Dr Ryan Jefferies, Director of Science Gallery Melbourne. Named one of the top 50 women in technology by Forbes magazine, Maru Nihoniho is the founder and director of Metia Interactive, an Auckland-based game development company that produces third-party games across multiple platforms. As a game designer and producer, her focus is on indigenous storytelling, and she is committed to delivering meaningful games that feature strong cultural themes and unique stories. Participating high school students had the opportunity to ask questions of the panellists in both countries, with a focus on the use of AI and integration in industry. Note: Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is one of the world's best modern universities. Home to more than 29,000 students across three campuses, AUT leads Australasia in global research impact, with over 60 research centres and institutes delivering leading research – from artificial intelligence to robotics, and ecology to public health. As a contemporary university AUT is connected to an extraordinary range of organisations worldwide; sharing expertise and resources, collaborating on ground-breaking research, and connecting students with industry leaders and employers. Learn more about AUT
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22-05-2025
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AUT University
Te Wānanga Aronui o Tāmaki Makau Rau AUT is the fastest growing and second largest university in New Zealand. We have been a university since 2000, but a place of learning for 120 years and operate in accordance with the Education Act (1989). AUT University - Latest News [Page 1] Trans Tasman AI Collaboration Links High School Students With Trailblazer AUT Vice-Chancellor, Professor Damon Salesa, says that as New Zealand's only university of technology, AUT is proud to collaborate on initiatives that harness the power of technology to shape a better future. More >> 'RunIt' Contact Event Poses Serious Risk To Brain Health, Says Leading Sports Scientist Tuesday, 20 May 2025, 9:48 am | Auckland University of Technology The 'RunIt' event, which involves participants sprinting directly at each other in high-speed collisions, has been widely criticised by medical professionals and researchers. Despite its viral popularity online, Professor Hume says the format ... More >> Lindsay Foundation Gait Lab Reopens To Support NZ Children Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 1:28 pm | Auckland University of Technology The lab, which has been a cornerstone of the National Clinical Gait Analysis Service in conjunction with Starship Child Health for over a decade, continues its mission to assess and support children and young people with complex walking issues. More >> Auckland At 15 - Auckland Is United On What Matters Yet Divided On Delivery Wednesday, 7 May 2025, 3:48 pm | Auckland University of Technology Latest research sets scene for a new Auckland agenda. More >> AUT And Abbott Team Up To Tackle Concussions & Women's Health Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 12:10 pm | AUT Under the collaboration, Abbott has installed the ARCHITECT® ci4100 analyser, one of its Core Laboratory platforms, in AUT's SPRINZ biochemistry lab at AUT Millennium, a hub for many of New Zealand's high-performance sports organisations and Olympic ... More >> Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 12:44 pm | Auckland University of Technology The AUT technology, named Eccentric Fitness Ltd, is designed to enhance both upper and lower body strength. This innovative design creates a highly effective workout without excessive strain or fatigue. More >> AUT Academics, Ex-All Blacks Feature On New Concussion Podcast Wednesday, 22 January 2025, 2:21 pm | Auckland University of Technology Dr Pedersen says the podcast intends to generate a healthy and balanced debate on the risks and benefits of sports from experts and people with lived experience. More >> Reading Helps Children Face A Difficult Future Friday, 22 November 2024, 8:49 am | Auckland University of Technology The AUT-led study Relationships Between Reading For Pleasure And Children's Wellbeing In Aotearoa New Zealand looked at the pandemic lockdown experience of 2421 children from the Growing Up in New Zealand (GUiNZ) study who were 11 years old at the time. More >> New AUT Research Shows Online Gaming A Predictor Of Gambling Harm Thursday, 14 November 2024, 6:30 am | Auckland University of Technology The study showed that gambling participation by the group was low and infrequent, and risk factors and gambling harms were not specific to Pacific people in that they were generally as would be expected among the general population. More >> Alarming Differences In Incidence And Mortality Of Devastating Brain Haemorrhage Across NZ Monday, 14 October 2024, 2:58 pm | Auckland University of Technology Despite a relatively low mean age among the working-age population in Aotearoa, SAH is the most devastating type of stroke, killing almost half of those affected. More >> New Study Reveals 'Massive' Impact Of Concussions On NZ Incomes And Employment Thursday, 26 September 2024, 7:18 am | AUT The study found that after sustaining a brain injury, employment and earnings do not recover quickly; instead, they continue to decline over time. The study found that earning losses reach more than $3,000 in the first year after the injury and ... More >> How Aotearoa Should Deal With Increased Global Stroke Risks Identified In New Lancet Neurology Study Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:51 am | Auckland University of Technology "The NZ priorities should be in implementing effective primary stroke prevention strategies for all individuals at increased risk of stroke, regardless of the level of the increased risk," Professor Feigin says. More >> Innovative AUT Collaboration With Southern Cross Health Trust Provides Financial Boost To Nursing Students Wednesday, 21 August 2024, 8:13 am | AUT A new partnership between AUT and the Southern Cross Health Trust offers student nurses an unprecedented level of support as they navigate their studies and clinical placements. More >> Unclear Roadside Drug Testing Risks Motorist Delays Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 12:53 pm | Auckland University of Technology Theoretically, it is possible for someone to test positive to amphetamine if they are taking dexamphetamine (an ADHD medication) depending on the sensitivity of the test. What happens to these people at the roadside? More >> Unemployment Looks To Be Getting Worse Monday, 19 August 2024, 8:19 am | Auckland University of Technology A model designed to give an early warning of a downturn in the economy is suggesting continued weakening in the labour market with an unemployment rate that may have already reached 4.8 per cent. More >> New AUT Concussion Research Could Revolutionise Understanding And Recovery Wednesday, 14 August 2024, 1:06 pm | Auckland University of Technology Newly published research from AUT has the potential to revolutionise the understanding of concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), including the impact of brain inflammation and ways to predict improved chances of recovery. More >> AUT Collaborates With Māori Urban Artist For Space Planning Of New Building, Tukutuku Monday, 24 June 2024, 10:06 am | Auckland University of Technology Tukutuku, at around 9000m2, is the largest development at the University's North Campus and will accommodate around 2000 students and 200 staff. It is also AUT's most sustainable building yet and on track to be the country's most efficiently ... More >> Innovative Dual Health Qualification Addresses Workforce Issues Thursday, 13 June 2024, 11:17 am | Auckland University of Technology Auckland University of Technology (AUT) has launched for the first time a double health degree and dual registration pathway within a continuous four-year course of study. More >>
