Although once forested, the dry lowland regions of eastern New Zealand are now largely devoid of native woody vegetation and dominated by anthropogenic land-use.
The Institute of Marine Science (IMS) and the School of Environment at the University of Auckland are looking for an excellent and highly motivated scientist with keen interests in the fundamental processes that may affect the distribution and fate of microplastics and their effect on various soft sediment ecosystem functions.
Osteoarthritis (OA), common in humans and dogs, is the painful and debilitating end-destination of diseased joints. OA is typified by articular cartilage degradation, subchondral cyst and bone marrow lesion (BML) formation, osteophytogenesis and significant modifications to bone mass and geometry.
Creativity and Culture, Healthy Communities, Sustainability and Social Renewal. The studentship will contribute to UU’s 5&50 of encouraging social renewal through directly influencing peace and conflict in the most controversial ethno-political policy area of a conflict society.
Coastal vegetations are vital natural defences against severe storms, flooding and coastal erosion. They increase coastal resilience and offer ecosystem services such as carbon storage, biohabitat and water-quality.
Professional judgement is increasingly challenged within modern societies. A concern about risks of harm has led to increased scrutiny of the power of professionals and the decisions that they make.
Discovering whether animals show signs consistent with boredom when cognitive stimulation is relatively low is important, because of its implications for captive animal welfare and their needs for mental stimulation.
