Events
Conferences, forums and workshopsDaughters’ weight and height affected by mothers who smoke
Director of A Better Start E Tipu e Rea Professor Wayne Cutfield and Senior Research Fellow at the Liggins Institute Dr José Derraik are part of a new study which highlights another reason for women to avoid tobacco during pregnancy. The new international Liggins...
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A time to connect with whānau and friends
From all of us at A Better Start E Tipu e Rea, our heart goes out to the Muslim community and those affected by the tragic shootings in Christchurch on March 15, 2019. Read More
Responding to Pasifika needs
A passionate group of researchers gathered in Auckland at a Pasifika fono to discuss potential projects within the National Science Challenge A Better Start E Tipu e Rea during the next three to five years. Read More
Major life course research conference opens at Te Papa
Human development is shaped by the physical and human environment at all stages of life, so life course research is vital for improving health and wellbeing outcomes. What is the future of life course research in New Zealand? How can we all contribute and be...
Read MoreChallenge and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Maia launch young tamariki research
A new collaboration to develop a comprehensive picture of health and well-being in young Maori children has been signed between A Better Start National Science Challenge and Whai Maia, the cultural, educational and health arm of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. A Better Start...
Read MoreChallenges release more seats following high interest in life course conference
The Hon Dr Megan Woods, the Minister for Research, Science and Innovation will open He Ora te Whakapiri: Unleashing the potential of New Zealand’s life course research conference at Te Papa Tongarewa on 18 October this year. Hosted by the three health and wellbeing...
Read MoreHe waka eke noa Better Together Conference
A Better Start hosted a successful conference on the 16th March. To learn more about the conference, watch the speeches, and read about the research currently being undertaken, visit our conference page:...
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Save the date for major international life course conference
Setting the future direction of life course research in New Zealand Read MoreValuable insights gained from science plan workshops
Director Wayne Cutfield thanks workshop participants and presents summary of feedback. Read More