This year, we open the festivities with a morning tea and panel discussion on ‘Partnerships in Paramedicine.’

After a mihi whakatau, and words of welcome from DVCR Professor Mark Orams, we will hear from colleagues in the Paramedicine Department about their pioneering work working in partnership with industry and communities. Associate Professor Andy Swain, Dr Verity Todd, and Sarah Penney will open with bite-sized descriptions of their work on a Telestroke model of care; a first responder shock trial; and cultural safety for Māori receiving cardiac care, respectively.

We will then hear from Huri Campbell and Tāmati Rakena, key community leaders with the Te Manawaroa project. With a mana Māori Motuhake (by Māori for Māori) approach, this project partners AUT researchers with Te Rōpū Manawaora (a Māori advisory board in Kaikohe), and Hato Hone St John ambulance service. By combining local Mātauranga with academic research, this project allows community-based first responders to train in a course that incorporates Te Reo Māori, Te Ao Māori and Tikanga as well as the skills to save lives while ambulances are on the way. Huri and Tāmati will be joined by AUT Paramedicine researchers Dr Verity Todd, Associate Professor Bridget Dicker, and facilitator Dr Graham Howie, to discuss how industry, community and academia work together.

Please note: This event will also be live-streamed.

Target audience: Wider Community - all welcome

Venue: WA224A-B

The Postgraduate Research Symposium provides an opportunity for AUT postgraduate research students to take part in the abstract review process, and to showcase and present their research to their friends, family, and peers.

Join us in celebrating our amazing postgraduate students and the impressive research they perform! This event will take place on the AUT City Campus on Monday 9 September as part of Research Week. The day will begin with a keynote address by Dr Atakohu Middleton, followed by oral presentations, creative exhibitions, and poster presentations by postgraduate research students. 

There will be a forum session on 'First Steps Toward Publication' being held during the symposium for those who wish to attend.

Target Audience: Open to all

Venue: Registrations - WG306 foyer

There’s a lot of talk about increasing the impact of our research, but what exactly is impact? Why does our research matter?
How can we demonstrate the impact of our work? What does that mean for the way we plan our research?
 
If you have never thought much about the end users of your research, or considered how you would like to see your work used, this workshop is for you.

Target audience: AUT Staff

Venue: WG607

Transdisciplinary research involves integrating diverse disciplines, transcending their traditional boundaries to address the complex nature of societal challenges and to advance academia in novel ways. This session will explore the essentials of forming transdisciplinary research teams and why adopting such approaches is crucial for tackling these challenges, advancing knowledge paradigms, and securing funding.

Target audience: AUT Research Staff and Students

Venue: WA224

In this series, we delve into critical topics for academics looking to build connections and expand their research impact.

• Beyond Borders: Navigating International Research Partnerships (1pm)

Researchers share their first-hand experiences and insights on establishing and nurturing international connections. Join us for practical advice on how to effectively traverse the intricacies of international research partnerships.

Speakers will include Prof Niven Winchester, Prof William Wong, Dr Thao Le, Prof Rhema Vaithianathan, Prof Stephen MacDonell (Facilitator)

• Bridging the Gap from Research to Policy: Insights from Wellington (2pm)

Science advisors at the interface of research and policy share insights into their roles, connecting with policymakers, understanding how government agencies work, and navigating the passages from research to evidence-based change.   

Speakers will include Dr Gill Jolly (Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment), Dr Sayali Pendharkar (Ministry of Health), Prof Ian Lambie (Justice Sector), Dr Alison Collins (Ministry for the Environment), Prof Gail Pacheco (NZ Policy Research Institute, Facilitator)

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Please note: Refreshments will be served at this event

Target audience: AUT Research Staff and Students

Venue: WA224

The second IBTec/IEEE Symposium on Industrial-based Biomedical Engineering Research (SIBER) will be held this year in response to the growing interaction between the field of Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Industries. The Symposium will provide a national/international technical forum for experts from the industry and academia to exchange ideas and present ongoing research results in the state-of-the-art in Biomedical Engineering.

Come along to hear from Keynote Speakers, Researchers, Postgraduate Students and Industry Leaders. 

Target audience: Open to all

Venue: WA224A-B

Nau mai, haere mai, tahuti mai, tautoko mai ki tēnei huihuinga o ngā kairangahau Māori ki AUT! 

This Māori Research Symposium brings together the AUT Māori research whānau from experienced and seasoned researchers to new and emerging researchers and not to forget our postgraduate students who are on their academic journeys as well. Collectively they will share their research weaving together the fibres of indigenous research methodologies, interdisciplinary research and innovative thinking creating an intricate whāriki and showing how Māori research can be impactful and make a significant contribution to Aotearoa-New Zealand. We ask you to join us and make this a celebration of Māori research at AUT.  

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, kia ora ai te iwi 
 
With your basket and my basket everyone will flourish/benefit/thrive, (all will be well) 

Please note: this event will also be live-streamed.

Target audience: Faculty Research Staff and Students

Venue: WG308

Intellectual Property (IP) is often seen as an intimidating and overwhelming subject but it’s vital to understand how to protect yourself and your research. This interactive session will demystify the AUT IP Policy and how it applies to you as an inventor, researcher, or supervisor.

It’s curiosity, applied.

Target audience: Open to all

Venue: WZ100C

This is the first in a new series of seminars sponsored by the OUT@AUT Staff Network, featuring research by and/or of interest to members of the Rainbow community, in the most inclusive sense possible. The inaugural talk in the series will be given by Associate Professor Sarah Baker, co-editor of the forthcoming The Gay return: Queer Representation revisits, challenges, and new directions. Dr. Baker’s research considers queer representation in the media and how those mediated representations have changed over time.

Target audience: Open to all.  Of special interest to members of the Rainbow community (including but not limited to LGBTQIA+ and Takatāpui communities) 

Venue: WG702-703

Join us at the Pacific Research Symposium as we delve into the future of Pacific research in Aotearoa. Our theme centres around the Tuvaluan Proverb: 

“Ko te motou paea e maua, kae fakaoti fakatahi.” 
The catch is shared, and the task is completed together.  

Here, we celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Pacific contributions, spotlighting the ingenuity of Pacific-led research, the dynamism of interdisciplinary research, and the innovations of postgraduate research. We invite you to partake in the conversation as we rethink research impact, concentrating our focus on preserving the heartbeat of Pacific communities – collective knowledge systems, languages, and cultures. 

Target Audience: Open to all

Venue: WG308

AUT engages in more than 100 consulting projects each year including expert witnesses, media commentary, policy advisors, and more. This interactive session, co-presented by Michael Fielding of AUT Ventures and Dr Kelly Sheerin, Head of Department, Sport and Exercise Science, will answer your questions about how you can share AUT’s innovation while building your reputation beyond the AUT community as one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most inspiring minds. Use your knowledge and expertise to address real-world challenges.

It’s curiosity, applied.

Target audience: AUT Staff

Venue: WZ100C

Focuses on thinking through who you are as a researcher for the purpose of generating and refining content for research profiles. Participants will engage in practical activities to identify and reflect on what they research, how and why they research it, and who is in their research network. Suited to doctoral and non-doctoral students (masters, honours) who want to develop and communicate their research identity. Students need to log in to AUT’s Microsoft 365 during the workshop and open the Planner app. You will need a device to participate in reading and writing activities.

Target audience: AUT Research students + early career researchers

Venue: WF602

NZ Policy Research Institute (NZPRI) provides multidisciplinary, inquiry-driven research. This event will showcase recent research partnerships and pathways to social impact. Topics covered include health, education and labour market policies; as well as a focus on priority population groups, such as Maori, Pacific and the LGBTQI+ community. 

Target to audience: Open to all

Venue: WA224A-B

The Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences (FHES) Research Roadshow is an annual research event showcasing the diversity of research being undertaken by our Faculty researchers, research teams, and postgraduate researchers. At this year’s roadshow we are leaning on the AUT Research Week theme “Partnerships for Impact”. Join us to:

• Hear some examples of FHES research partnerships for impact
• Learn from external industry and community partners about what it takes to have impact in their settings
• Network and exchange ideas about how we can make a meaningful difference for people and environments in Aotearoa NZ

Target Audience: Open to everyone (FHES staff & PG focused) 

 
 Venue: AF114 Lecture Theatre/AZ100 Atrium, AUT North Campus

Our school is dedicated to teaching and research in built environment engineering, architecture, and creative technologies. We focus on designing sustainable solutions for local and global challenges, from Auckland’s housing crisis to climate change impacts.

Join us for an exploration of research and projects within AUT's School of Future Environments. Enjoy lunch while our presenters share insights into their innovative work, highlighting the diverse efforts of our staff and students. This informal session covers topics like smart mobilities, advanced construction, and sustainable future systems. Engage in thought-provoking discussions and network with peers and industry professionals.

Target audience: Open to all

Venue: WZ100

This event is by INVITE ONLY - Please only register if you have a received an official invite to this event.

AUT welcomes our research partners to join us for a reception celebrating and recognising the value we jointly create through our shared research activities. This will be an opportunity to meet a wide variety of colleagues across the Aotearoa research space. 

We will also hear from Olympic gold medallist and Paris flag-bearer, sailor Jo Aleh, live from Barcelona as she prepares for the first ever Women's America's Cup. Jo will reflect on the value of research and cooperation in the context of her own sailing career and her involvement with AUT. 

Venue:  WG308 on the AUT City Campus - Sir Paul Reeves building, 2-14 Governor Fitzroy Place 

Join us for an exclusive event designed to help you build and maintain lasting and meaningful connections for collaboration. This symposium will provide valuable strategies to overcome challenges and barriers, such as differences in work culture, ensuring smooth and effective teamwork. In addition, you will be able to connect with fellow AUT Early Career Academics and Researchers and expand your professional network in a supportive and dynamic environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to share experiences, gain insights, and foster relationships that will enhance your academic journey. Come prepared to engage, learn, and grow with your peers!

Target audience: Open to all

Venue: WF303

As AUT seeks to enrich lives and create a better world through technology, learning, and discovery, we can challenge the traditional discipline-oriented way we approach research.

AUT Ventures hosts a panel of investors and thought leaders who will highlight global problems in need of innovative solutions and how AUT research can have significant and long-lasting impact by considering our role in the “bigger picture”.

The panel of five experts will include:

• Hon. Nikki Kaye, Former Minister of Youth Affairs, ACC, and Civil Defence, Associate Minister of Education
• Robyn Whittaker, Director Evidence Research & Clinical Trials, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
• Murray Bruges, Executive Director, Helen Clark Foundation
• Kathryn de Ridder, Senior Portfolio Investment Manager, Bridgewest Ventures
• Erena Calder Hawkins, Growth Manager for University and Research Engagement, Sprout Agritech
• Moderated by Nicola Kayes, Associate Dean -Research, Faculty of Health & Environmental Sciences

It’s curiosity, applied.

Target audience: Open to AUT faculty staff, supervisors, and research students

Venue: WA224

Join us as we close AUT Research Week 2024 with a reflection on how research can create positive change in professional practice. Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research Professor Mark Orams will chair a panel discussion about how AUT research created the evidence base for improved diversity in NZ Cricket - with special guests Professor Lesley Ferkins (SPRINZ), Martin Sneddon (former CEO, NZ Cricket) and more. Professor Orams will close with a reflection on AUT’s place as a research institution working for and with our communities, and will look to how we can continually improve our research impact through effective external partnerships and collaboration. 

Target Audience: Wider Community - Open to All

Please note: this event will also be live-streamed.

Venue: WG308

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition where research students have just three minutes to present their thesis and its significance in an inspiring and captivating way. 

This year's competition is by video submission, and we're looking forward to screening our finalists' videos live at the finals event, taking place Friday 13 September from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, both face to face and livestreamed! Watch our 2024 AUT 3MT Competition finalists' videos, cast your Audience Vote, and hear the judges' decisions. Those attending in person will have the opportunity to network over nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks.

Target Audience: AUT Research Staff and Students

Venue: WG308