Discover impactful research at New Zealand's top-ranked research university. The University of Waikato is driving innovation for societal progress and global sustainability, linking knowledge with industry for a better world.
Committed to sustainable innovation, our research at the University of Waikato fuels business, environmental, and global societal support. Learn more about our Research impact.
Learn about the Research & Enterprise Office, which supports the University of Waikato's research activities and the process of creating value from research discoveries and innovation.
Discover research projects, publications and tools from software to machine learning.
Join us in tackling some of the most exciting and challenging science problems facing Aotearoa and the world.
Dive into the groups doing engineering research.
Watch our captivating TEDx talks from the University's 60th anniversary celebrations—now on YouTube.
Discover these transformative talks—watch Dr Marie Magnusson describe how seaweed has the potential to revolutionise global food production.
Advanced energy symposium showcases decarbonisation software to improve industry processes
The event showcased the Ahuora Centre for Smart Energy Systems and the transformative work being undertaken at the University to decarbonise industrial processes.
Researchers contribute to groundbreaking climate change report in the Pacific
The Pacific Ocean Climate Crisis Assessment (POCCA) project brought together over 100 researchers and community experts from across 16 Pacific countries and territories to document the region’s resilience and adaptation strategies in the face of escalating climate challenges.
Discovery lights the way for in-utero research innovation
A new Waikato study lays the foundation for a brand-new field of science.
Trans and non-binary lives at risk: new report highlights healthcare gaps and high levels of violence in New Zealand
The second Counting Ourselves survey highlights the urgent need to address discrimination and violence against trans and non-binary people.
Discover some of the research projects happening at the University of Waikato.
Find a Research expert at the University of Waikato. The University of Waikato has a large range of Research experts across a wide variety of fields.
Browse through the many research services and facilities at the University of Waikato.
Learn more about the research happening within the Research Institutes at the University of Waikato.
Explore innovative research Groups and Centres. From AI to environmental studies, discover diverse initiatives shaping the future. Join us in pushing boundaries and making a difference!
Learn about the concept of open research and discover how you can apply reach, reproducibility, and rigour to your work.
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