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Early Years Research Centre: He Kōhanga Toi Tangata

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Early Years Research Centre

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Who we are

Our scholars focus on early years research, exploring pedagogy, policy, and community connections in childhood centres and schools for children aged 0 to 8.

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  • shadowtech25 hiko hub waikato university

    ShadowTech25 at Hiko Hub ignites tech futures for students

    The Hiko Hub at the University of Waikato hosted 25 bright young minds for ShadowTech25, offering a glimpse into the exciting possibilities of a future in technology.

    News 22 Aug 2025
  • 9292 Dr Owen   Engineering 10

    From brain-controlled prosthetic limbs to cancer-fighting molecules

    Waikato scientists awarded funding for life-changing research

    News 21 Aug 2025
  • animal space

    We’ve been sending animals into space for 7 decades – yet there are still no rules to protect them from harm

    Unlike military working animals, which undergo transition programmes for civilian life, space animals lack formal exit protocols.

    Opinion 20 Aug 2025
  • 3MT winner Matthew Taylor during his talk

    Three Minute Thesis winner boils down big idea

    Matthew Taylor, a PhD student from Te Kura Mata-Ao School of Engineering, competed against nine other doctoral candidates.

    News 15 Aug 2025

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wmier@waikato.ac.nz
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