Massey University stories
Wellington researchers pioneer low-cost earthquake alert system
Mon, 26th May 2025
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clean technologies
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climate change
Massey University researchers in Wellington have trialled a low-cost, community-based earthquake early warning system using local volunteers and MEMS sensors.
In a Room of Men: Harnessing Opportunity in the Tech Sector
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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massey university
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iwd
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opinion
In a male-dominated tech landscape, one woman's journey highlights the importance of leveraging personal strength and communication to achieve success.
Rachael Hedges shares insights on thriving in tech world
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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massey university
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iwd
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opinion
Rachael Hedges, Managing Director of Versed, shares her journey navigating the male-dominated tech industry, emphasising the importance of communication skills.
Exclusive: Tiger Brokers expands reach with university partnerships
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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ai
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massey university
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stock market
Tiger Brokers partners with Asia-Pacific universities to give students hands-on trading experience, while expanding globally with innovative features and educational tools.
Female leaders are better employers than male counterparts - AUT study
Mon, 25th May 2020
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aut
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massey university
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leadership
Female leaders have a more positive impact on employees' wellbeing, according to a survey of New Zealand workers.
Massey Uni students win big at global IoT challenge
Tue, 8th Oct 2019
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iot
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massey university
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solar power
Massey Uni students bagged USD $25,000 cash and equipment at Keysight's global IoT challenge in NYC with their innovative air quality sensors.
Lack of financial support for Māori entrepreneurs leaves businesses struggling
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
Māori entrepreneurs are being held back from financial success due to issues with accessing finance, managing debt and wealth, and tax compliance.
The Amazon effect: Kiwi retailers spooked by commerce giants
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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amazon
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massey university
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monash university
Kiwi retailers face stiff challenge as 'Amazon effect' dents business confidence and sparks GST fairness debate.
Phonics more important than ever in a digital age
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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massey university
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digital literacy
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opinion
Massey University children's literacy specialist Tom Nicholson discusses how spelling is even more relevant in a digital age than ever before.
Are digital devices impacting tertiary students' eyesight?
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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massey university
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essilor
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eye problems
New data shows that almost half of tertiary students in New Zealand have undiagnosed vision conditions, likely due to heavy digital device use.
Success with te reo app means more resources are coming
Tue, 9th May 2017
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massey university
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te reo māori
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maori in tech
James Porter and team have launched a successful te reo app, 'He aha tēnei?', with more resources on the way, helping children learn Māori language and culture.
Massey grad encourages more Maori into digital pathways
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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massey university
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tikanga
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maori in tech
Massey University graduate Dan Walker wants to see more Māori participation in the tech industry, using a tikanga Māori framework.
Social media makes academic research more accessible
Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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edutech
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social media
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massey university
Academics say social media is making research more accessible, allowing for broader conversations and public debates.
Gender gap: We have an issue, professor says
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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massey university
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dei
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esg
Massey University professor Sarah Leberman says the lack of women in leadership positions is a vexing and persistent problem.
Massey University staff to dissect sports management in the digital age
Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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social media
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massey university
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digital age
Lecturer Ashleigh Thompson and associate professor Andy Martin will present research at the European Association of Sport Management conference.
Good luck bringing your watch into your exam
Mon, 11th May 2015
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wearables
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massey university
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tablets
Following the recent release of the Apple Watch and the surge in uptake of wearables, Massey University has banned all watches from examination rooms.
Massey University plugs NZ skills shortage with new big data degree
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
Massey University has announced it is launching New Zealand's first business-focused analytics degree next month to address the skills shortage in ana.
OneNet expands intern programme to include Massey University
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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onenet
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massey university
The team has been working closely with OneNet's in-house engineers on a new software product for managing the inventory and configuration of their datacentres.
Conference with the 'IT' factor focuses on future...
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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edutech
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massey university
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higher education
Information technology specialists from the tertiary education sector will be descending on Massey University's Palmerston North campus during early September.
Technology aids reading comprehension
Tue, 19th Nov 2013
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edutech
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massey university
Study shows technology boosts reading gains in 10-11 yr old boys, achieving up to 6x the national average at a Palmerston North school.