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“Whatukura: a computer based model of the human eye” is a long term research project in which Dr Jason Turuwhenua and his research team are aiming to produce optically and biomechanically functional computer eye models. Through such modelling he expects to increase our understanding of the eye and its diseases, and hopes to provide enhanced clinical diagnostics and interactions with patients.

Professor Ngahuia Te Awekotuku and Associate Professor Linda Waimarie Nikora lead the Tangi Research Programme at the University of Waikato. The researchers are committed to studying tangi, conscious of the belief that such work in itself carries the inherent risk of "karanga aitua" or calling down misfortune by drawing attention to it. Contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand is constantly influenced by tangi practice, through the popular media and through personal exposure; elements of tangi engage people every day.

On Friday, September 21st international speakers Dr Eduardo Duran and Professor Karina Walters will present on the topic of Historical Trauma Research and Development in the Aotearoa Social Services Sector. Hosted by Te Puna Wānanga, School of Education, Faculty of Education and Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga. For more information, see RSVP weblink.

MAI ki Tāmaki, a programme which supports and mentors Māori doctoral students at The University of Auckland, is being re-launched on Monday, August 27th at Waipapa Marae.

Technology has been an important part of the 28th Māori Battalion D Company history project, called Au e Ihu! Ngā Mōrehu Taua: Those that are left behind must endeavour to complete the work, allowing taonga to be displayed and protected for generations to come.

Dr Shane Wright (Te Āti Hau, Tūwharetoa) is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Biological Sciences at The University of Auckland. He has produced a number of prominent papers and articles on the rates of evolution in different environments.

Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga is proud to support the Ngā Kōrero Tātaki: Leadership Discussions on Indigenous Sustainability Series at the Auckland Museum. These free seminars are an opportunity to learn from leading academics and indigenous thinkers and gain insight, traditional knowledge, ideas and solutions on how to create a sustainable future.

Join delegates from the science, business, iwi and government communities at the Transit of Venus Forum to hear some of New Zealand’s leading thinkers advance Sir Paul Callaghan’s vision for New Zealand – a place where talent wants to live – a community that is prosperous and inclusive. Director of Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga Professor Charles Royal is one of the speakers.