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Research

Our research is focused on how we can leverage the power of chemistry to bring better drugs, materials and technology to the world.

Cancer cells under microscope under a sort of blue light.

Cancer research

Cancer is a leading cause of death in New Zealand and most of us will have experienced it, either personally or through a friend or relative.

Mosquito on skin biting an arm.

Infectious diseases

Infectious diseases cause millions of deaths and the rise of drug-resistant strains are making them harder to treat, requiring the development of new drugs.

Clear model of skull with a brain and nervous system.

Neurodegenerative disorders

Deterioration of the brain is hard on the individual, their families and friends. We're developing much needed treatments for these disorders.

A bee on a yellow honeycomb.

Sustainable materials

Once reliant on petrochemicals, our scientists are working alongside industry to develop renewable materials made from sustainable sources.

X-ray of broken shoulder bone.

Wound healing

Our researchers are developing compounds which can help the body repair tissue damage from wounds and broken bones heal faster.

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Research expertise

Learn more about the expertise and capabilities that underpin our world-leading research.

Publications

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