Research groups and centres

Explore the research groups and centres that are part of Te Puna Hauora—School of Health.

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Centre for Physical Activity and Wellbeing

We aim to lead the delivery of policy- and practice-relevant research and the development of workforce capability for promoting physical activity in Aotearoa.
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Workplace Health and Safety

We aim to lead education and research in health and safety to reduce the level of harm from work.
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Affect and emotion research network

We connect researchers with a shared interest in the study of affect and emotion in social life.
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Assisted Dying Research Network

We are a collaborative group researching assisted dying across Aotearoa New Zealand following the passing of the End of Life Choice Act (2019).

Associated centres

Researchers in Te Puna Hauora also work closely with two centres within Te Pukenga Wai—Faculty of Education, Health, and Psychological Sciences.

Te Hikuwai Rangahau Hauora

The Health Services Research Centre studies the health and disability needs of communities, and the planning, provision, use, and effectiveness of services.

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Te Tātai Hauora o Hine

The National Centre for Women’s Health Research is dedicated to eliminating preventable harm and improving health outcomes for women, children, and whānau.

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