Post by Kiwi Frontline on Nov 16, 2020 2:43:35 GMT 12
MĀORI RESEARCH PROJECTS LAND MARSDEN FUND SUPPORT
University of Otago researchers this week learned they have secured $17.5 million in funding for 30 projects, including three with a unique Māori perspective.
Researcher Dr Erica Newman received $300,000 to examine the impact of the 1955 Adoption Act on the identity of descendants of Māori adoptees yet to connect to their taha Māori.
Dr Htin Lin Aung also received $300,000 to decode the genetic determinants of a strain of Tuberculosis-causing bacteria which disproportionally affect Māori.
Dr Jude Ball, of the University of Otago, Wellington, was awarded $300,000 to understand how the function and meaning of substance use has changed in young people's lives.
It will also inform local efforts, including efforts by and for Māori, to reduce substance-related harm.".....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/430649/maori-research-projects-land-marsden-fund-support
University of Otago researchers this week learned they have secured $17.5 million in funding for 30 projects, including three with a unique Māori perspective.
Researcher Dr Erica Newman received $300,000 to examine the impact of the 1955 Adoption Act on the identity of descendants of Māori adoptees yet to connect to their taha Māori.
Dr Htin Lin Aung also received $300,000 to decode the genetic determinants of a strain of Tuberculosis-causing bacteria which disproportionally affect Māori.
Dr Jude Ball, of the University of Otago, Wellington, was awarded $300,000 to understand how the function and meaning of substance use has changed in young people's lives.
It will also inform local efforts, including efforts by and for Māori, to reduce substance-related harm.".....
www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/430649/maori-research-projects-land-marsden-fund-support