Who We Are

We are a New Zealand research centre based at the University of Otago with national and international research partnerships.

A complete list of partner institutions and researchers is available here.

 

Where We Are

We are based in Dunedin, and currently housed within the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Research Unit.

For our full contact details, click here.

 

What We Do - Lifecourse Research

Lifecourse Research means research into all aspects of people, and how and why they turn out the way they do.

All NCLR partner groups are studying people. Research areas include: health and development, migration and movement, families and relationships, and culture and society.

 

Why We Are - Our Mission and Aims

We conduct and apply high-quality research that informs policy and practice to improve the lives of New Zealanders.

This is accomplished through three main aims:

• to establish and maintain a translational research capacity that will produce a range of resources tailored to meet the needs of different stakeholders;
• to conduct new research which enhances New Zealand’s position as an international leader in lifecourse research, by establishing partnerships and maximising opportunities for collaboration;
• to build capability in lifecourse research through the training of the next generation of scientists and engaging the public by bringing science to life in innovative ways.

 

Types of Research

Translational Research. We have identified a need for quality research about people to be translated into useful resources for policymakers.

Policymakers don't always have the time to read technical jargon or complex methodology. We provide accessible, appropriate and timely high-quality information about relevant issues.

Science Communication. We believe that all New Zealanders are interested in people, health, science and social issues.

We tap into that interest by creating resources and information that engage, interest and excite.

New Lifecourse Research. New research will focus on topical issues relevant to all New Zealanders. For example:

• Ageing in Aotearoa New Zealand
• National Identity / Identities
• Migration into and out of Aotearoa New Zealand