Liggins Institute

The Liggins Institute was the University’s first Large Scale Research Institute. It is a world leading centre for translational research on fetal and child health; the impact of nutrition on health throughout life; epigenetic regulation of growth and development; breast cancer; and evolutionary medicine.

Our research

We have shown that a baby’s environment before birth determines its life-long health.

Our people

Meet the scientists, clinicians and researchers who work at the Institute.

Research opportunities

We offer internationally recognised training programmes in all areas of our research.

Our multidisciplinary research strategy

We aim to rapidly translate laboratory discoveries into clinical applications and public health improvements.

Our research partners

We collaborate with leading national and international research organisations and industries.

Research communication

We promote awareness and understanding of science in the community. Become part of our success story.

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Our unique programme for schools brings students and scientists together.

News

"Healthy Start" for Primary Science Week 7 May 2012

It’s Primary Science Week (07-11 May) and the Liggins Institute is opening its doors to school students aged 9-12 years. >>

Students explore brain health in the community 1 May 2012

Liggins Institute and Centre for Brain Research join forces to boost community’s understanding of science. >>

Early pregnancy period may be critical for baby’s lifelong health 5 April 2012

Auckland research adds further evidence that child development and adult health are determined very early in pregnancy. >>

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