The gradual decrease in the saturation state of calcium carbonate in the ocean due to the absorption of anthropogenic CO2 is expected to enhance the dissolution of skeletons and shells of calcifying organisms. Experimental ...

Background: The proportion of New Zealander’s aged 65 years and older is expected to reach 25% by 2030, placing considerable demand on health and disability services, including residential care services. Good nutrition is ...

Experiential marketing and the quest to create memorable and extraordinary customer experiences have become central to tourism, an industry concerned with experiential products. However, the theory of experiential marketing ...

People who enjoy exercising are more likely to maintain good fitness habits and achieve health enhancing benefits. A large percentage of people with arthritis do not meet the recommended levels of physical activity, which ...

Objective: To evaluate current impact of National Heart Foundation’s Tick programme on food reformulation/formulation to reduce sodium in processed food. In addition, explore factors influencing food companies in the Tick ...

The gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) neurons are the principal neurons in a network within the hypothalamus that controls fertility in all mammals. GnRH neuron output is influenced by a wide range of neurotransmitters. ...

The objectives of this thesis were to develop formulations and processing specifications for two types of cooked meat patties made with novel mixtures of squid and beef, and to design and verify a safe thermal processing ...

Background. Musculoskeletal conditions comprise a diverse group of disorders, united by a commonality of biopsychosocial symptoms including pain, functional disability, and decreased quality of life. Yoga is a popular form ...

Many species associated with New Zealand native forests have experienced extreme range declines and population size reductions due to habitat alterations and introduced predators. Removing immediate threats should be the ...

Provenance of ancient and Cenozoic East Otago and Canterbury Basin sedimentary rocks, modern Haast River and Wairau River bedload river sediment have been investigated using titanium-in-quartz geothermometry grain size ...