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In this edition : AI in health workshop. Using AI for early detection of deteriorating patients. Health NZ's AI Advisory Group... and more

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared dementia a global health priority in 2017. 1  In Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ), the number of...

Date: 6 November 2025 | Time: 2pm - 4pm | Location: University of Auckland This is a networking event hosted by MedTech-IQ in partnership with the University of Auckland. Come along for an afternoon of insights, inspiration, and connection. Even if you are just curious, you’ll walk away with new contacts and insights into funding changes, commercialisation, and translational pathways in HealthTech.

Postoperative mortality is the third leading cause of death worldwide, but has seen little advancement in the modern digital era. Previous work from the group has shown that the persistently high mortality is largely driven by variations in the health system’s ability to identify and respond to deteriorating patients, with worse outcomes for Māori. 1  Key contributors to improving postoperative outcomes include early warning systems, use of antibiotics, and wider use of thera

National Artificial Intelligence and Algorithm Expert Advisory Group (NAIAEAG), there’s no denying that it sounds impressive, but what...

Tell us about yourself Kia ora koutou. I’m Catherine Shi, AUT’s contact for the Healthcare AI Research Network and Head of the new...

In this edition : NZ AI strategy released. AI scribes roadmap. Network launches members profiles... and more

Medical AI scribes have the potential to change the way clinicians take medical notes. By automatically converting patient-clinician...

Date : 4 September 2025 Location : University of Canterbury Summary Nau mai, haere mai – Join us for the AI in Health Research Network (AIHRN) – South Island Launch, hosted by the University of Canterbury (UC). AIHRN is a national initiative responding to the 2023 PMCSA AI in Health report, bringing together researchers, clinicians, industry, and policymakers to explore the future of AI in health. This free event is open to all, and will feature opening remarks from UC leader

In this edition : Network Update. Trust in institutions seminar (VUW). AI Research at AUT... and more

Aotearoa AI Summit One-day summit featuring keynotes, panels and workshops on AI ethics, innovation, business, and emerging tech. Focus on sectors including healthcare, finance, agriculture, and government.

Date : 2-3 September 2025 Location : Te Pae, Chirstchurch, NZ Summary : Two-day satellite meeting on Artificial Intelligence (AI) focused on the current state and future of AI in biological research. Sessions will include: AI research infrastructure, AI ethics and data sovereignty, AI in molecular research, AI in applied biology, AI in environmental research & AI in health sciences     Further Information : AI Satellite

Date: 27 November 2025 | Time: 8:30-16:00 | Location: Te Pae, Chirstchurch This workshop will showcase the latest AI in health research and explore key considerations for responsible and equitable AI. It will bring together researchers, sector leaders, and healthcare professionals to share insights and solutions. Together, we’ll look ahead to the future potential of AI and how research can drive innovation to improve the health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders. 

In April 2025, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) hosted a session exploring AI in health — covering research, policy developments, ethical considerations, and opportunities for collaboration. Assoc. Prof Rosie Dobson, Dr. Kevin Ross, and Assoc. Prof. Mangor Pedersen Speakers included: Robyn Whittaker , who gave an update on the state of AI at HealthNZ and their research priorities. Kevin Ross  from Deloitte, who provided an industry-focused perspective, outlining curren

1. Tell us about yourself Ko Daniel Wilson ahau. I whakapapa to Ngāpuhi (Te Popoto) and Ngāti Pikiao (Ngāti Hinekura). After finishing...

Monday 14th April 2025 - What our understanding of trust means for the use of artificial intelligence by the public sector and in society.

Date and Time: Tuesday 3 December 2024, 9.00am-3.30pm Location:  Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton Further information: here Register:...

Network members, including Dr Rosie Dobson and Professor Robyn Whittaker , will be speaking at the AI+ Care Conference Date: 27-28...

Date and Time: Tuesday 19 November 2024, 2.30-4.00pm Location:  Room 505-011 (AMRF Auditorium, Grafton Campus) Further information: ...