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Cather Simpson leaves the board.

Te Whai Ao Dodd-Walls Centre Board Chair Charlotte Walshe has announced that University of Auckland Professor Cather Simpson has resigned from the Centre’s Governance Board.

Exceptional alumni honoured with prestigious University award

Renowned physicist and science communicator Professor John Dudley has been recognised for his exceptional accomplishments in the University’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards.

A New Zealand breakthough in quantum-inspired optical computing

With fully fault‑tolerant quantum computers still years away, New Zealand researchers have built a hybrid device that could solve major problems much sooner.

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Quantum Crossroads – exploring the intersection of arts, culture, and quantum science and technology.

Quantum Crossroads is a gathering of experts at the intersection of arts, culture, and quantum science and technology. Registration now!

Delivering a game-changer for prostate cancer detection and treatment

NZ researchers are using new technology to improve prostate cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment, improving outcomes for thousands of men.

Professor Cather Simpson Elected to Royal Society Te Apārangi Council and the Academy Executive Committee

Congratulations to Professor Cather Simpson on her election to the Royal Society Te Apārangi Council and the Academy Executive Committee!

Professor David Hutchinson Appointed to Marsden Fund Council

Congratulations, David!

Professor Richard Blaikie's Retirement

The Centre thanks Professor Richard Blaikie for his contribution to the Centre as his role as DVC-Research & Enterprise, DWC Board Member, and Principal Investigator.

DWC Emeritus Professor Nancy Longnecker

DWC Emeritus Investigator, Nancy Longenecker, has been featured in an interview by the University of Otago.