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Aotearoa's leading paramedicine research event - AUT Paramedicine Research Day - is back in 2026.
Join us for a dynamic and inspiring day of discovery, discussion, and innovation at the AUT Paramedicine Research Day 2026. This annual event brings together researchers, clinicians, students, and industry partners to explore the latest evidence, share ground-breaking research, and spark new collaborations. We'll be bringing you presentations from both local and internationally renowned researchers.
Whether you're a seasoned academic, a frontline paramedic, or simply passionate about advancing emergency healthcare, this event offers a unique opportunity to:
Expect a full day of presentations, panels, and interactive sessions that showcase the depth and diversity of paramedicine research in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.
Morning tea and lunch are provided in the subsidised ticket price.
If you would like to present your research at the AUT Paramedicine Research Day, please submit your abstract using the link below.
There is one NZD$500 student travel award available to support attendance at the event.
To submit an abstract or apply for the travel award, please visit our Abstract & Travel Award Submission website
Please note: Abstract submissions close on Wednesday 10 December 2025.
With over 20 years in paramedicine and a strong focus on pragmatic mixed-methods research, Dr McClelland brings deep insight into prehospital care-particularly stroke and other time-critical emergencies.
Stuart trained in paediatrics in NZ and the UK and leads global paediatric emergency research. He chairs PERN and has secured over $40 million in funding through HRC and NHMRC grants.
Former Auckland paramedic turned intensive care physician, Associate Professor Anderson has global experience in prehospital and retrieval medicine, trauma critical care, ECMO and bioethics.
An internationally trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Mr Baker leads burn care in Aotearoa and contributes extensively to research and education in burn injury management.
Event Details:
• Date: Friday 13 February 2026
• Venue: AUT North Campus, 90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland
• Cost: $80 (includes morning tea, lunch and refreshments)
• CPD: Attendance counts towards CPD hours
To book your ticket for the event, click here
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