NZSG Announces 2025 Our Small Research Grant Recipients

These grants support innovative projects that advance gastroenterology practice and patient care across Aotearoa.

Award Recipients and Projects

1. Jia Min Yap – University of Otago
Project: Malnutrition in Advanced Liver Disease
This study aims to improve nutritional strategies for patients with severe liver conditions, addressing a critical gap in clinical care.

2. Jay Gong – University of Auckland, School of Pharmacy
Project: Patterns of Opioid Use Among Inflammatory Bowel Patients After Hospitalisation
The research explores opioid prescribing trends and their impact on recovery, aiming to inform safer pain management practices.

3. Cameron Kendall – Christchurch
Project: FIT Testing for Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Two Years of Clinical Experience in Canterbury
This project evaluates the effectiveness of FIT testing in real-world clinical settings, contributing to better diagnostic pathways.

4. Amelia Grace Roy – University of Otago
Project: Investigating Rongoā Mamaku as an Anti-inflammatory Resolution in Crohn’s Disease Models
Amelia’s work integrates traditional Māori medicine with modern science, exploring novel anti-inflammatory treatments for Crohn’s disease.

Driving Innovation in Gastroenterology

These projects reflect NZSG’s commitment to fostering research that improves patient outcomes and embraces cultural perspectives. Congratulations to all recipients for their dedication and vision.