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Dr Darren Ngaru King

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Independent Researcher & Kāhui Māori

Darren Ngaru King is an interdisciplinary research scientist with experience spanning the earth and human-systems sciences. His research focus is climate variability, tsunamis and impacts on Māori communities. He investigates factors that influence the risk, vulnerability and endurance of climate-sensitive sectors, systems and groups, using approaches grounded in applied geology, Māori oral history and Mātauranga Māori. Darren is also a member of the Kāhui Māori of the Deep South National Science Challenge.

Rangahau · Related projects

Whakaaweawe

23WHA15Whanake te kura i Tawhitinui – Building resilience within Māori communities
Kaiārahi · Project lead Dr Acushla Dee Sciasia
Whare wānanga · Host Massey University
Matakitenga · Framework
Wā rangahau · Timeline Added 2025

This research explores how mātauranga Māori enriches natural hazard resilience in Aotearoa by integrating Indigenous knowledge with science. It highlights Māori-led solutions that strengthen cultural identity, wellbeing, and community response to disasters. The resulting publication will be accessible and visually engaging, showcasing collaborative research…

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