Where There Was Once Nothing

Now, There Is Something

Our Focus Areas

Utilisation of bioremediation techniques to stop plant diseases,

including Pseudomonas syringae actinidiae infections in kiwifruit.

The development of diagnostics for autoimmune disease.

With a particular focus on Crohn’s disease, incorporating a novel biomarker that can be visualised. This is being used to assess disease states through varying stages of clinical treatment and to assist drug development.

The development of diagnostics for Mycobacterial diseases of animals.

To help keep our livestock healthier.

Latest

ArticleChristchurch microbiologist may have cracked Crohn’s disease, The Press

Research by Christchurch microbiologist John Aitken has recorded a major advance in the treatment of Crohn’s disease, which affects 20,000 New Zealanders. Martin van Beynen reports.

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The role of the laboratory is to help the doctor to help the patient.
Otakaro Pathways is part of that team.
We give the patient the tools to work towards wellness.

-John Aitken, Chief Scientist