Whether or not marine reserves help the unprotected sea creatures beyond their borders has been hotly contested, but new research […]
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Gravitational waves detected from two neutron stars colliding – Expert Reaction
For the first time, scientists have measured the violent death spiral of two dense neutron stars via gravitational waves. This […]
Continue reading‘Killer’ toothaches for captive orca – In the News
Captive orca have terrible teeth, mostly caused by chewing concrete and steel tank surfaces, according to research that photographed the […]
Continue readingKids bombarded with junk food, booze ads – In the News
How to track the quantity of junk food and alcohol advertising kids are exposed to? Stick a camera on them. […]
Continue readingNew Zealand’s top researchers honoured – In the News
Outstanding New Zealander researchers have been awarded prestigious medals at the Royal Society Te Apārangi Research Honours Dinner, held in […]
Continue readingOcean acidification threatens marine species – In the News
Scientists monitoring New Zealand’s waters for ten years have tracked changes in ocean acidification that pose a threat to marine […]
Continue readingNeonicotinoid traces in honey – Expert Reaction
A global study of honey found 75 per cent of samples had traces of neonicotinoid pesticides, which have been implicated […]
Continue readingHow can we reduce antibiotic use in animals? – Expert Reaction
With the global threat of anti-microbial resistant looming, a team of international agricultural experts are arguing for reduced antibiotic use […]
Continue readingFormer rugby players suffer arthritis, joint replacements – Expert reaction
Former elite rugby players are at greater risk of osteoarthritis, joint replacement and osteoporosis compared to the rest of the […]
Continue readingVolcanic activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire – Expert Reaction
A mass evacuation has been ordered from Vanuatu’s Ambae Island following a volcanic eruption. GNS Science volcanologist Brad Scott is […]
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