Te Papa, the National Museum of New Zealand, is undergoing restructuring both in terms of staff and the housing of […]
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Concern over novel coronavirus – experts respond
A new coronavirus — the same type of virus responsible for the 2003 outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome or […]
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UK SMC: As the number of human cases of avian flu continues to rise, China and its surrounding regions remain […]
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New research suggests that edible sources of nicotine may provide a protective effect against Parkinson’s disease. But independent experts are […]
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Media attention has this week focussed on irradiated Australian tomatoes and capsicums which could be imported into New Zealand from […]
Continue readingFighting rheumatic fever – experts respond
UPDATED: New funding to combat rheumatic fever announced today will provide for free drop-in clinics for sore throat testing and […]
Continue readingApplications now open for Science Media SAVVY in Wellington
The Science Media Centre is pleased to announce the much awaited Wellington media skills workshop for scientists, now accepting applications!
Continue readingNational Science Challenges hit the headlines
The Government’s announcement of the National Science Challenges, including an extra $73.5 million funding boost to the initiative, has been […]
Continue readingNational Science Challenges unveiled – Experts respond
UPDATED 11.00 AM, MAY 3: The Government this week announced the ten areas that have been selected for special focus […]
Continue readingNational Science Challenges – 10 areas of focus outlined
The Government has announced the National Science Challenges – 10 areas of focus over the next four years – $73.5 million in […]
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