At the Agricultural and Horticultural Outlook summit in Wellington this week, politicians and scientists explored the coming challenges faced by […]
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Although many people would like them to, scientists cannot predict earthquakes. They can, however, estimate the probability of one occurring […]
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The BBC does a good job of covering science in its radio, television and web programming, according to a review […]
Continue readingScience media discussions from Doha
Science Media Centres now exist in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Japan, with more on the horizon. But […]
Continue readingHRC funds the wellbeing of New Zealand
Millions of dollars are being invested into the health of New Zealander’s through the government funding body, the Health Research […]
Continue readingControversy over climate change course
A University lecturer may be stretching academic freedom too far when it comes to examining climate change in his classes. […]
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APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE HAVE NOW CLOSED – THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST! Media advisor role – Science Media Centre The […]
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Following the Science Media Centre’s briefing with experts yesterday, several media outlets have reported on the connections between rising global […]
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How can we gauge the impact on weather of global warming above and beyond natural variation in weather patterns?
Continue readingWill ‘Playing God’ be our saviour?
In an article published in the Dominion Post , environmental author Mark Lynas explains why mankind must embrace technologies like […]
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