Last night the New Zealand Association of Scientists held its annual prize giving awards at Turnbull House in Wellington and […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
New study examines link between abortion and mental health
New research by Professor David Fergusson and colleagues from the University of Otago has found that women who have an […]
Continue readingNew NZ research on vitamin D
Three research papers on vitamin D have been published in the New Zealand Medical Journal today (28 November). Jim Bartley, […]
Continue readingNew advice on caffeine intake during pregnancy
A study published earlier this month in the British Medical Journal found that caffeine consumption during pregnancy was associated with […]
Continue readingNew survey on sport and recreation
The 2007/08 Active New Zealand Survey published today, shows that large numbers of Kiwi adults are continuing to take part […]
Continue readingScientists: nanotech needs urgent regulation
The Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution has called for urgent research into the impact of nanomaterials on humans and the […]
Continue readingRutherford’s legacy looms large at top science awards
Last night, New Zealand’s top scientists were celebrated at the annual Science Honours dinner, hosted by the Royal Society at […]
Continue readingNew research: rheumatoid arthritis treatment may be too slow
University of Otago researchers suggest current treatment methods for rheumatoid arthrisis may be too slow to control the debilitating joint […]
Continue readingBeyond fear and loathing: Scientists discuss GMOs
Media briefing on GMOs Media briefing from yesterday now available for playback online. Please dial 0800 449 994 and enter […]
Continue readingThe science of elections – what influences our vote?
With US elections underway, and New Zealand elections imminent, the Science Media Centre rounds up the latest research into the […]
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