After a week of floods and heavy rainfall, fresh water is still in the headlines. Radio New Zealand is diving […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
The science of the freshwater estate – In the News
The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor Sir Peter Gluckman has released a report hoped to help understand the complexity of […]
Continue readingKaikōura shook more violently than Christchurch – In the News
New insights from November’s magnitude 7.8 Kaikōura earthquake have revealed the shake was the most violent ever recorded in New […]
Continue readingTe Kiri Gold scrutiny – In the News
A water-based tonic that is claimed to help treat cancer has been put under a critical spotlight by reporters at […]
Continue readingEnduring Powers of Attorney — In The News
Around the country this week, district health boards were raising awareness for advanced care planning for our nation’s elderly, with […]
Continue readingThe Royal Society celebrates 150 years – In the News
Last night New Zealand’s research community, along with distinguished international guests, kicked off the celebrations for the 150th anniversary of […]
Continue readingTyphoid outbreak in Auckland – In the News
An outbreak of typhoid in Auckland has sent at least ten people to hospital, with officials working to confirm another […]
Continue reading“Unacceptable” design flaw in Statistics House – In the News
Design standards and building laws will be reviewed following an investigation into structural damage to Statistics House in November’s Kaikōura […]
Continue readingStudy show long-term effects of lead exposure – In the News
Lead exposure in childhood was linked to lower cognitive function, IQ and socioeconomic status, according to data from the Dunedin […]
Continue readingPrime Minister’s Science Prizes awarded to top researchers
The Prime Minister’s Science Prizes have been presented in Wellington today, dishing out a total of $1 million across five […]
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