Naming ALL animal and plant species on earth is a realistic goal, claim researchers who estimate that all such life […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
Cat control campaign makes world headlines
A campaign calling for more awareness over the impact of cats on native bird life has garnered international attention thanks […]
Continue readingSugar’s role in weight loss confirmed – research
A comprehensive review of research examining the link between sugar intake and weight has confirmed that the sweet stuff plays […]
Continue readingCannabis and IQ debate in the media
A Norwegian economist has questioned the findings of a highly publicised New Zealand study which found a causal link between […]
Continue readingKiwi ‘Party Animal’ physicist awarded Einstein Medal
A New Zealand scientist has been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of his furthering the work of Albert Einstein. […]
Continue readingDr Michael Edmonds examines medical TV – Mediawatch
Is Modern Medicine Killing You?, the titular question posed by a recent NZ TV series, got a full check-up on […]
Continue readingFood taxes, subsidies in the news
A New Zealand study reviewing the available research on pricing strategies to increase healthy eating has received media attention both […]
Continue readingChild health report highlights inequalities
The release of the Children Social Health Monitor 2012 update has drawn attention to the unmet needs of the many […]
Continue readingFreshwater scientists call for clean waterways
Freshwater scientists are speaking out about the state of New Zealand rivers and lakes and the impact of land intensification. […]
Continue readingProfiling Sir Peter Gluckman – Fairfax
Writing for Fairfax NZ News, Anthony Hubbard profiles Prof Sir Peter Gluckman, the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor. An excerpt […]
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