The release of the Reader’s Digest ‘most trusted’ survey has revealed that the top three most trusted New Zealanders are […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
Sleep & stillbirth study draws media attention
The publication of a New Zealand study examining the link between sleep habits and stillbirth in pregnancy has received strong […]
Continue readingEarthquake risk in Christchurch
Following Mondays two damaging aftershocks, Christchurch is starting — once more — the arduous task of clean up. But are […]
Continue readingSeismologists on Christchurch quakes
Following yesterday’s two earthquakes in Canterbury, the media sought out experts to explain what happened and, perhaps more importantly, was […]
Continue readingEnd debate on 1080 – NZ Herald Editorial
An editorial in today’s New Zealand Herald acknowledges the shortcomings of 1080 but ultimately recognises the findings of the comprehensive […]
Continue readingChristchurch hit by powerful aftershocks
Christchurch was struck by two strong aftershocks this afternoon. Details of the severity and the extent of damage continue to […]
Continue reading‘Improving Clinical Trials’ Report in the News
On Wednesday Health Select Committee released the report, ‘Inquiry into improving New Zealand’s environment to support innovation through clinical trials’. […]
Continue readingAlcohol abuse, harms to others and calls for reform – NZMJ
Several articles in the current issue of New Zealand Medical Journal have made headlines as they bring into focus Kiwi […]
Continue reading1080 report lands pest control back in the headlines
A comprehensive report advocating the use of 1080 poison to control pest population and protect native species is rekindling media […]
Continue readingMedia Coverage: Cellphones “Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans”
The suggestion from a WHO task-force that cellphone exposure is “possibly carcinogenic” has generated wide spread media buzz over the […]
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