Research published today finds that in warming conditions, lizards are born with shorter telomeres – the protective caps on DNA […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
NZ’s first Climate Adaptation Plan – Expert Reaction
The government has released its plan to deal with the rising seas, increasing heat and extreme weather that are predicted to […]
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The Climate Commission’s advice on the Emissions Trading Scheme – Expert Reaction
The Climate Change Commission is recommending improvements be made to the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The Commission says the government should […]
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Covid-19 death reporting changes – Expert Reaction
NZ’s Covid-19 statistics will become more accurate as the Ministry of Health starts reporting deaths where the virus is the […]
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European heatwave – Global SMC Expert Reaction
Temperature records have been smashed across western Europe and the UK, as a heatwave sweeps across the region. The soaring temperatures […]
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Covid jabs and menstrual changes – Expert Reaction
More than 40% of people who have regular periods reported bleeding heavier than usual after getting a Covid-19 vaccination, according […]
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Free masks and RATs ahead of the winter Covid-19 peak – Expert Reaction
Rapid Antigen Tests and masks will be free for all, and more people will be able to access antivirals, as the government […]
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James Webb Telescope’s first pictures – Expert Reaction
NASA has released some of the deepest and highest-resolution images of the universe to date. The images have been captured by the James […]
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Updated: NZ’s first cases of monkeypox – Expert Reaction
Health authorities have confirmed the first case of monkeypox in New Zealand, calling its arrival on our shores “not unexpected” […]
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Fireball in Wellington’s sky – Expert Reaction
Around 2pm witnesses reported seeing a bright flash of light in sky above Wellington and Wairarapa. Experts say the flash […]
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