An international report looks at the link between the degradation of nature and increasing pandemic risks. The Intergovernmental Platform on […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Water on the moon – Expert Reaction
Scientists have used a telescope on a plane to confirm observations of water on the Moon. Research also shows the Moon’s shady […]
Continue readingJudging risk of transmission with COVID-19 testing – Expert Reaction
The Ministry of Health has today reported 25 new cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand, with a potential mix of new and […]
Continue readingPorts and COVID-19 – Expert Reaction
Two coronavirus cases have been detected at New Zealand ports in the past week. One was a port worker who is suspected to […]
Continue readingNew community case of COVID-19 – Expert Reaction
There is one new community case of COVID-19 in New Zealand, Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced today. The person is a man […]
Continue readingMāori health inequality studied from overseas – Expert Reaction
New research shows a significant difference in Type 2 diabetes health outcomes between Māori and Pākehā. The research team – from China, […]
Continue readingNZ keeps getting warmer – Expert Reaction
Climate data shows New Zealand is feeling more heatwaves, fewer frosts, rising sea levels, and a decline in taonga marine […]
Continue readingInternational advice on managing COVID-19 – Expert Reaction
New messaging on lockdowns from a World Health Organisation special envoy has caused some confusion. This morning, WHO spokesperson Dr […]
Continue readingClimate change threatens kūmara crops – Expert Reaction
The majority of sweet potato varieties may not be able to survive rising global temperatures, according to new research. Peruvian and […]
Continue readingAuckland moves to Alert Level 1 – Expert Reaction
Auckland will join the rest of New Zealand at Alert Level 1 on Wednesday night, Jacinda Ardern has announced. The […]
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