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Author: John Kerr

What’s causing Australia’s heat wave?

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 18 January 201318 January 2013

On the Australian science commentary site The Conversation, climatologists from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology spell out the situation for […]

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Sugar’s role in weight loss confirmed – research

In the News  |  Published: 18 January 201318 January 2013

A comprehensive review of research examining the link between sugar intake and weight has confirmed that the sweet stuff plays […]

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Influenza and norovirus concerns – expert responds

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 16 January 2013

Not one, but two infectious diseases have been raising concerns among New Zealand experts as they prepare for the 2013 […]

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Cannabis and IQ debate in the media

In the News  |  Published: 15 January 201315 January 2013

A Norwegian economist has questioned the findings of a highly publicised New Zealand study which found a causal link between […]

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Teen cannabis IQ impact questioned – experts respond

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 15 January 201317 January 2013

Heavy cannabis use during the teenage years may not be directly responsible for lower IQ, says a researcher questioning the […]

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Australian heatwave – experts respond

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 09 January 201309 January 2013

The Australian Science Media Centre has collected extensive commentary from experts on a range of issues relating to the heatwave […]

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Vicki Hyde and skepticism – New Zealand Herald

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 20 December 201220 December 2012

In the New Zealand Herald, Sarah Daniell poses 12 questions to Vicki Hyde, spokeswoman for the NZ Skeptics Society, just […]

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Kiwi ‘Party Animal’ physicist awarded Einstein Medal

In the News  |  Published: 20 December 201220 December 2012

A New Zealand scientist has been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of his furthering the work of Albert Einstein. […]

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Shooting in the US state of Connecticut – Expert response

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 18 December 2012

The shooting of 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut has left many wondering how […]

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Doomsday (again) – experts on Mayan calendar myth

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 17 December 201217 December 2012

Only seven sleeps left until Christmas — or just four more sleeps until the End of the World — depending […]

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