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New definition of GM food proposed – Expert Reaction
Food safety regulator Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is holding a second round of public consultation on a new […]
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The Government is moving forward on its intentions to overhaul restrictions on the use of gene editing and other genetic […]
Continue readingDeep-sea critters attracting patents – Expert Reaction
Patents to exploit deep-sea marine organisms are increasing, according to a new study in Nature Sustainability. A new database of marine genes in […]
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Public consultation on bringing back the practice of exporting live animals on ships is expected to start soon. The NZ […]
Continue readingWhat does a functioning healthcare system look like? – Expert Q&A
Amid ongoing news coverage of medical staff shortages and drastic changes to Te Whatu Ora leadership, the SMC asked experts […]
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They’re not vapes, and they’re not cigarettes. So what are the heated tobacco products that have had their excise tax […]
Continue readingNZ opts out of joint standard for infant formula – Expert Reaction
The Government will not sign up to new trans-Tasman standards on infant formula, which includes tougher labelling requirements. Under the […]
Continue readingScience at the Paris Olympics – In the News
From the unique surf break at Teahupo’o to the incredible physics behind Simone Biles’ hardest moves, global coverage has done […]
Continue readingRegulatory review into pesticides and agrichemicals – Expert Reaction
The Government has confirmed it will review the regulations around how agricultural and horticultural products are given the green tick […]
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