The genetic heritage of New Zealand’s first dog, the now extinct kuri, is being unravelled by University of Otago scientists […]
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Victoria set to legalise medical marijuana – Expert Reaction
In an Australian first, the Victorian Government announced yesterday it would legalise marijuana for the treatment of medical conditions including […]
Continue readingWeighty neutrino discovery wins Nobel – Expert Reaction
The Nobel Prize in Physics for 2015 has been awarded to two researchers who unravelled the mystery of the neutrino […]
Continue readingNeo-nic pesticides need more examination – Morning Report
Radio New Zealand’s Morning Report examines the issue of neonicotinoid pesticides and their impact on New Zealand’s beehives. Lois Williams […]
Continue readingNational science strategy – In the News
The National Statement of Science Investment, launched yesterday, has been widely covered by New Zealand media. The document lays out […]
Continue readingScience strategy launched – Expert Reaction
The Government has laid out its strategy for science over the next decade in a new National Statement of Science […]
Continue readingScience needs funding certainty to excel
The Press science reporter Dr Sarah-Jane O’Connor looks at the state of science funding in New Zealand and whether it […]
Continue readingMarsden Fund under the microscope – Expert reaction
New Zealand’s leading ‘blue skies’ research fund boosts Kiwi science, but could be tweaked for greater efficiency, says a new […]
Continue readingCalcium and bone health – Expert reaction
Calcium gives you strong bones, right? Not according to new Kiwi research. Increasing calcium intake through diet or supplements should […]
Continue readingUPDATED: Kermadec Ocean Sanctuary – Expert reaction
The Kermadec Islands and surrounding ocean – one of the Pacific’s most diverse and pristine marine environments – is to […]
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