The vandalism of a pine plantation containing genetically modified trees has been widely covered in the media, raising the profile […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
Government injects $7m into hazards research
Nearly 20 research projects will split $7 million of taxpayer funding over the next three years as scientists take on […]
Continue readingESR’s future crime scene technology on Radio NZ
For Morning Report, Radio New Zealand science reporter Will Hine talked with experts from Crown Research Institute ESR about the […]
Continue readingIndonesian quake in the New Zealand Herald
The New Zealand Herald‘s Paul Harper rounds up the scientific response to last night’s quake and tsunami warning in Indonesia. […]
Continue readingPolitical pressure may split SKA between two continents
Political lobbying may claw back some chance for New Zealand to participate in the $US2 billion Square Kilometre Array (SKA), […]
Continue readingUnderwear ripping offers forensic insights
New research from the University of Otago examines how underwear fabric tears under experimental conditions, aiming to provide forensic data […]
Continue readingKiwi exoskeleton hits India
Ajit Jogi, a senior Indian Congress leader who was wheelchair bound for 8 years, is back on his feet thanks […]
Continue readingGovt boosts youth spending to increase resilience of teens
Government proposals to spend $62 million on mental health issues among the nation’s young people includes money budgeted for schools, […]
Continue readingKea at risk from lead poisoning
The kea’s habit of pecking and pulling at curious materials may be exposing the native bird to dangerous amounts of […]
Continue readingPCE launches fracking inquiry
Dr Jan Wright, Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, has confirmed that her office will undertake an inquiry into the issue […]
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