A regulatory body in the UK has approved the first research application to use new ‘gene editing’ techniques on human […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Updated: Zika virus outbreak – Expert reaction
Concern over the current outbreak of the mosquito-spread Zika virus in the Americas is growing. The virus is likely to […]
Continue readingHottest year on record – Expert reaction
Earth’s 2015 surface temperatures were the warmest on record, according to independent analyses by NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
Continue reading‘Scientific’ whaling needs better scrutiny – Expert reaction
Scientists are frustrated with the International Whaling Commission over the lack of science in Japan’s scientific whaling programme, and are […]
Continue readingQuestion marks over ultrasound and health – Experts respond
Ultra-high frequency noise is imperceptible to the human ear but could be harming us, according to one researcher concerned with […]
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Glyphosate weedkiller: what’s the risk? – Expert reaction
The use of glyphosate weedkiller on Auckland parks and footpaths is in the spotlight amidst claims local councils’ spraying programmes are […]
Continue readingMan dies after taking clinical trial drug- Expert reaction
A man died today after several days in a brain-dead state, after having an adverse reaction to a drug taken […]
Continue readingEbola outbreak declared over – Expert reaction
[UPDATE: Health officials in Sierra Leone have confirmed another death from Ebola, just hours after the World Health Organisation declared […]
Continue readingProposed changes to NZ marine protection – Expert reaction
New types of marine reserves and community decision-making feature in legislation overhauling the protection of New Zealand’s marine life. The Government […]
Continue readingMoa bones reveal munching habits – Expert reaction
New Zealand’s nine extinct moa species were surprisingly diverse in their diets, reveals sophisticated 3D modelling research from New Zealand […]
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