Scientists are frustrated with the International Whaling Commission over the lack of science in Japan’s scientific whaling programme, and are […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Question 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 […]
Continue readingNIWA Annual Climate Summary – Expert reaction
2015 was a dry, sunny year for New Zealand, but no hotter than average overall, according to NIWA’s annual climate […]
Continue readingDefining the human era – Expert reaction
The world has entered into a new geological era — the Anthropocene — marked by human impact on the environment, […]
Continue readingDrinker survey and minimum alcohol price – Expert reaction
A minimum price on alcohol is unlikely to drive drinkers to criminal or dangerous behaviour, say the authors of a […]
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