A project to map the Weddell Sea area of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet from the air has revealed that […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Anti-GM wheat group stirs debate in UK – experts respond
Independent scientists have commented on an open letter from UK researchers whose field trial of genetically modified wheat has been […]
Continue readingWind farms affect local temperature
The turbulence created by power-generating wind turbines may have an impact on local climate, suggests new research. A new study […]
Continue readingBerries may reduce cognitive decline – experts respond
New research has found that eating antioxidant-rich berries could delay age-related cognitive decline by up to two and half years. […]
Continue readingWhen NZ kids suffer violence, does their DNA age at a faster rate?
International researchers have found that children who experience violence appear to be aging at a faster rate. DNA of 236 […]
Continue readingNZ ranks poorly in adolescent mortality and suicide – study
Leading medical journal The Lancet has published a special series of articles focusing on adolescent health, including an international comparison […]
Continue readingNZ scientists explore origins of cosmic rays
Buried more than 2 kilometers deep in the ice under the South Pole, the IceCube neutrino detector seems like an […]
Continue readingLongterm opium use doubles risk of death from illnesses
Longterm opium use – even in relatively low doses – is associated with almost double the risk of death from […]
Continue readingUK Report confirms fracking caused minor quakes
A report from independent experts into seismic risk associated with hydraulic fracturing commissioned by the UK’s Department of Energy and […]
Continue readingToxic plants, endangered animals identified in traditional Chinese medicines
A DNA analysis of several traditional Chinese medicine products has revealed illegal and potentially toxic ingredients. A new study, published […]
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