Experts have been examining the earthquake risks in Canada and how best to prepare for one – drawing on lessons […]
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Japan’s seismology approach flawed
Japan’s approach to earthquake analysis and prediction is flawed and outdated, according to an expert commentary published in the journal […]
Continue readingMore Christchurch buildings marked for demolition
As more buildings in Christchurch are tagged for demolition, NZ Herald reporter Paul Harper looks at what the future holds […]
Continue readingRebuilding Christchurch – earthquake engineers call for rethink
Engineers are calling for a rethink in building design and standards in the wake of the Christchurch earthquakes. Designing to […]
Continue readingCliff-scanning laser at work in Christchurch
Three-dimensional laser scans of the shattered cliff faces of Christchurch’s seaside suburbs are helping scientists work out if any more […]
Continue readingThe Press: Scanner used on cliffs starts work in city
Press Reporter Paul Gorman takes a look at how geo-scanning technology, previously used to detect potential rockfalls and landslides, is […]
Continue readingThe Canterbury earthquake and the science response
Media are invited to attend a press conference at 11am today on the scientific response to the Canterbury earthquake and […]
Continue readingExperts on Japan’s nuclear crisis and analysis of the earthquake
The UK and Japan Science Media Centres wrapped up comment from scientists overnight on the nuclear situation in Japan. Contact […]
Continue readingUPDATE: Experts on Japan’s nuclear reactor crisis
Australian nuclear experts respond to the damage to several Japanese reactors in the wake of Friday’s 8.9 earthquake in Japan. […]
Continue readingJapan’s nuclear crisis – Q&A with experts
Japanese nuclear authorities continue their efforts to avert nuclear meltdown at the Fukushima earthquake-damaged power plant. The following Q&A backgrounder […]
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