What are the ‘sentinel species’ that are first affected by a warming climate? Science Reporter Jamie Morton investigates in today’s […]
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A wrap-up of the science stories grabbing headlines here and internationally.
New Zealand’s oil spill record scrutinised – In the News
More than our tons of oil have been spilt in New Zealand waters since the Rena oil spill in 2011, […]
Continue readingDNA reveals Polynesian dog’s travels
The genetic heritage of New Zealand’s first dog, the now extinct kuri, is being unravelled by University of Otago scientists […]
Continue readingNeo-nic pesticides need more examination – Morning Report
Radio New Zealand’s Morning Report examines the issue of neonicotinoid pesticides and their impact on New Zealand’s beehives. Lois Williams […]
Continue readingNational science strategy – In the News
The National Statement of Science Investment, launched yesterday, has been widely covered by New Zealand media. The document lays out […]
Continue readingMicrobes influence wine flavours – NZ research
Why do wines taste different? A new New Zealand study shows that a wine’s terroir – the unique combination of […]
Continue readingAgResearch restructure – In the News
AgResearch has been the focus of intense media reporting this week in anticipation of an announcement that the Crown Research […]
Continue readingEl Niño and La Niña to bring coastal flooding, erosion
A warmer world can expect more severe El Niño and La Niña events, bringing stronger storms, coastal flooding and erosion […]
Continue readingTesting reveals asbestos in crayons
Some crayons sold in New Zealand have been found to contain traces of asbestos following random testing by the Ministry […]
Continue readingTsunami warning in wake of Chile quake
A magnitude-8.3 earthquake striking off the coast of Chile has lead to tsunami warnings around the Pacific, including New Zealand. […]
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