A river quality report and interactive from Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) has measured the health of our rivers through data on 10-year trends […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Gene editing in primary industries – Expert Reaction
A new discussion paper evaluates the potential uses of gene editing for New Zealand’s primary industries. New Zealand has historically […]
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Sulawesi quake and tsunami – Expert Reaction
On Friday Evening, a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck near the city of Palu on the island of Sulawesi. After the […]
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Cryptocurrencies here to stay – Expert Reaction
New Zealand should get on board with blockchain, including cryptocurrency, according to a report funded by the Law Foundation. University […]
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Glyphosate and bees – Expert Reaction
New research from the US has found the active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup could be contributing to the […]
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Mozzies knocked out with gene drive – Expert Reaction
UK researchers say they’ve successfully used a CRISPR-based gene drive to cause the collapse of a population of caged malaria-carrying […]
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Needles found in Australian strawberries – Expert Reaction
Two of New Zealand’s major supermarket chains have halted the distribution of strawberries from Australia after sewing needles were found in Queensland-grown […]
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BPA replacements show hormone-mimicking issues in mice – Expert Reaction
Bisphenol A (BPA) replacements in plastics cause similar reproductive problems in lab mice that actual BPA does, according to a […]
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Health benefits of taking probiotics after antibiotics – Expert Reaction
Just taking probiotics won’t necessarily mean they actually take up residence in your gut. Through a series of experiments looking […]
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How does methane contribute to global warming – Expert Reaction
New research released by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton highlights the impact methane from New Zealand’s livestock […]
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