A global study of honey found 75 per cent of samples had traces of neonicotinoid pesticides, which have been implicated […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
How can we reduce antibiotic use in animals? – Expert Reaction
With the global threat of anti-microbial resistant looming, a team of international agricultural experts are arguing for reduced antibiotic use […]
Continue readingFormer rugby players suffer arthritis, joint replacements – Expert reaction
Former elite rugby players are at greater risk of osteoarthritis, joint replacement and osteoporosis compared to the rest of the […]
Continue readingVolcanic activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire – Expert Reaction
A mass evacuation has been ordered from Vanuatu’s Ambae Island following a volcanic eruption. GNS Science volcanologist Brad Scott is […]
Continue readingHPV screening for cervical cancer – Expert Reaction
An Australian study has found that human papillomavirus (HPV) testing detects a higher number of precancerous cervical lesions than traditional […]
Continue readingCassini’s grand finale nears – Expert Reaction
After a 20 year mission, NASA’s spacecraft Cassini will meet its demise this week by plunging into Saturn’s atmosphere and […]
Continue readingAlcohol industry misleads public on cancer link – Expert Reaction
A UK study has found that alcohol industry groups misrepresent the alcohol-related risk of cancer in public information. By surveying […]
Continue readingHurricane Irma – Expert Reaction
With three hurricanes currently tracking through the Atlantic, experts are watching Hurricane Irma, which is being called one of the […]
Continue readingHigh carb diet linked to poorer health – Expert Reaction
People with high carb diets are more likely to have poor health than people with high fat diets, according to […]
Continue readingHurricane Harvey – Expert Reaction
Hurricane Harvey made landfall in the USA on August 26 as a category 4 storm, and has caused extensive flooding […]
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