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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Little impact from 90-day hiring law – Expert reaction
Laws introducing a 90-day trial period for newly hired employees have had little impact on the labour market, finds new […]
Continue reading‘Very hot’ drinks probably cause cancer, coffee redeemed – Expert reaction
The World Health Organization’s cancer agency has found no conclusive evidence that coffee causes cancer but that drinking very hot […]
Continue readingUnstable countries a biosecurity threat – Expert reaction
New Zealand could dramatically reduce outbreaks of invasive species if it selectively chose its international trade partners, suggests new research. […]
Continue readingLifestyle factors drive global stroke cost – Expert reaction
Over 90 percent of the death and disability caused by stroke is linked to modifiable risk factors, finds a new […]
Continue readingIncreasing deceased organ donation rates – Expert reaction
The government has released a discussion document outlining plans to boost New Zealand’s comparatively low rate of deceased organ donation. […]
Continue readingNanotechnology in food reports – Expert reaction
Nanomaterials currently used in food additives and packaging do not appear to pose a health risk but we will need […]
Continue readingSmoking on NZ television – Expert reaction
It might be time to consider an ‘R’ rating for TV shows that depict smoking, say the authors of research […]
Continue readingCell phone radiation and cancer in rats – Experts reaction
A new report detailing an increase in tumours in male rats exposed to cell phone radiation has been widely reported […]
Continue readingWHO backs Olympics despite Zika letter – Expert reaction
An open letter signed by almost 200 health researchers calls on the International Olympic Committee and World Health Organization (WHO) […]
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