New types of marine reserves and community decision-making feature in legislation overhauling the protection of New Zealand’s marine life. The Government […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Moa bones reveal munching habits – Expert reaction
New Zealand’s nine extinct moa species were surprisingly diverse in their diets, reveals sophisticated 3D modelling research from New Zealand […]
Continue readingNIWA Annual Climate Summary – Expert reaction
2015 was a dry, sunny year for New Zealand, but no hotter than average overall, according to NIWA’s annual climate […]
Continue readingDefining the human era – Expert reaction
The world has entered into a new geological era — the Anthropocene — marked by human impact on the environment, […]
Continue readingDrinker survey and minimum alcohol price – Expert reaction
A minimum price on alcohol is unlikely to drive drinkers to criminal or dangerous behaviour, say the authors of a […]
Continue readingClimate deal agreed in Paris – Expert reaction
UPDATED: After two weeks of negotiating, the representatives of more than 190 nations have settled on a agreed plan to […]
Continue reading1.5°C limit still on the table at climate negotiations – Expert reaction
A new draft has been presented to delegates at the at the UN climate conference in Paris, offering a much […]
Continue readingHave we reached peak emissions? Expert reaction
As the COP21 climate negotiations gather pace in Paris, new research suggests global carbon emissions are projected to fall in […]
Continue readingTransparency needed in cancer drug markets – Expert reaction
Experts are calling for greater transparency and fairness in cancer drug pricing, in light of findings revealing discrepancies between Europe, […]
Continue readingBerries and Hepatitis A – Expert reaction
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) Director General has issued a statement warning of a potential Hepatitis A risk associated with […]
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