Our Changing World

Understanding the structure of spinal discs and their relationship with the spine is shedding light on how discs herniate Read more Audio

A preview of the exhibition at Te Papa, which explores 100 million years of evolution of the tyrannosaur family. Read more Audio

Biochemists study protein crystals to unravel the intricate 3D structures of proteins and understand their role in communication within cells Read more Audio

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The Kapiti Coast District Council cut its greenhouse gas emissions by half within three years, with final goal of a 80 per cent reduction. Read more Audio

A new science-based natural history book looks at the evolution, behaviour and ecology of an eclectic selection of New Zealand plants and animals, from stick insects to kahikatea
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How a Marsden-funded project turned experimental research into a revolutionary wound-healing treatment. Read more Audio

Squid experts had a rare opportunity to examine an intact specimen of the enigmatic colossal squid, collected from Antarctic waters Read more Audio

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The eruption detection system on Mount Ruapehu is designed to quickly warn people on the Whakapapa ski field to move to high ground out of the path of dangerous lahars Read more Audio

Martin Siegert, a gloaciologist at Imperial College London, discusses the exploration of Antarctica's hidden lakes and rivers below the ice cap. Read more Audio