Science
New science in a grain of sand
Silicon dioxide, the raw material found in sand, is an earth abundant resource. However, beach and riverbed sand, isn't the only source of silicon dioxide and this is where the potential lies. Dr Erin… Audio
Sharing Kiwi biodiversity online
Citizen science is all about the general public helping professionals gather data. Stay-at-home mum Siobhan Leachman contributes to by collating and uploading information about Kiwi flora and fauna to… Audio, Gallery
Are the National Science Challenges transparent enough?
Questions are being asked about why the government won't release a full review of the funding decisions for its National Science Challenges. $420 million in additional funding for the decade long… Audio
Space weather 101: Coronal mass ejections and dead transformers
Professor Craig Rodger is an expert on space weather and the impact that it can have on our lives here on earth. He is Head of Physics at the University of Otago and his research looks into what could… Audio
How light pollution affects native birds
The new LED streetlights being installed in Auckland suburbs are too bright for many people, and University of Auckland PhD candidate Ellery McNaughton wants to figure out how the new lights are… Audio, Gallery
Plea for bold action on climate change
Academics urge the government to draw on war-time efforts to spur faster initiatives that can lessen the impact of climate change.
The link between obesity and smell
New research out of the University of Otago suggests a strong link between a person's weight and their ability to smell, with obese people worse at detecting and discriminating between different… Audio
Has the time come for Genetic Modification?
Should New Zealand be looking again at the use of genetic modification for agriculture? Audio
More than $420m in funding boost for National Science Challenges
All of the National Science Challenges have been given their second tranche of funding with an injection of more than $420 million for research.
The Science of Building new cities and towns
When more homes are needed, what is the best way to create communities and towns from scratch? Auranga development south of Auckland is what is known as a "master-planned" community. It'll have 3000… Audio
Scientists urge new debate on genetic modification in NZ
Sir Peter Gluckman, former chief science advisor for the Prime Minister, is calling for new debate on the future of genetic modification in agriculture. Science and Innovation reporter Charlie Dreaver… Audio
Getting from A to B: research into older drivers
New Zealand has a growing population of older drivers and an important issue is 'when do they give up driving?' Audio
Getting from A to B: research into older drivers
New Zealand has a growing population of older drivers and an important issue is 'when do they give up driving?'
AudioMarsden Medal won by molecular 'discoverer'
Warren Tate has jointly won the 2018 Marsden Medal for a lifetime of molecular discoveries about proteins and the genes that code them. Audio
Marsden Medal won by molecular 'discoverer'
Warren Tate has jointly won the 2018 Marsden Medal for a lifetime of molecular discoveries about proteins and the genes that code them.
AudioAward for hands-on microbiology
Judith Bateup has been awarded the Cranwell Medal for science communication, for running hands-on microbiology classes for school students. Audio
Award for hands-on microbiology
Judith Bateup has been awarded the Cranwell Medal for science communication, for running hands-on microbiology classes for school students.
AudioOur Changing World for 15 November 2018
Older drivers, and the 2018 winners of the Cranwell and Marsden Awards from the NZ Association of Scientists. Audio
Planet found circling neighbouring star
Astronomers have discovered a planet around one of the closest stars to our Sun.
Phones at bedtime and transporting mosquitoes!
Science Commentator Dr Siouxsie Wiles talks about the dangers of artificial blue light, how a family of pesticides have been found to changes bees' social behaviour, and ponders how many mozzies you… Audio
