Science

Drs Rochelle Constantine and Regina Eisert have both recently returned from expeditions to the new Ross Sea region Marine Protected Area. Dr Constantine, an associate professor in biological sciences… Audio

High temperature superconductor research in New Zealand includes new nano-scale superconductor sandwiches. Audio

The effects climate change may bring is still being figured out. For Kauri trees, researchers from the University of Auckland are studying how the native trees might survive drought in the future.  Video, Audio

The New Zealand Association of Scientists is calling for more transparency around scientific advice.  Audio

Minister for Agriculture and Biosecurity Damien O'Connor speaks with Kathryn Ryan about the cattle cull on 28 affected farms, will take place by end of May. The Minister has acknowledged the failures… Audio

What has the biggest eyes in the world, blue blood and three hearts? Sam Cousins knows and it's a bit of natural science that connects us to the oceans surrounding us. Audio

The earth's Moon has fascinated us for as long as humans have been around. It's been the subject of myths, worshipped as a goddess, and of interest to astronomers and scientists throughout the ages. Audio

Dr Helen Taylor is a bird researcher, who looks into what happens when vulnerable populations get very small. How does she do that? Well, she studies their sperm.  Audio, Gallery

Rescue remedy, arnica cream, sleep aids - homeopathy products like these are often sold at our local pharmacies. But as of March 12 this year, a new code of ethics came into effect for pharmacists. Audio

British fetal medicine specialist Anna David from University College London talks about her work using gene therapy in pregnancy to treat unborn babies who fail to grow adequately. She's also involved… Audio

A baby’s first year is its toughest, but for premature babies even more so, with an increased risk of dying, or, for those who survive, subsequent health problems. US researchers hope new technology… Audio

If you have curly hair you know it can be unruly, it can't be tamed. New Zealand scientists have discovered what causes curly hair, and it's sheep that provided the key. Audio

Automation and artifical intelligence may not cause the mass unemployment that is often predicted, according to new research shared with RNZ Insight. The study by the AI Forum says many workers will… Video, Audio