Science
The grim impact of covid lockdowns on time perception
New research has found covid lockdowns made it more difficult for us to remember when significant events happened.
The peer-reviewed analysis from researchers at the University of Aberdeen found the… Audio
Battling weeds with biocontrol
In Aotearoa we talk a lot about mammalian predators attacking our native wildlife, but other insidious pests are quietly taking over – weedy plants. Tackling these weeds using chemical and mechanical… Audio
Battling weeds with biocontrol
In Aotearoa we talk a lot about mammalian predators attacking our native wildlife, but other insidious pests are quietly taking over – weedy plants. Tackling these weeds using chemical and mechanical…
AudioOur Changing World – The anti-weed agents
Claire Concannon learns about the recruitment of, and research into, biocontrol agents to help in the battle against weeds. Audio
How much screen time should pre-schoolers be exposed to?
Many of us parents are guilty of putting on an episode of the Wiggles, maybe Bluey to entertain the kids...but how much screen time is too much in early childhood? Audio
Science: Wavy wounds heal faster, loathing legalese, foamy beer
Science correspondent Allan Blackman joins Kathryn to talk about a discovery by researchers in Singapore that wavy wounds heal faster than straight wounds. What implications might that have for… Audio
Kiwi research makes predicting river course changes, thanks to quakes, possible
When the Waiau Toa started flowing again after the Kaikōura earthquake, it had a new course.
Sheep chambers travel to UK to measure methane
New Zealand-designed chambers to measure the amount of methane produced by sheep are now being rolled out in other countries.
Inner monologue myth busting
Psychology professor Russell Hurlburt has been studying people's inner monologues for more than four decades. And through talking to hundreds of people, he's certain most of us don't think in words at… Audio
New superbug-killing antibiotic discovered using AI
The AI helped narrow down thousands of potential chemicals to a handful that could be tested in the laboratory.
Yet another invasive species found in NZ - this one can produce 400 offspring a day
An invasive clam able to produce 70,000 offspring a year has been discovered in the Waikato River, the first time it has been found in New Zealand.
New maps showing where extreme coastal flooding could occur released
New maps showing areas where extreme coastal flooding could occur aim to fill gaps for places that do not have this data available.
Saturn's rings much younger than previously thought - but they won't last forever
New research indicates that Saturn's rings are "relatively new", forming just 400 million years ago. Audio
The complexities of soil
This week we're digging up the dirt on the surprising complexity of soil. From top-notch compost to dung beetles to kauri dieback, join us on a fascinating tour of the world beneath our feet with… Audio
The complexities of soil
This week we're digging up the dirt on the surprising complexity of soil. From top-notch compost to dung beetles to kauri dieback, join us on a fascinating tour of the world beneath our feet with…
AudioOur Changing World – Bioprotection Aotearoa
Professor Amanda Black from Bioprotection Aotearoa researches the complex world beneath our feet: soil! Tune in to hear about her research into kauri dieback disease and soil resilience. Audio
'Methane munching' microbes developing at Canterbury University
Scientists at the University of Canterbury are testing theories about how to remove methane produced by cows from the atmosphere. They're working on biofilters, which are micro-organisms that can… Audio
Saturn's rings are much younger than we thought
Scientists have been debating whether Saturn's rings are relatively young, or ancient. A new study suggests their time is short and their existence fleeting. Dr Nick Rattenbury, Department of Physics… Audio
Aotearoa in Space science showcase
If you've ever wondered what it's like inside a black hole, an interactive science roadshow could be the closest you ever get. Otago Museum's showcase, Tuhura Tuarangi - which means 'to discover… Audio
Maths finding order amongst the chaos
Nights mathematician and Associate Professor at the School of Mathematics and Statistics at Te Heranga Waka/Victoria University of Wellington Dillon Mayhew on Ramsey Theory. Audio