Science
Feature Interview: Why going supernuclear pays off
Most of us agree that it takes a village to raise a child, but that village should keep going way past childhood says Gillian Morris. The style of living that goes beyond the nuclear family, is called… Audio
It seems like Covid-19 is back - so what can you do to protect yourself?
Wastewater analysis from PHF Science shows the number of cases are currently at the highest rate for more than six months and figures from Health NZ show there have been 50 hospitalisations and 19… Audio
What have we learnt from the Covid-19 Inquiry?
To find out what is says, and what we can learn from NZ's response, Professor Marc Wilson from Victoria University's school of Psychology chats to Jesse. Audio
A flu vaccine that never needs updates? Human trials begin
A scientist leading the work on Centivax's universal flu vaccine says it is entering its its human trial phase in Australia.
Restoration and reconnection in the Kaimai Mamuku ranges
Can iwi-led conservation projects born from a Covid-19 government fund survive into the future?
Feature: Is it time to seriously consider nuclear energy?
Nuclear energy is having a moment. There are influencers on social media and platforms like YouTube explaining why they think nuclear energy is better than burning fossil fuels. Nuclear-free New… Audio
The therapy that has the potential to transform cancer treatment
Medical researchers say New Zealanders are missing out on a transformative cancer treatment that's been proven to make a difference. It's called CAR T-cell therapy. As it stands, Kiwis have to travel… Audio
Useful Science with Bonnie Harrison
Bonnie Harrison is here guiding us through the latest weird and useful headlines from the world of science including the negative impacts of daylight saving, who is most likely to be bitten by a… Audio
Jordan Metzl: The quest for eternal youth
Sports medicine physician Dr Jordan Metzl joins Jim to discuss the pitfalls of the modern longevity medicine movement. Audio
Can psychopaths change?
Advances in research are showing that a deeper understanding of psychopathy may help to create more effective interventions.
Can you actually have a 'slow' or 'fast' metabolism?
Have you ever heard someone claim they have a "fast metabolism"? This typically means they can eat whatever they want without gaining weight. Meanwhile, others blame their inability to lose weight on…
'Faults absolutely everywhere': New studies reveal North Island's hidden quake risk
Studies are investigating potential faults beneath Auckland, newly identified faultlines in Wairarapa and signs of past shaking near Hamilton. Audio
NASA's attempt to kick asteroid off-course was a success
The experiment pushed the Dimorphos into a smaller, faster route around its sibling Didymos - and pushed the pair into a slightly different orbit around the Sun.
How do you know if your beach is okay to swim at?
How does the public know what's safe and what's not, especially when the official advice comes with caveats?
When volcanoes and comedy collide
In 2023 Ben Miller became the first stand-up comedian to be an artist in residence at the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Audio
Is diet linked to teenage behaviour?
Parents all over the country will no doubt have experienced irritable teenagers and the problems that arise from the mood swings and instant rage. But could diet be one of the factors causing the… Audio
The 5am myth: Waking early won't make you successful
The message is simple: wake earlier, perform better. But science tells a more complicated story.
An underwater 'jewel of the north' is under threat
A native urchin species is grazing the Poor Knights Islands down to bare rock. But what can be done?
Previously unknown faultlines discovered in Auckland
Scientists will soon start to dig trenches across some of the lines to see if they are active and could cause earthquakes.
Meet the 'Old Mother Goose' from NZ's subtropical prehistoric past
Important new light has been shed on the origins of New Zealand's recently extinct giant, flightless geese of the genus Cnemiornis.
