Science
Research ship giving NZ scientists insight into ocean floor
A state-of-the-art German research ship is giving local scientists new insight into the ocean floor, scouting underwater volcanos and coral reefs around the motu. Environment reporter Kate Green… Audio
An inside look a state-of-the-art research ship
RV Sonne is giving scientists new insight into the ocean floor, scouting underwater volcanos and coral reefs around the motū.
Recruiting the birds to bring back the bush
Bird-feeding 'seed islands' are being trialled to speed up native forest regeneration.
Rocket Lab launches satellite from Mahia peninsula
The satellite was launched for US company BlackSky.
New Zealand Drug Foundation creates guidelines for medical cannabis use in the workforce
The New Zealand Drug Foundation has created a guideline for medicinal cannabis use in the workforce. New Zealand Drug Foundation executive director Sarah Helm spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio
The 'bulldozer' of a bill set to change gene editing laws
Changes are coming to gene editing laws. Whether they'll help future-proof our economy or ruin New Zealand's international reputation is up for debate.
The 'bulldozer' of a bill set to change gene editing laws
Changes are coming to our gene editing laws. Whether they'll help future-proof our economy or ruin our international reputation is up for debate. Audio
A situation report on climate change
The past 25 months have shown alarming signs that a dramatic period of climate change is imminent. Audio
Batteries - how to make them last longer
From massive power grids to tiny medical implants that keep our hearts beating, batteries are the backbone of modern technology. But how do we ensure they remain reliable? Audio
Callaghan shutdown: 'Trying to build a plane as we're falling off a cliff'
The mood at Callaghan Innovation is grim, scientists say, as they scramble to secure themselves new jobs, or head overseas.
Shower Thoughts: Why do different countries use different shaped electrical sockets?
Master Electricians senior technical tutor Raymond Tancrel joins Emile Donovan to explain. Audio
Super genes: what are they and do we really need them?
Senior Lecturer Dr Sarah Flanagan is trying to understand super genes and if they are necessary to the future of a species. Audio
The need for more effective winter flu jabs
World-renowned computational immuno-engineer Jacob Glanville talks about the risks of bird-flu and his work on flu vaccines. Audio
How often should you wash your towels?
Professor Elizabeth Scott joins Jim to chat about what your towel could be harbouring and how often you might like to wash it. Audio
Tackling cancer: Kjesten Wiig
The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, which has running ground-breaking trails of CAR T-cell therapy, has a new director, Kjesten Wiig. Audio
Sean Simpson: Gene Technology
On Monday, at midnight - submissions will close on the government's Gene Technology Bill. But opponents of the bill are warning against it. Groups like Greenpeace and GE Free NZ say there are serious… Audio
Gut fixing seaweed cuts methane emissions from gassy cattle
Red seaweed grown in Bluff has been shown to significantly reduce methane emissions in beef and dairy cattle with no adverse effects to the animals, their products or the environment. Audio
Largest celestial object of its kind discovered in the distant universe
It's twice the width of the Milky Way and formed when the universe was in its infancy.
Global study looks at impacts of pesticides
An environmental expert says a world first global study on pesticides shows the long-term damage to our ecosystem and our "clean, green" reputation. Melanie Kah is a professor at the School of… Audio
Kiwi science helping Kenyans
A group of local mathematicians have just been awarded 3.4 million dollars to improve food security in Kenya. Audio
