Science
Rock-star physicist Brian Cox: Solar Systems
Professor of particle physics at the University of Manchester, Brian Cox has a new Sky TV series Solar System investigates the skies above us. Audio
Nitrogen Friend or Foe
Scientists look at the details underpinning nitrogen and its use in agriculture, horticulture and its impacts on the environment. Audio
Acceptance of facial recognition technology depends on who's doing it - and where
Analysis: Facial recognition technology is becoming more widely used, but this has not been matched by wider acceptance from the public.
Emperor penguin washes up on Western Australian beach after record swim
An emperor penguin has made a record-breaking swim, leaving his home in Antarctica and turning up malnourished on a Western Australia beach. Massey University Avian and Wildlife Veterinarian Professor… Audio
The Mātai Medical Institute looks to the future
The Mātai Medical Institute has already made waves with its MRI research, but if they have their way, this is just the beginning.
The advances in MRI coming out of Gisborne
The MRI technique advances coming out of the MÄtai Medical Research Institute in Gisborne have been described as ‘pioneering’, ‘groundbreaking’ and ‘world leading’. Claire Concannon speaks… Audio
Battle to kill toxic species begins
A toxic plant that can temporarily cause blindness and quickly invade coastal areas has been found in large numbers established on a remote beach.
Our Changing World – MRI research at the Mātai Medical Research Institute
The MRI technique advances coming out of the Mātai Medical Research Institute in Gisborne have been described as ‘pioneering’, ‘groundbreaking’ and ‘world leading’. Claire Concannon speaks to chief… Audio
The power of the sun in your pocket
Imagine being able to carry your own solar panel around with you, rolled up in your pocket. Audio
Researchers find possums could develop resistance to 1080
Researchers say possums could develop a resistance to a crucial tool in New Zealand's pest management toolbox. Co-author Professor Steve Trewick spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Scientists concerned over delayed report
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about delays to a critical report that could see an overhaul of the infrastructure and funding of science. Association of Scientists co-president Troy… Audio
The chemistry behind big fireworks displays
Waikato-based Martin Van Tiel owns Van Tiel Pyrotechnics - and has been responsible for some of the biggest fireworks displays New Zealand has seen, including the Auckland Millennium celebration and… Audio
What is the SSAG review?
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about delays to a critical report that could see an overhaul of the country's science infrastructure and funding.
The scientists who make TV and movie come to life
Erin Macdonald has a PhD in astrophysics. For the past five years, she has been the official science consultant for the Star Trek universe. Audio
ESR proposes to cut 8% of workforce
Cost cutting necessary to fit within a new 'funding envelope,' the Institute of Environmental Science and Research says.
Ageing space probe deploys radio transmitter it hasn't used since 1981
Voyager 1 is now using a radio transmitter it hasn't relied on since 1981 to stay in contact with its team on Earth.
Stockfeed from tough bugs 'good for planet and people'
In a Rotorua lab scientists are cooking up plans to create stockfeed out of greenhouse gases captured from geothermal power stations.
Capturing greenhouse gases for farm feed
In a Rotorua lab scientists are cooking up plans to create stockfeed out of captured greenhouse gases from geothermal power stations Audio
From Taieri to NASA: Our unique cloud formation
The lenticular cloud formation is named the Taieri Pet because locals took a shining to the special shape. Audio
NIWA turning to AI to forecast flooding faster
Staff currently use another form of physical modelling to predict flooding, but it takes 24 hours to develop forecasts.
