Science
Our Changing World: Smart traps
On Our Changing World, Claire Concannon heads to the Wye Valley just outside Queenstown.
The Southern Lakes Sanctuary project is setting up a new smart trap network there, the fourth they’ve built… Audio
Southland company preparing for moon mission
In a few weeks' time, Southland company "Space Ops NZ" will play a crucial role in landing a new spacecraft on the moon. The company will use its 30-meter antenna to guide a spacecraft to the moon, in… Audio
Lessons from La Palma helping to predict volcanic eruptions
Learning how to predict where Auckland's next volcano might pop up Audio
The science of antivenom
Despite being home to a whole cast of creepy crawlies, barely anyone has died from a spider bite in Australia in decades. We have antivenom to thank. Audio
Puzzling fossils unearthed in China may rewrite the human story
A cache of human-like fossils from China has perplexed scientists for decades, defying explanation or categorization.
Trust in Science is ... OK actually?
Despite fears of a general drop in people trusting the process of science, a global survey has found that people value science and trust scientists. New Zealanders in particular. Jesse talks to John… Audio
John Innes on the Kokako’s resurgence
John Innes has devoted the last 44 years to protecting native birds and retires this week and retires knowing he has contributed to surging Kōkako numbers. Audio
Man sets world record living 120 days underwater
A German aerospace engineer has celebrated setting a world record for the longest time living underwater without depressurization - 120 days in a submerged capsule.
Who takes career breaks and why? You might be surprised
Patrick Mazzocco says that, in the modern world, career breaks can be integral to helping us achieve personal growth. Audio
Meatball Magic
Meatball is more than just a cat - he's an icon in the RNZ Auckland office. Corey and Ellie get to the bottom of it. Audio
So you think you know Sumeria? Kids and their clothes
Assyirologist David Hilder joins Ellie once again to break down what life might have been like for kids in ancient Mesopotamia. Audio
Pivotal role of Chief Science Advisor to be filled 'shortly' - Reti
A sector boss says she fears the ongoing vacancy shows the government does not prioritise science. Audio
Talking tinnitus with senior clinical audiologist Duncan Hann
Duncan Hann used to actually suffer from tinnitus - a persistent ringing in the ears - while playing in bands, which eventually led to a master's thesis in tinnitus. Audio
Is there any truth to the 'five-second rule'?
What doctors say about eating food after you've dropped it.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 24 January 2025
On today's episode, the group advising the government on overhauling the science sector is pleased most of its recommendations are being implemented, the government is setting up a new foreign… Audio
Scientists' association worries Crown Research Institutes reform will lead to more job cuts
The New Zealand Association of Scientists co-president says she does not want to see major job losses through the government's science reforms. Audio
Advisory group backs Crown Research Institutes merger, union raises concerns
While the committee is pleased with the changes, a union is calling for a guarantee no science roles will be lost.
Science Innovation and Technology Minister Judith Collins on changes to science sector
The group advising the government on overhauling the science sector is pleased most of its recommendations are being implemented. Key changes announced by Judith Collins include merging Crown Research… Audio
NZ Assoc of scientists on govt's changes to sector
The Science, Innovation and Technology Minister is calling the proposed changes to New Zealand's science system "the largest reset in 30 years". New Zealand Association of Scientists Dr Lucy Stewart… Audio
CRIs to be merged: Science sector revamp draws mixed reaction
The merging of the seven Crown Research Institutes has drawn criticism - but others are focused on how it will work.
