From helping taonga species such as the kākāpō, to identifying cancer early, to tackling food security - New Zealand scientists are using genomic tools to find solutions to some of our biggest problems.
Series Classification: G (General Audiences) | The series was made by Aotearoa Science Agency and funded by Genomics Aotearoa.
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What if... genomics could help save an endangered species?
28 Aug 2024In 2018 the kākāpō became the first species in the world to have every individual's genome sequenced. How is the information being used today to help conservation? Read more Video
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What if... we can use genetic testing to beat cancer?
Around 25,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year in Aotearoa. Genomics can help us detect cancer sooner and treat it more precisely. Read more Video
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What if... we sequenced every infectious disease in NZ?
During the Covid-19 pandemic, New Zealand researchers led the way in sequencing the virus, and in figuring out puzzling transmission pathways. Read more Video
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What if... we sequenced every waterway in New Zealand?
28 Aug 2024Living things leave tiny traces of DNA as they move around their environment. Now scientists can determine the quality of a waterway by using eDNA to see who lives there. Read more Video
