Science
Otago researchers involved in solving a rare genetic condition
Academics from around the globe have joined forces under the lead of Otago University to get to the bottom of a rare genetic condition. It's called Glutamine Synthetase Stabilization Disorder, and it… Audio
Bird flu: what is it, and why has it been found in US dairy cows?
There are few places in the world the high pathogenicity bird flu has not yet reached, and scientists say the world is in an animal pandemic.
Dr Stephen Best: Restoring sight for all
Ophthalmologist Stephen Best can work modern-day miracles. For the past 25 years, the glaucoma specialist has removed cataracts, prevented blindness, and restored sight to hundreds, if not thousands… Audio
Boris Heifets: Hope as a powerful placebo
Ketamine - an anaesthetic drug primarily developed as a horse tranquiliser - is also known to be a powerful psychedelic. Audio
The headlines we didn’t read
RNZ producer, Mary Argue, has been reading all the headlines - so you don't have to. She'll discuss everything from the expansion of the universe, the usefulness of beta-blockers, and the debate about… Audio
Research showcased at food, farming and freshwater roadshow
Farmers and growers around the country have been getting together to hear about research which might help New Zealand agriculture adapt to future challenges. Audio
Taking on water - marine protection in Aotearoa
New Zealand once led the world in marine protection. Now it looks like we will fail to meet our international promise to protect 30 percent of our ocean estate by 2030. Why is stopping fishing so… Audio
Shower Thoughts: What's the difference between hand soap and dish soap?
It's all sudsy stuff, it all cleans - so why does dish soap feel so different on our hands than hand soap? Audio
NZ to get its own total solar eclipse
An astronomer was so excited by the prospect of witnessing a total solar eclipse on his doorstep, he bought his house 10 years ago with it in mind. Audio
Excitement builds for 2028 total eclipse in NZ
With solar eclipse fever sweeping North America, and astronomers are already looking forward to a total eclipse that due to take place right here in Aotearoa in 2028.
New Zealand will experience its… Audio
Up to 90 jobs to go at NIWA amid public sector cuts
Another raft of job cuts in the science sector has been confirmed as part of moves by the Government to prune back public sector spending.
The PSA has confirmed up to 90 jobs are to go at NIWA - the… Audio
Millions witness total solar eclipse in North America
Millions of people across Mexico, the US and Canada have just witnessed a total solar eclipse.
The AP's Philip Crowther has been watching from the Indianapolis speedway.
Crowther spoke to Corin… Audio
Total solar eclipse passes over North America
Millions of people across Mexico, the US and Canada will be staring eagerly at the sky right about now, watching for the last total solar eclipse that will pass coast-to-coast across the continent for… Audio
Outer space rendezvous with an asteroid heading towards earth
In the year 2182, an asteroid travelling between Mars and Jupiter right now, may end up on a collision course with planet earth. So NASA decided to pay it a visit. Dr Dante Lauretta is a planetary… Audio
Expert Feature: Laundry Science
Today's expert is a very practical one, it's all about the science of doing laundry. If you'd like to know more about the different ways to approach this everyday task, we've got Emeritus Professor… Audio
'Shaky' times for scientific research as Our Land and Water challenge set to end
The gains made in agricultural science over the past decade could slow as the government funding tap runs dry, the programme's director says.
Solar eclipse offers a window into the universe's secrets
Eclipse fever is building in North America, but for some those minutes of darkness will be an opportunity for often impossible science experiments - a chance to unravel the secrets of our universe.
New research helps shorten 'diagnostic odyssey' for rare disorders
A new project has been completed which will make the sometimes decades-long process of diagnosis an easier one. Audio
How to avoid daylight savings wreaking havoc on your sleep cycle
Sleep cycle expert Guy Warman shares a few tips to make those earlier mornings next week a bit more bearable. Audio
Christchurch scientists developing solar powered aircraft with NASA
Scientists from a Christchurch-based flight company have been awarded funding to develop their high-altitude, solar-powered aircraft with NASA.
Technology and Space minister Judith Collins has… Audio
