Science
Space Question Mark
There are lots of questions we still have about space but this time it seems space may have a question for us. A photo released from the James Webb Telescope of a star system called Herbig-Haro 46/47… Audio
'Most people are pretty average', psychometric expert says
Today's expert is Dave Winborough, he's the founder of organisational psychology consultancy Winborough Limited, and has worked many organisations including the Defence Force, Foodstuffs, energy… Audio
How to 'clean' soil - a new invention in Aotearoa
Kiwi scientists have found a way to destroy forever chemicals in soil. PFAS are known as forever chemicals because they don't break down on their own. Jesse speaks with Dr Kapish Gobindlal, about… Audio
Dr Ratu Mataira: Kiwi physicist joins the nuclear fusion race
Physicist Dr Ratu Mataira is on a mission to harness the power of the sun. The 31 year old leads OpenStar Technologies, a Wellington based start-up building a 'levitated dipole' fusion reactor… Audio
Russia launches first moon-landing mission in almost half a century
The mission is a bid to be the first nation to make a soft landing on the lunar south pole.
Virgin Galactic completes first tourist space flight
A former Olympian, a University of Aberdeen student and her mother have travelled to the edge of space on Virgin Galactic's first flight for tourists.
Scientists close in on fifth force of nature
Physicists believe an unknown force could be acting on sub-atomic particles known as muons.
From slash to cash: Finding innovative ways to fertilise and heal the land
Innovators across New Zealand are working on solutions for the huge amount of silt and woody debris that is clogging beaches and riverbanks on the East Coast.
Solutions for 'huge amounts' of slash on beaches sought
Innovators across New Zealand are working on solutions for the huge amount of silt and woody debris that's clogging beaches and riverbanks on the East Coast.
Research into how silt can add nutrients… Audio
Takahē dreamers
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the rediscovery of the takahē. Claire Concannon sits down with former Our Changing World presenter and takahē superfan Alison Ballance to chat about her new… Audio
Our Changing World – Takahē tales
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the rediscovery of takahē. Claire Concannon sits down with takahē superfan and former Our Changing World producer Alison Ballance to discuss her new book… Audio
Giant fossil found on a chicken farm identified after 30 years
A fossil discovered on an Australian chicken farm three decades ago has finally been identified as an entirely new species! Audio
Are 'hairy' sheep the future for sheep farms?
This year was the first auction of HAIRY sheep. They're called 'Nudies' sheep you don't have to shear, dock, or dag And with farmers not fetching a high price for wool at the moment, it might be a… Audio
Science: Pandemic lessons, 'unknome' database, super-conductor
Dr Siouxsie Wiles joins Susie to talk about a new comparison of how various countries handled the Covid pandemic and the latest research into gene variations which can make some people less likely to… Audio
Antarctica's ecosystem changes at an unanticipated pace
Antarctic researchers are warning the increase in global temperatures are having a dire affect on one of the world's most fragile ecosystems.
A UK-based study has found rising temperatures are… Audio
How gluten might cause brain inflammation in mice
Gluten may cause brain inflammation in mice, a new study indicates, posing questions about the implications for humans. Audio
Allergies on the rise as 'Microsoft 95' immune systems fail to upgrade
All over the world, allergies to everything from nuts to pollen are on the rise. Medical anthropologist and associate professor of science and technology studies Theresa MacPhail is on a mission to… Audio
Relationships with Hannah Korrel
Today Hannah talks to Jesse about how women's sport is helping to break down gender stereo types by being so visible lately. Hannah explains 'you can't be what you can't see.' Audio
UC engineering students 'rocketing' to success
It's been a rocketing success, not only for Canterbury University, but for Aotearoa. A group of UC engineering students have taken out the top spot in an international rocket competition in New… Audio
How gluten can cause brain inflammation in mice
Gluten gives us that beautiful fluffy bread that we love, but it may also be giving us something much less wanted. Scientists at Otago University have discovered that gluten can cause brain… Audio
