Science
Saturn's rings much younger than previously thought - but they won't last forever
New research indicates that Saturn's rings are "relatively new", forming just 400 million years ago. Audio
The complexities of soil
This week we're digging up the dirt on the surprising complexity of soil. From top-notch compost to dung beetles to kauri dieback, join us on a fascinating tour of the world beneath our feet with… Audio
The complexities of soil
This week we're digging up the dirt on the surprising complexity of soil. From top-notch compost to dung beetles to kauri dieback, join us on a fascinating tour of the world beneath our feet with…
AudioOur Changing World – Bioprotection Aotearoa
Professor Amanda Black from Bioprotection Aotearoa researches the complex world beneath our feet: soil! Tune in to hear about her research into kauri dieback disease and soil resilience. Audio
'Methane munching' microbes developing at Canterbury University
Scientists at the University of Canterbury are testing theories about how to remove methane produced by cows from the atmosphere. They're working on biofilters, which are micro-organisms that can… Audio
Saturn's rings are much younger than we thought
Scientists have been debating whether Saturn's rings are relatively young, or ancient. A new study suggests their time is short and their existence fleeting. Dr Nick Rattenbury, Department of Physics… Audio
Aotearoa in Space science showcase
If you've ever wondered what it's like inside a black hole, an interactive science roadshow could be the closest you ever get. Otago Museum's showcase, Tuhura Tuarangi - which means 'to discover… Audio
Maths finding order amongst the chaos
Nights mathematician and Associate Professor at the School of Mathematics and Statistics at Te Heranga Waka/Victoria University of Wellington Dillon Mayhew on Ramsey Theory. Audio
World-first fire tornadoes generated in Twizel
In a world-first, a team of local and international scientists have generated fire whirls in the unlikely Canterbury town of Twizel.
Fire whirls, also known as fire tornadoes, occur during extreme… Audio
Former Otago Uni student makes history as first female Arab to go to space
The University of Otago says it is extremely proud of former student Rayyanah Barnawi, who is officially the first Arab woman to go to space.
Jarkko Okkonen: ‘Frost Quakes’ explained
A town in northern Finland was hit this year by 26 frost quakes in 7 hours. So what are frost quakes? Jarkko Okkonen joins us from the Geological Society of Finland. Audio
Did the Budget do enough for climate and science? Here's what the sectors say
Prominent environmental groups are less than impressed with the budget investments in climate, but an expert says the government has taken a multifaceted approach.
Freshwater friends at Zealandia
Claire Concannon meets the latest addition to the Zealandia ecosanctuary family - toitoi, or common bully. Zealandia CEO Dr Danielle Shanahan explains why these little fish will be an important part… Audio
Freshwater friends at Zealandia
Claire Concannon meets the latest addition to the Zealandia ecosanctuary family - toitoi, or common bully. Zealandia CEO Dr Danielle Shanahan explains why these little fish will be an important part…
AudioFinding out where butterflies originally came from
After 20 years of hot debate in the field scientists have finally settled on the origins of butterflies. To explain is entomologist and Associate Professor at the Australian National University… Audio
Signing up to be frozen after death
A US firm is promoting a unique cryogenics programme where clients are preserved in a specific way shortly after death with the promise, if they can, will be woken again with a cure for their… Audio
Science: Death cap mushroom antidote
Science correspondent Dr Siouxsie Wiles joins Kathryn to talk about a new study from Australian researchers into the death cap mushroom - responsible for 90 per cent of mushroom poisoning deaths… Audio
Science eavesdropping on the sounds of the natural world
The remarkable world of nature's hidden sounds and the way species communicate are being revealed by scientists using digital bioacoustics. Canadian scientist, Professor Karen Bakker, is an author and… Audio
New Zealand developed cancer treatment: one step closer to market
A breakthrough cancer treatment developed in here New Zealand which uses a patient's own immune system to find and destroys the disease is a step closer to market. Kathryn talks to Dr Rob Weinkove the… Audio
Mayor fuming after council's bid for exemption from chlorinating drinking water fails
The national water regulator has turned down an application for Christchurch's water to be exempt from chlorine.
