Science
Can gas from food scraps fill an energy void?
Proponents of biogas say it has the potential to help fill the shortfall from declining gas fields in this country. Audio
Science: how ChatGPT is changing our everyday language
Science commentator Dr Jen Martin joins Kathryn to talk about a new study into how ChatGPT is changing our everyday language - have you found yourself using 'delve' more? The largest-ever study into… Audio
Largest piece of Mars on Earth to be auctioned
The biggest piece of Mars on Earth is going up for auction in New York this week. Astronomer and director of Tūhura Otago Museum Dr Ian Griffin spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Scientists keen to send probe to Venus to search for life
Scientists in the UK want to send a tiny space probe to Venus to search for signs of life in its clouds. Imperial College London's Dave Clements spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Why coffee cups stay on top of cars
We've all experienced the miracle of leaving keys, kids' toys or hot cups of coffee on top of cars and driving off without noticing. Professor of physics Richard Easther joins Emile Donovan to explain… Audio
Getting hands on with science creating 'good scientific citizens'
Te Tūkohu Ngāwhā - a science fair based in Rotorua - is hoping to attract more young women into the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Why frequent nightmares may shorten your life by years
Waking up from a nightmare can leave your heart pounding, but the effects may reach far beyond a restless night.
Could a Kiwi company crack nuclear fusion?
The race to produce a new generation of clean energy is on, and one New Zealand company is in the running.
Quake swarm near Mt Ruapehu
The cluster of nearly 100 small earthquakes near Mt Ruapehu have not altered the volcano's alert level.
Scientists make breakthrough in tracking health of endangered dolphins
Scientists working to help track the health of endangered Hector and Maui dolphins have made a breakthrough which they compare to solving a 3 billion piece puzzle. Using that analogy, the puzzle… Audio
The prevalence of multiple sclerosis has risen sharply
A new study has found the prevalence of multiple sclerosis rose by a third between 2006 and 2022. Audio
Antarctic clues on how life survived the ice age
Antarctica's harsh otherworldly climate gives a glimpse into the simple microscopic communities that dominated Earth for much of its history, and insights into how life survived the global ice age.
Late-night earthquake jolt for Central Otago
The quake measured magnitude 4.2, GeoNet says.
Could a toxic fungus cure cancer?
The mould possibly living on old bread in your pantry has been modified to fight cancer, researchers say. Audio
Chasing Pacific Fire - Waka Lab
Dr Ian Schipper has combined state of the art tools with a traditional double-hulled waka to reach remote and under-studied active volcanoes. Audio, Gallery
Using toxic fungus to fight cancer
A toxic fungus that has been linked to deaths in the excavations of ancient tombs could be used to fight leukemia. Audio
Why real 'de-extinction' is unlikely to fly
The announcement that New Zealand's moa nunui (giant moa) is the next "de-extinction" target has caused widespread alarm among scientists.
Virtual tour of Scott's Discovery Hut debuts at Te Papa Museum
Pet and feed a huskie and fly in a balloon over the Antarctic, like Captain Robert Falcon Scott. Audio
Scientist reveals Coldplay have become boring
If you felt like Coldplay's music became less bold over the years, it's not just A Rush of Blood to the Head - you may be right! Durham University's Nick Collins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Are claims of de-extincting the moa more hype than science?
Emile Donovan speaks to Associate Professor Nic Rawlence, Director of the University of Otago's Palaeogenetics Laboratory. Audio
