Science
Exercise shortcuts: micro-workouts hit the spot
Dr Mandy Hagstrom is a senior lecturer in health sciences based at the University of NSW. She joins Jim to discuss micro-exercising. Audio
Why are people in their 30s and 40s experiencing increased memory problems?
According to a recent article in The Boston Globe, people in their 30s and 40s are reporting an unprecedented wave of memory problems. Audio
Proposal to slash size of Royal Society's governing body
The proposal is a "really serious step away" from efforts to diversify the society, a leading scientist says.
Jupiter moon mission: Taranaki man realises childhood dream
A Taranaki man fascinated with space is working on a team that has sent a space probe to one of Jupiter's moons, to learn whether conditions for life exist there.
Lead bullets - a health risk to humans and kea
New research shows lead-based bullets used to shoot wild game contaminate the meat, posing a health risk to humans and wildlife.
New study into rock climbers' unique psychology
A study into the psychology of rock climbers has found they tend to be more conscientious, internally motivated and not driven by ego. Audio
Our Changing World – Lead bullets and their risk to human health
Humanity has had a long and vexed relationship with the element lead. The problem is the stuff is terribly useful – and terribly toxic. Think Roman water pipes, lead paint, lead petrol. Now, new… Audio
Why farmers are turning to bio-char
A Southland couple is looking to the past to help curb farm emissions and boost yields. Audio
The future of New Zealanders' genetic data held by 23andMe
One of the world's most popular genetic sequencing companies, 23andMe, is on the brink of bankruptcy. It holds the genetic data of more than 15 million customers - including New Zealanders. Audio
Everything you ever wanted to know about snot
Dr David King, senior lecturer in general practice at the University of Queensland, joins Emile Donovan to demystify the nose, why it runs, and what the colour of your mucus can actually tell you. Audio
Why hasn't the government hired a chief science advisor?
The Coalition government is implementing policies that do not have any basis in evidence, one of its former science advisors has claimed. Audio
Expert Feature: Mangroves
To some they are an eye sore and should be removed, but mangroves play a vital role in our eco system We're invited Dr Carolyn Lundquist, a Principal Scientist in Marine Ecology at NIWA and an… Audio
NZ Space Agency hopes agreement will result in more joint missions
The New Zealand and UK space agencies have come up with principles to make it easier for companies to do work in space.
World-leading Dunedin Study tracking people through life gets renewed funding
Two long-running Otago University birth cohort studies have had their own longevity assured with a government grant.
Marc Wilson: Changing bad habits and personality traits
Victoria University Psychology Professor Dr Marc Wilson joins us once again for a chat around habits and personality traits and whether we can ever really change. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 17 October 2024
In today's episode, Tory Whanau met with the Local Government Minister Simeon Brown in the Beehive this morning after the government raised concerns this week about council dysfunction, an ACC… Audio
Bird nest design in a changing climate
Claire Concannon learns about variations in bird nest design, and why some species may be better able to cope with rapid change.
How to spot rare comet in NZ over the next few nights
The comet hasn't been seen for in our skies for 80,000 years, but your best bet to catch a glipse is over the next few nights. Audio
Our Changing World: Bird nest design
Ever spied a bird nest out on a walk? Some are quite complex constructions, delicately woven and expertly lined to keep their eggs safe. This week, Claire Concannon learns about bird nest design and… Audio
What is a tropical cyclone and what do all the categories mean?
Explainer - The South Pacific tropical cyclone season is due to start in November and will run until the last day of April.
