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Several US-based Environmental Science Databases To Be Taken Down – Expert Reaction
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:04:54 +1200 | Science Media Centre
This comes amid wider concerns about publicly available scientific data in the US being taken down and measures to cut research funding, including at NOAA, by the current government.More >>
Datadog Targets Data Observability With Metaplane Acquisition
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:20:49 +1200 | Datadog
Data observability tools monitor a company's data stack for changes and failures by continuously observing the properties of the underlying data. Existing tools, however, have a limited view—they only see data after it lands in a data lake or ...More >>
Only 18% Of Critical Vulnerabilities Truly Worth Prioritising According To Datadog Report
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:13:48 +1200 | Datadog
The report also found that exploitable vulnerabilities are especially prevalent in Java applications. To better understand the severity of a vulnerability, Datadog developed a prioritisation algorithm that factored in runtime context to its Common ...More >>
Yubico Is Committed To Driving Positive Change Through Its Secure It Forward Program
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:05:11 +1200 | Yubico
Since launching in 2021, Yubico has donated more than 65,000 keys to nonprofits and advocacy groups in over 20 countries, including The Anti-Defamation League, Freedom of the Press, The Legal Aid Society, and Civil Rights Defenders.More >>
Magnite Unveils Next Generation Of SpringServe, Combining Its Streaming Ad Server And SSP
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:01:47 +1200 | Magnite
Developed for the needs of the world’s most advanced streaming clients, the unified platform streamlines buyers’ connection to 99% of US streaming supply, a dollar-weighted figure verified by Jounce Media in their March 2025 Supply Path Benchmarking Report.More >>
Record Growth In Research And Development To Drive A Stronger Economy
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:52:36 +1200 | New Zealand Government
Dr Reti says the strong rise in R&D expenditure demonstrates growing momentum and reflects the Government’s commitment to backing science, innovation and technology as core drivers of economic growth and supports its global trade and investment agenda.More >>
New Study Reveals How Solar Coronal Holes Spray Solar Wind Like A Sun Garden Hose
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:19:25 +1200 | Skoltech
A pioneering study led by solar physicists has revealed how coronal holes propel fast solar wind streams of charged particles that race across our solar system. More >>
On Earth Day, A New Report Reveals Safer Pest Management Options Beyond Chlorpyrifos
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:58:36 +1200 | PAN Asia Pacific
A global assessment by the United Nations has highlighted the urgent need for countries to ban chlorpyrifos and support its listing under Annex A of the Stockholm Convention for global elimination.More >>
How Lab-Grown Meat Could Bring An End To Needless Animal Cruelty
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:12:19 +1200 | Independent Media Institute
Lab-grown meat is a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional meat. It offers the same taste and texture while reducing animal suffering, environmental impact, and health risks.More >>
Will A New Chief Science Advisor Be Appointed Soon?
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:46:05 +1200 | RNZ
The role has been vacant since Dame Juliet Gerrard stepped down in June last year. More >>
Australians Explore Epigenetics as Interest in Personalised DNA Health Testing Grows
Sun, 20 Apr 2025 13:20:37 +1200 | Life X DNA
As public awareness of preventative health strategies expands, services like those offered by Life X DNA are contributing to a broader interest in evidence-based, individualised health tools. More >>
Why EVs Are Actually Driving Up Emissions Globally
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:37:47 +1200 | AsiaPacific Infrastructure
A study of 26 countries using data over 15 years has found a link between EV uptake and increased CO2 emissions, though New Zealand is an outlier for one important reason. More >>
1 In 6 New Zealanders Is Disabled. Why Does So Much Health Research Still Exclude Them?
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:18:20 +1200 | The Conversation
When people with lived experience contribute to the design and delivery of health care and research, it means services are used more and fairer outcomes achieved. More >>
No ‘Silver Bullet’ For Algae-plagued Lake Hood
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 14:40:07 +1200 | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown said the council has been inundated with suggestions for how to fix the lake, but they need to look at what will work and how much it could cost.More >>
Young People Gather At The UN To Drive Science- And Evidence-based Solutions For Sustainable Development
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:04:11 +1200 | UN Department of Global Communications
The ECOSOC Youth Forum has proven to be that safe and candid space to elevate and advance the voices of youth in shaping policies that impact their present and future,” said ECOSOC President H.E. Mr. Bob Rae.More >>
Māori Concerns About Misuse Of Facial Recognition Technology Highlighted In Science
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:13:41 +1200 | Nga Pae o te Maramatanga
Her commentary is timely as the Office of the Privacy Commissioner looks to implement a Code of practice to regulate biometric data processing. Kukutai says our Privacy Act is unique internationally because it requires the Privacy Commissioner to take ...More >>
Puanga To Be Star Of Matariki 2025
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:05:59 +1200 | Ministry For Culture And Heritage
"Matariki and Puanga are stars that sit in the night sky together to signal the start of the Māori new year for different iwi," says the government’s Chief Advisor Mātauranga Matariki, Professor Rangi Mātāmua.More >>
Mystery Molars Lead To Discovery Of Giant Crayfish In Ancient Aotearoa New Zealand
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:55:22 +1200 | Canterbury Museum
This world-first discovery could change the way fossils are identified across the globe. More >>
Braemar Hospital Surges Ahead With Surgical Robot
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:18:46 +1200 | Braemar Hospital
Braemar Hospital prides itself on being at the forefront of surgical firsts for the region and across New Zealand, to ensure its community has access to a wide range of safe, high-quality procedures. More >>
Crucial Harm Reduction Service Continues To Increase Reach
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:36:01 +1200 | NZ Drug Foundation
The Foundation’s drug checking service tested 3,213 samples at 141 clinics in 2024, representing a 23.5% increase in samples and a 44% increase in clinics compared to 2023 (2602 samples at 98 clinics).More >>