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Puberty Blocker Evidence Brief Affirms Aotearoa’s Approach
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:54:04 +1300 | PATHA
Manatū Hauora’s evidence brief has found limitations in the quality of evidence for the benefits and risks of using puberty blockers, reflecting the methodological and ethical limitations of running randomised-controlled trials for gender affirming ...More >>
Precautionary Approach To Puberty Blockers – Expert Reaction
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:02:29 +1300 | Science Media Centre
The Ministry has released an evidence brief which concludes there are limitations around the quality of evidence for both the benefits and risks of puberty blockers. More >>
Scientists Discover Deep Earthquakes Under Southland
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:45:29 +1300 | Natural Hazards Commission
Most earthquakes happen in the cold, brittle ‘continental’ crust less than 15-20km, but in Southland, Williams’ team found the seismically active continental crust extends up to twice the average depth.More >>
NZ-led Research Team Honoured For Influencing Global Fertility And Gynaecology Practices
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:01:57 +1300 | Health Research Council Of New Zealand
The team of New Zealand and international researchers were presented with the Beaven Medal for excellence in translational health research at the Royal Society Te Apārangi Research Honours ceremony at Auckland Museum.More >>
ADInstruments Releases Comprehensive Guide On Animal Welfare For Telemetry Research
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:34:03 +1300 | ADInstruments
ADInstruments' new guide serves as a critical tool for researchers, fostering a culture of respect and care in animal-based telemetry studies. More >>
Scientists Develop Tool To Monitor Coastal Erosion In Fine Detail
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:53:25 +1300 | University of Auckland
“This tool is a game-changer for anyone involved in coastal science or management,” says Professor Giovanni Coco, of the School of Environment. “Online beach monitoring for the whole of New Zealand is now a reality.”More >>
Screentime Rules Reduce Childhood Obesity Risk
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:58:05 +1300 | University of Auckland
Researchers recommend families set screentime rules for their children to promote healthier childhoods and reduce the risk of obesity. More >>
Germany And NZ Celebrate Return Of Laser Trapped In Cavern
Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:31:12 +1300 | University of Canterbury
After more than a decade trapped in a secret man-made WWII cavern, a unique laser that connects New Zealand and Germany has been rescued and restored.More >>
Tūhura Otago Museum Returns To The Pacific For 2024 Science Expo
Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:30:55 +1300 | Otago Museum
The museum team sought to bring interactive science experiences to Pacific nations. With support from the US Embassy and MFAT, the project has successfully evolved into an on-going partnership with the region. More >>
Global Plastic Waste To Double By 2050, Study Says – Expert Reaction
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:58:21 +1300 | Science Media Centre
A new modelling study says global plastic waste will double by the middle of the century if we stick to business as usual. However, a mix of policies could slash it by 90%.More >>
Auckland Wins IEEE International Geoscience And Remote Sensing Symposium 2028
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:00:22 +1300 | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
The symposium is expected to attract at least 2000 delegates to the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) in Auckland and deliver $4.9 million in economic impact to the region.More >>
Trans-Tasman Earth Observation Research Studies Confirmed
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:51:39 +1300 | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
New Zealand researchers will partner with Australian research organisations on Earth observation projects that will monitor soil moisture and improve satellite imaging for agricultural monitoring among other projects.More >>
New Plant Disease Risk Forecast Reports Bring Positive Results For NZ Nurseries
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:07:13 +1300 | HortPlus
“The weekly risk reports are hugely valuable in helping to further refine our weekly spray programme targeting myrtle rust and downy mildew,” says Abby Lomas, who works in plant husbandry at the Rural Design nursery in Kaiwaka, Northland.More >>
Snowflake Expands Capabilities For Enterprises To Deliver Trustworthy AI Into Production
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:56:43 +1300 | Snowflake
“For enterprises, AI hallucinations are simply unacceptable. Today’s organisations require accurate, trustworthy AI in order to drive effective decision-making, and this starts with access to high-quality data from diverse sources to power AI models,” ...More >>
Critical Workforce Shortages Leave People With Type 1 Diabetes Unable To Access Life Changing Technology
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:41:52 +1300 | New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes
After years of advocacy Pharmac have now funded gold standard technology for people with type 1 diabetes, including automated insulin delivery. “Automated insulin delivery acts like an artificial pancreas, and is life-saving and life-changing for ...More >>
NZ Innovating Towards Energy Security With Supercritical Geothermal Technology
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:30:31 +1300 | Energy Resources Aotearoa
As a domestic energy source, SCGT could reduce our dependence on imported coal and deliver reliable electricity at affordable prices, whatever the weather. More >>
BusinessNZ Energy Council Welcomes $60m Investment In Geothermal R&D
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:16:39 +1300 | BusinessNZ Energy Council
BusinessNZ Energy Council executive director Tina Shirr endorsed the moves towards a more secure and sustainable energy future. More >>
Cheers To Crustaceans: New Species Named After Welly Brewery
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:08:18 +1300 | NIWA
Pentaceration forkandbrewer - a marine isopod found off the east coast of New Zealand - was given its formal scientific name after Fork and Brewer brewed the best beer as part of The Crustacean Beer Competition at the 10th International Crustacean Congress ...More >>
Government Exploring New Energy Source
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:27:24 +1300 | New Zealand Government
Having a secure and resilient energy supply is a priority for the Coalition Government and is critical to rebuilding the economy and giving businesses the confidence to invest.More >>
Veteran Climate Scientist Michael Oppenheimer On Activist Soup-Throwers, A New Climate Era And His Continuing Optimism
Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:07:15 +1300 | RNZ
One of the first scientists to sound the alarm on climate change says "we've entered a brand new climate era" - but throwing soup at paintings isn't the answer. More >>
