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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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Quanton Using AI Technology To Help Us Be More Human Through Crystal Knows Partnership
Thu, 7 Nov 2024 12:10:32 +1300 | Quanton
Garry Green, Quanton Managing Director/Founder, says Quanton has seen significant benefits from its own use of Crystal Knows, including a 50 percent increase in response rates in communications and a 30 percent increase in lead conversion rates.More >>
Marsden Fund Invests In New Cutting-Edge Research
Thu, 7 Nov 2024 11:14:42 +1300 | Marsden Fund
“Through the 30 funding rounds, we have continuously refined our assessment processes to ensure best practice. International peer-review means that these novel ideas have been tested on the global market and that the projects are of true world-class standard,” ...More >>
WHO Identifies 17 Pathogens As Top Priorities For New Vaccine Development
Wed, 6 Nov 2024 08:07:00 +1300 | UN News
A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) lists 17 bacteria, viruses and parasites that regularly cause disease as top priorities for new vaccine development. More >>
Liverton Security Launches New Cyber Security Consulting Division In Wellington
Tue, 5 Nov 2024 10:56:35 +1300 | Liverton Security
Key services that Liverton Security will provide for its clients include: risk and security testing and assurance, vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, security governance, risk and compliance advice, privacy guidance, and cyber security ...More >>
Exploring The Degree Of Effectiveness In Virtual Mental Health Solutions
Tue, 5 Nov 2024 09:05:20 +1300 | Hugh Grant
Discover how virtual mental health solutions are transforming therapy in New Zealand. This article discusses the effectiveness of online platforms, comparing them with traditional therapies, and exploring the benefits such as accessibility, cost-effectiveness, ...More >>
Conflict Of Interests Behind "No Liability" Clause In New Gene Technology Bill
Mon, 4 Nov 2024 20:21:31 +1300 | GE Free NZ
There must be liability insurance on growers or IP owners to be responsible for contamination spreading to conventional non-GMO, regenerative or organic farms, says Claire Bleakley, president of GE-Free NZ.More >>
Genetic Engineering Reforms Risk Making NZ An Outlier
Sun, 3 Nov 2024 20:28:57 +1300 | Organics Aotearoa New Zealand
These proposed changes aren’t, as touted by proponents, a catch-up to align us with countries that permit GMO production—they’re a leap into the unknown, with no thorough understanding of the science, and no assurance of safety for our ecosystems ...More >>
Spirit Of Cooperation : Netsafe And Federation Of Maori Authorities Sign Memorandum Of Understanding
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:55:20 +1300 | Netsafe
The key tenet of the document is that Netsafe will partner with FOMA to grow and work with its members on online safety matters, and it provides a framework for how the two organisations will work together.More >>
The U.S. Southwest Offers Blueprints For The Future Of Wastewater Reuse
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 09:08:41 +1300 | Independent Media Institute
Our existing water supplies could go further by turning wastewater into drinking water. More >>
Alimetry Revolutionises Gut Health Diagnosis By Integrating AI Into Its Wearable Device, Raises US $18m
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:20:22 +1300 | Alimetry
Nearly one in 10 people suffer from chronic gut symptoms ranging from abdominal pain to chronic indigestion, nausea and vomiting. The current diagnostic journey is slow and poor for patients, causing them to suffer through this period with a reduced ...More >>
