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Science Media Centre NZ
Our aim is to promote accurate, evidence-based reporting on science and technology by helping the media work more closely with the scientific community.
The Science Media Centre is New Zealand's only trusted, independent source of information for the media on all issues related to science. Thousands of news stories providing context from and quoting New Zealand researchers have been published as a direct result of our work.
Science Media Centre NZ - Latest News [Page 47]
NZ scientists leading de-extinction discussion
Tuesday, 9 May 2017, 10:05 am | Science Media Centre
A University of Otago professor has led a special journal issue focused on de-extinction, pouring cold water on the idea that woolly mammoths might be making a come-back. More >>
Science Deadline - This Week in Sci-Tech
Friday, 5 May 2017, 3:26 pm | Science Media Centre
A fungal disease that could harm some of our iconic native trees has been found on mainland New Zealand for the first time. More >>
Rental housing in poor shape
Friday, 28 April 2017, 3:42 pm | Science Media Centre
Rental housing is older, colder, damper and twice as likely to be poorly maintained as owner-occupied homes, says a new BRANZ report. More >>
Climate change & insurance
Friday, 28 April 2017, 3:40 pm | Science Media Centre
The extent to which climate change threatens New Zealand’s coastal housing will depend on insurance options available to homeowners, according to a new report. More >>
Freshwater pressures rising
Friday, 28 April 2017, 3:38 pm | Science Media Centre
The Ministry for the Environment and Statistics New Zealand have released the latest national report about the state of freshwater. More >>
Climate change and insurance - Expert Reaction
Friday, 28 April 2017, 12:32 pm | Science Media Centre
The extent to which climate change threatens New Zealand's coastal housing will depend on insurance options available to homeowners, according to a new report. More >>
Freshwater remains a focus
Friday, 21 April 2017, 2:55 pm | Science Media Centre
After a week of floods and heavy rainfall, fresh water is still in the headlines. More >>
Marching to defend science
Friday, 21 April 2017, 2:53 pm | Science Media Centre
Hundreds of events held around the world will tomorrow highlight the role science plays in our lives. More >>
Science Deadline: Another cyclone, freshwater...
Thursday, 13 April 2017, 5:34 pm | Science Media Centre
In this issue: Another cyclone heads to NZ, chief scientist looks at freshwater, and media training for Māori researchers. More >>
Cyclone Cook and flood risk - Expert Reaction
Thursday, 13 April 2017, 2:34 pm | Science Media Centre
A mere week after the tail end of Tropical Cyclone Debbie hit the North Island, another cyclone is on its way. More >>
NZ gets a 'CERT' - What are the big cybersecurity threats?
Tuesday, 11 April 2017, 5:18 pm | Science Media Centre
The Government today launched CERT NZ , a cyber security unit that will track cyber attacks and offer information for internet users and businesses about online threats. CERT NZ, which has been funded to the tune of $22.2 million over four years, will ... More >>
Wild weather lashes NZ
Friday, 7 April 2017, 4:30 pm | Science Media Centre
After Tropical Cyclone Debbie thrashed Queensland last week, the storm's remnants hit New Zealand this week causing flooding and widespread disruption. More >>
Lead's lingering effects
Friday, 31 March 2017, 3:20 pm | Science Media Centre
Lead exposure in childhood was linked to lower cognitive function, IQ and socioeconomic status, according to data from the Dunedin Study. More >>
Nicotine e-cigs will be legal
Friday, 31 March 2017, 3:16 pm | Science Media Centre
Associate Health Minister Nicky Wagner has announced the sale of nicotine e-cigarettes and e-liquid will be legalised. More >>
Nicotine e-cigarettes legalised - Expert Reaction
Wednesday, 29 March 2017, 1:43 pm | Science Media Centre
Associate Health Minister Nicky Wagner has announced the sale of nicotine e-cigarettes and e-liquid will be legalised. The Science Media Centre gathered expert reaction on the announcement. More >>
Kaikoura refines hazards
Friday, 24 March 2017, 4:26 pm | Science Media Centre NZ
The first research paper based on data from last November's Kaikoura earthquake has made a splash with its publication in high-profile journal Science . More >>
Science Deadline: Four months since Kaikoura
Friday, 17 March 2017, 5:28 pm | Science Media Centre
Science Deadline: Four months since Kaikoura, more science in the media and great new SciBloggers! More >>
Focus on natural hazards
Friday, 10 March 2017, 4:00 pm | Science Media Centre
Two research papers on major natural hazards and an internal review into September's East Cape earthquake have turned the spotlight on natural hazards this week. More >>
Science Deadline: Antibiotics, water, environment compliance
Friday, 3 March 2017, 5:32 pm | Science Media Centre
Science Deadline: Antibiotic priorities, freshwater discussion continues and environmental compliance overlooked Issue 413, 03 Mar 2017 Quick Links SMC Alerts Calendar Briefings Media Registration About Us Contact the SMC Top news from scimex.org the Science ... More >>
Toxic algal blooms in NZ - Expert Q&A
Monday, 27 February 2017, 12:45 pm | Science Media Centre
Last week, the New Zealand Government announced its intention to make 90 per cent of NZ's waterways 'swimmable' by 2040. More >>
