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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 54]
What do Kiwis think of science? -- experts respond
Thursday, 4 December 2014, 3:21 pm | Science Media Centre
New Zealanders rate science highly and consider it important for the country's international competitiveness, improving health and preserving the environment, according to a new nationwide survey. The Public Attitudes Towards Science and Technology Survey, ... More >>
What do Kiwis think of science? - experts respond
Thursday, 4 December 2014, 1:27 pm | Science Media Centre
SMC(NZ) ALERT: What do Kiwis think of science? - experts respond New Zealanders rate science highly and consider it important for the country's international competitiveness, improving health and preserving the environment, according to a new nationwide survey. ... More >>
SMC Heads-Up: Sea levels, drones, science medals, penguins
Friday, 28 November 2014, 3:09 pm | Science Media Centre
In This Issue: Sea-level rise; Science radar; Drone briefing; Research Honours; Friday video; Policy news; Quoted; New from the SMC; Sciblogs highlights; Research highlights; Sci-tech events More >>
SMC Heads-Up: Dawn whales, #shirtstorms and antibiotics
Friday, 21 November 2014, 3:02 pm | Science Media Centre
Ancient NZ whale; Science radar; A 'shirty' situation; Antibiotic awareness; Friday video; Policy news; Quoted; New from the SMC; Sciblogs highlights; Research highlights; Sci-tech events More >>
Rosetta landing success - expert responds
Thursday, 13 November 2014, 1:38 pm | Science Media Centre
The European Space Agency's Rosetta mission successfully landed the Philae space probe on the surface of the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, just after 5am (NZT) this morning. More >>
Safe IVF in New Zealand - experts respond
Thursday, 6 November 2014, 10:35 am | Science Media Centre
New Zealand and Australia are world leaders when it comes to safe In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), according to a new report summarising the latest data from the two countries. More >>
High milk intake and increased mortality - experts respond
Thursday, 30 October 2014, 1:31 pm | Science Media Centre
High milk intake and increased mortality - experts respond A high milk intake in women and men is not accompanied by a lower risk of fracture and instead may be associated with a higher rate of death, suggests Swedish research. More >>
SMC Heads-Up: Stomach bugs, communicating disasters
Friday, 17 October 2014, 4:59 pm | Science Media Centre
Science fails to settle food stoush Following public pressure, the Ministry for Primary Industries has released reports investigating the source of the outbreak of gastroenteritis caused by Yersinia pseudotuberculosis , but admits it hasn't nailed ... More >>
The Press launches new science page
Friday, 3 October 2014, 3:05 pm | Science Media Centre
The Press newspaper expands on its science coverage fromMonday with the launch of Catalyst, a weekly page devoted to science stories. More >>
Volcanic eruption in Japan - experts respond
Monday, 29 September 2014, 2:56 pm | Science Media Centre
Japanese volcano Mount Ontake erupted suddenly over the weekend, when the popular recreational site was crowded with hikers, resulting in significant casualties. More >>
SMC Heads-Up: Climate summit, paracetamol-ADHD link, SAVVY
Friday, 26 September 2014, 4:09 pm | Science Media Centre
Climate Summit; Science Radar; Paracetamol & ADHD; Science Media SAVVY; Quoted; Friday video; Policy news; New from the SMC; Sciblogs highlights; Sci-tech events More >>
Whaling decision, artificial sweetener debate, squids
Friday, 19 September 2014, 3:53 pm | Science Media Centre
Whaling decision; Science Radar; Artifical debate; Disasters; Quoted; Election Q&A; Friday video; Policy news; New from the SMC; Sciblogs highlights; Sci-tech events More >>
Scientific whaling' decision - experts respond
Friday, 19 September 2014, 1:09 pm | Science Media Centre
The International Whaling Commission (IWC) has voted in favour of a resolution restricting Japan's 'scientific whaling' program, but a representative of the country says they will proceed anyway . More >>
Suspected Ebola case in Australia - experts respond
Thursday, 11 September 2014, 2:57 pm | Science Media Centre
A 25 year old Australian man, who has recently returned from a visit to the Ebola-affected Congo, has been admitted to a Gold Coast hospital after experiencing Ebola-like symptoms. More >>
Ozone efforts impact climate - experts respond
Thursday, 11 September 2014, 2:42 pm | Science Media Centre
Destruction of the planet's protective ozone layer is slowing, according to the latest scientific assessment, but full impacts on global climate are still coming clear. More >>
SMC Heads-Up: Sci comm lessons, disasters and popular diets
Friday, 5 September 2014, 5:31 pm | Science Media Centre
SMC experience; Science Radar; Popular diets; Quoted; Science & the election; Policy news; Friday video; New from the SMC; Sciblogs highlights; Sci-tech events More >>
SMC Heads-Up: E-cigarettes, SMCs gather in NZ, crisis advice
Friday, 29 August 2014, 4:33 pm | Science Media Centre
SMC Heads-Up:E-cigarettes risks highlighted, SMCs gather in NZ, science advice in times of crisis More >>
Fluoridation safe, effective - report
Friday, 22 August 2014, 2:19 pm | Science Media Centre
A comprehensive new report on the safety and efficacy of community water fluoridation aims to put to rest concerns and misinformation over the public health intervention. More >>
Gearing up for World Science Week NZ
Friday, 15 August 2014, 4:24 pm | Science Media Centre
The Scientists are coming! As many as 2,000 experts in all sorts of fields will begin arriving in Auckland from next weekend as they gather for a collection of high-level science conferences. More >>
Ebola screening at NZ airports - expert responds
Monday, 11 August 2014, 3:08 pm | Science Media Centre
Ebola screening at NZ airports - expert responds Screening of at-risk passengers will begin at airports as part of increased efforts to prevent Ebola reaching New Zealand undetected, the Ministry of Health announced today. More >>
