Science
Earth's core is bleeding precious metals
A new study suggests Earth's inner core, once thought sealed off, is slowly leaking rare precious metals.
What if the Big Bang wasn’t the beginning?
We're joined by theoretical physicist Niayesh Afshordi-professor at the University of Waterloo and associate faculty at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics-and science communicator Phil… Audio
Getting kids hooked on STEM subjects
STEM education is more than just science, technology, engineering, and maths-it's about equipping the next generation with the tools to solve real-world problems. We speak with Morgan McKeen, a… Audio
Possible dwarf planet spotted near the edge of our solar system
A 700km-wide object, 2017 OF201, has been found orbiting far beyond Neptune. It could reshape our understanding of our solar system's edge. Audio
'Beacon of courage': Abortion pill inventor dies in France
Etienne-Emile Baulieu 'enabled women to win their freedom' with the invention of the abortion pill that became available in 1982.
How we make things - and how we could do it better
Tim Minshall is the University of Cambridge's first Professor of Innovation and author of new book, Your Life Is Manufactured. Audio
Ecologist on proposed changes to freshwater regulations
A freshwater ecologist is slamming proposed changes to freshwater regulations. Freshwater ecologist Dr Mike Joy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Science sector faces biggest overhaul in decades, warns cuts will put new research at risk
The sector is facing its biggest overhaul in decades.
Science heats up in the fire lab
From flaming tornadoes to burning couches, scientists are setting stuff on fire to prepare for our changing wildfire risk.
Kelp, Pōhutukawa forests could slow down tsunamis - research
The study also found 'natural bioshields' significantly reduce the amount of sediment moved in some locations.
Our Changing World: Inside a fire lab
New Zealand experiences more than 4,500 wildfires every year – and the risk of big, destructive wildfires is increasing with climate change.
Ellen Rykers visits the fire lab at the University of… Audio
Feature interview - ADHD
There's a global shortage of ADHD medication, making it hard for some Kiwis to access drugs that are commonly used to manage symptoms like inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. ADHD care… Audio
How much plastic are we inhaling every day?
Auckland University scientists have researched how much plastic we could be inhaling, especially indoors where we spend most of our time. Dr Joel Rindelaub and Dr Gordon Miskelly tested the air in two… Audio
Geoffrey Hinton
Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton on the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and why he left Google to sound the alarm. Plus his stark warning that already gives humanity a 10-20% chance of completely… Video, Audio
The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves
Talk isn't cheap, it's powerful. The right conversation can build trust, foster belonging, and show people they matter. But as Harvard's Dr. Alison Wood Brooks has found, sometimes we're just not that… Audio
NZ Association of Scientists on cuts to sector in Budget
The New Zealand Association of Scientists is disappointed with the new budget, calling it 'the black hole budget'. Co-President Troy Baisden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Head knocks and ultra-violence: The viral dangers of Run It Straight
Opinion - Social media appeal and simplicity may be a large part of why the concerningly dangerous new tackling game Run It Straight has begun to capture attention and crowds in Australasia, three…
Professor Allan Blackman: investigating the “living glow”
A recent study found all living things, including humans, emit a ghostly glow that vanishes as soon as we die. Audio
The evolution of a “Planetary Brain”
Thomas Moynihan discusses the possibility that we're unintentionally building an artificial world brain. Audio
The Vagus Nerve and Mental Health
Our vagus nerves help us rest, digest and restore, but is there really a way to reset them to feel better? Audio
