Recycling: The popular brands that aren't as recyclable as you'd think
So many things are made from plastic these days, and while plastics are cheap and can make life convenient, they have been getting some pret...
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In each episode, Dr Michelle Dickinson – aka Nanogirl – will explore the scientific facts behind a story that’s been in the news in New Zealand or around the world, speaking with experts and...
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8 episodesGenetic modification: Does New Zealand need to rethink its stance?
Genetic modification is a scientific term that can conjure up fear as scientists are let loose tampering with nature. But putting genetic en...
Vaping: Is it really any healthier than smoking?
Over the last decade, we’ve seen a number of policies put in place in New Zealand that have made smoking a very expensive habit, while more...
Conversion practices: Exploring the science of sexuality
After a long-fought battle from LGBT+ campaigners, this week New Zealand criminalised practices such as conversion therapy that aim to try a...
Covid-19: What do we know about the Omicron variant?
After months of lockdown and two years of closed borders, New Zealand is preparing to open up and live with Covid-19 - but, just as the Gove...
COP26: What can the average person do to combat climate change?
The COP26 Climate Change summit is happening in Glasgow to discuss ways to combat climate change - but it doesn't have to be left to politic...
The Covid-19 vaccine: Addressing concerns and debunking the myths
In this episode of Science Digest, Dr Michelle Dickinson is joined by Auckland University vaccinologist Dr Helen Petousis-Harris and Aucklan...
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In each episode, Dr Michelle Dickinson – aka Nanogirl – will explore the scientific facts behind a story that’s been in the news in New Zeal...