Our Changing World
RNZDr Claire Concannon follows scientists into the bush, over rivers, back to their labs and many places in-between to cover the most fascinating research being done in Aotearoa New Zealand.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1002 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Science | |||
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A genetic form of Parkinson’s disease is found at unusually high rates in some Pasifika communities. It affects people who are much younger than the typical Parkinson's patient. Researchers are working with patients to understand PINK1 Parkinson's, r... more
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In September, the Chatham Island black robin was crowned Bird of the Year 2026. This small, round and feisty manu has a remarkable comeback story, from just five birds in 1979 to about 400 today. They are found on just two predator-free islands in th... more
Over a hundred years ago Fritz Haber and Carl Bosch discovered a way to produce ammonia that revolutionised farming. It changed the world. But today this way of making ammonia uses between 1-2% of the world's global energy, and produces about the sam... more
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This show highlights frontline science from Aotearoa New Zealand, featuring researchers and engineers describing their work in clear, accessible language. Episodes span energy systems, superconducting motors, Antarctic conservation, health tech for home monitoring, hazard modelling, and public science programs, often weaving in practical implications for policy, industry, and communities. A standout trait is the hands-on, on-site reporting style—visiting labs, workshops, and field sites to tell stories behind the discoveries. Listeners can expect a mix of technical depth and broadly relevant takeaways, with plenty of NZ-science context and opportunities for collaboration or sponsorship that align with public-interest research and innovation... more
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Recent guests on Our Changing World include:
1. Dr. Andrew Reynolds
2. Prasanth Gupta
3. Ashwin Siddhartha Narasimha Murthy
4. Mai Siriluk-Tesna
5. Steve Johnson
6. Ari Carrington
7. Katrina Hansen
8. Laura Shaft
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