DNADRV Project: Collecting bug splatters for science

Far from being just road grime, bug splatters on licence plates are unlocking clues about...

Using AI to clone the teacher: Cogniti in the classroom

AI is changing the way schools teach and students learn. University of Sydney Professor Danny...
Using the body as a measuring tool

Bodies as measuring tools: Māori and ancient civilisations

Long before rulers, tape measures and the metric system, people relied on the most accessible...

Seeing the science of LED lights: Understanding light, energy and efficiency

LED lights are becoming more common. They look similar to the light bulbs that have...

The science of toasters: Exploring heat transfer and electrical circuits

A toaster might look simple, but it’s full of science; it’s a clever mix of...

Lake tsunamis: Discover the science behind rare natural phenomena

Lake Taupō, one of New Zealand’s most inland spots, experienced a rare tsunami in 2022...

Fauna mutations: exploring change in animal features

When a feisty weka strutted through a camp ground near the rugged Tasman Sea in...

Secrets of Papatūānuku: Earth’s hidden stories uncovered

In younger years we may have learnt the Earth is divided into three layers –...

Pounamu: taonga, identity and geology

Pounamu is highly valued as a symbol of national identity and a taonga to Māori....

Uncovering history with science: forensic science and human remains

Forensic science can be tasked with identifying the identity of human remains. And the process...

Physics in sport | Windsurfing: Hydro foiling and forces in action

A3 poster looking at the forces involved in the hydro foiling windsurfers in the 2024...

Physics in sport | Pole vaulting: Energy in action

An A3 poster on energy transformations in the pole vault in the Olympics 2024.

Kiwi Genetics and Evolution: Unveiling the Origins of Aotearoa’s Iconic Bird

Our national bird is both rare and endangered. We often hear about the conservation of...

The science behind aurora: Understanding atmospheric phenomena

The Aurora Australis was visible over the whole country on May 11, 2024. This was...

Observing meteors: A practical guide for students

Since the end of June, 2023, Western Heights High School (WHHS) in Rotorua has been...

The chemistry of fireworks: reactions, safety and spectacle

Fireworks are pure redox, and the chemistry is fascinating. NZASE Science Communicator Mike Stone investigates.

Using genetics to save kākāpō: Conservation strategies for critically endangered species

Kākāpō numbers have rocketed in the last seven years compared with the previous 20, helped...

Hydrogen-fuelled vehicles: Exploring sustainable energy for transport

To meet the issues of climate change we need to find alternative vehicle fuels that...

Effect of frost on plants: Understanding frost damage and protection strategies

Frosts can be damaging, reducing yield and quality in crops, pasture and forests. Farmers need...

Human skeletons in schools: Ethical considerations and repatriation

Many schools hold human skeletons and are wondering about the right thing to do with...