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

Mike Stone

June 4, 2023

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

Laboratory building standards: Ensuring safe and compliant lab design

Mike Stone

June 4, 2023

In this resource, NZASE Science Communicator Mike Stone provides an overview of nine key New...

Plant Protection Scientist | Aleise Puketapu

NZASE

June 4, 2023

Dr Aleise Puketapu blends cutting-edge plant protection science with mātauranga Māori to safeguard Aotearoa’s crops....

Human skeletons in schools: Ethical considerations and repatriation

Mike Stone

May 9, 2023

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

The science of feijoas: From seed to harvest

Mike Stone

April 27, 2023

Feijoas are popular in Aotearoa/NZ, fruiting in autumn in warm regions. NZASE Science Communicator Mike...

Five digital tools for science: Enhancing engagement and data analysis

Mike Stone

March 23, 2023

Using digital tools in science also helps us embed the digital technology curriculum, a requirement...

Citizen science: Engaging students in real-world scientific research

Mike Stone

March 23, 2023

Citizen Science projects can involve students in “real” science and connect them with scientists, both...

Marine Scientist | Kura Paul-Burke

NZASE

March 22, 2023

Kura Paul‑Burke is a marine scientist leading restoration projects in Ōhiwa Harbour, combining mātauranga Māori...

Regenerating Papatūānuku: Integrating mātauranga Māori with sustainable land management

Mike Stone

March 22, 2023

What does it look like to care for the land when we lean into mātauranga...

Bats of Aotearoa: Exploring New Zealand’s Unique Pekapeka

Mike Stone

February 16, 2023

Our country is unusual for having only one type of native land mammal. Pekapeka/bats are...

ELC evolves from LEOTC: Customising field-based learning for modern classrooms

Mike Stone

November 25, 2022

Description: Providers applying for Enriching Local Curriculum (ELC) funding from the Ministry of Education need...

Field-based STEM: Enhancing outdoor learning in Aotearoa schools

Mike Stone

November 25, 2022

We know that a local curriculum that is relevant to students is important. Field Based...

Hatching chicks from eggs: A hands-on science experience

Mike Stone

November 15, 2022

This updated NZASE resource provides a comprehensive guide for educators interested in incubating and hatching...

Quantitative Geneticist | Phillip Wilcox (Māori scientist poster)

Sneha Pillai

October 21, 2022

Phillip Wilcox is a Quantitative Geneticist who uses statistics and maths to study large collections...

Quantitative Geneticist | Phillip Wilcox

NZASE

October 21, 2022

Dr. Phillip Wilcox is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Quantitative Genetics at the...

The chemistry of alcohol-free beer

Mike Stone

October 21, 2022

Alcohol-free beer (AFB) is gaining popularity in New Zealand, offering a beverage option with less...

The Kentucky Family with Blue Skin: A genetic mystery

Mike Stone

September 18, 2022

Mike Stone summarises what is known about the science behind a family of people who...

Teaching about flight: Bringing physics to life

Mike Stone

September 18, 2022

In this resource, NZASE Science Communicator Mike Stone explores how New Zealand teachers are using...

Manu tukutuku: Exploring Māori kites and cultural significance

Mike Stone

September 18, 2022

Kites are collectively called manu tukutuku and feature in Māori life, especially at Matariki. Mike...

Environmental DNA: Unlocking biodiversity with DNA traces

Mike Stone

July 7, 2022

NZASE Science Communicator Mike Stone explains environmental DNA, including tools schools have used with their...