Science stories - Page 2
Experts: Why the Black Hole Photo matters
Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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edutech
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university of canterbury
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auckland university
NASA's release of the first photograph of a black hole has sparked media interest and proven the accuracy of decades of scientific work.
AU behind in robot uptake, NZ named IoT leader - report ranks countries on digital tech
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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edutech
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robots
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digital transformation
The report shows how Australia, New Zealand and other OECD countries are pushing ahead in developing new digital technologies.
Alibaba & quantum computing 'dream team' build new laboratory in Shanghai
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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edutech
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quantum computing
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cloud services
An Alibaba cloud computing subsidiary has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).
Story Buffering 79% ... low quality video makes us sad
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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edutech
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digital entertainment
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video
New research discovers the physical and emotional responses humans have to low-quality or buffering video content. Surprise, we don't like it at all.
Remote observation tech gives classrooms an Ocean view
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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edutech
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clean technologies
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climate change
Using tech-enabled ocean observation tools, a teacher in Hampton Hill School is bringing the science of the seas into her classroom.
Science is alive and well in South Auckland schools
Wed, 31st May 2017
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edutech
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healthtech
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science
Schools in South Auckland partner with STEM sponsors for new science projects, from beehive monitoring to robotic watering systems.
Researchers use brain-scanning tech to 'read' students' brains
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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science
Mind-boggling tech breakthrough: Carnegie Mellon researchers develop a method to 'read' brain activity in students solving math problems.
Tweeting for science
Fri, 4th Nov 2011
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edutech
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cyclone computers
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science
This is the first ever ScienceTeller festival, a gathering of science storytellers who use their art to celebrate the wonders of the natural world.
To test or not to test?
Mon, 1st Sep 2008
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edutech
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devops
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apm
Recruiters debate the effectiveness of psychometric tests, questioning their scientific merit and appropriateness in matching candidates to jobs.