http://biotechlearn.org.nz An RSS feed of the most recent (significant) items published or edited on the Biotechnology Learning Hub website. en-AU Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:31:26 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/events/tenz_workshop_on_biotechnology <p> A professional development opportunity for technology teachers in Christchurch hosted by Technology Educators of New Zealand (TENZ). </p> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:24:51 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/events/charles_fleming_lecture_tour <p> Professor Mick Clout, Centre for Biodiversity and Biosecurity, University of Auckland will present ‘Science for Conservation’. </p> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:16:16 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/events/state_of_the_nation_s_environment_address <p> Dr Jan Wright, Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, will present ‘Prioritising Environmental Challenges: What Matters Most?’ at Lincoln University. </p> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 04:46:07 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/events/seasons_of_life_lecture_series <p> The Liggins Institute is hosting a series of lectures on ‘The importance of a healthy start to life - what is the evidence?’ </p> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 04:29:34 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/focus_stories/biological_control_of_possums/developing_a_biocontrol_game/how_many_leaves_does_a_possum_eat_in_a_night <p> A PowerPoint presentation to help you calculate how many leaves a possum eats in a night. </p> Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:20:04 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/news_archive/biological_agent_may_control_varroa_bee_mite <p> New Zealand scientists believe a naturally occurring fungus may provide an organic solution to combating the varroa bee mite. </p> Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:08:17 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/news_archive/wash_n_wear_business_suits_on_sale_soon <p> New Zealand’s Crown Research Institute AgResearch has developed the first 100 percent wool suit that can be machine washed and tumble dried. </p> Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:53:02 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/about/organisations/riddet_institute <p> <b>Activities:</b> Research, development and education </p> Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:07:01 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/news_archive/yeast_survival_trick_revealed <p> A study of yeast used in winemaking has revealed the reactions that turn grape juice into wine actually ensure the yeast survives, whilst other microbes are killed. </p> Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:00:04 GMT http://biotechlearn.org.nz/news_and_events/news_archive/kiwifruit_dna_sequences_released <p> The world’s most extensive collection of kiwifruit DNA sequences has been publicly released. The DNA sequences will help fruit breeders naturally breed kiwifruit varieties with increased health properties and new colours and flavours. </p>