Ageing
Why are some older people malnourished?
New research exploring the eating habits of older people has provided important insights for helping to prevent malnutrition in ageing New Zealanders. The study was completed by researchers at… Audio
Older men lose ability to recognise emotions
University of Otago psychology professor Ted Ruffman says ageing brains means older men become less able to recognise emotions in other people. Audio
3MM: Professor Allan Blackman on the passing of Scott Walker
Three Minutes Max: succinct opinions from a variety of New Zealanders on all sort of topics. Here's AUT professor Allan Blackman on the recent death of musician Noel Scott Engel - aka Scott Walker. Audio
Brain rules for living and ageing well - John Medina
Developmental molecular biologist John Medina has the low down on how our brains work and why we should redesign our schools and workplaces to match. He also has tips for ageing well. Audio
Your brain is “rubbish” at distinguishing between reality and dreams
Myths, misunderstandings and current research into the brain are discussed by Associate Professor Cathy Stinear from the University of Auckland during the 2018 Raising the Bar night. Audio
Ageing populations, a huge challenge for policymakers
The challenges facing Government policy makers as Australasia faces ageing populations, UNSW Scientia Professor of Economics John Piggott has been selected to lead a task force helping G20 nations… Audio
Dr Mike Murphy - Developing anti-oxidants that fight aging
Dr Mike Murphy is one of the world's leading scientists in mitochondrial research. Originally from Ireland, he is nowadays the programme leader at the Mitochondrial Biology Unit at Cambridge… Audio
Doug Wilson - The Aging Revolution
Dr Doug Wilson has a medical degree from New Zealand, a PhD from the University of London and has pursued postgraduate work and medical research globally. He currently consults and acts as the chief… Audio
Getting from A to B: research into older drivers
New Zealand has a growing population of older drivers and an important issue is 'when do they give up driving?' Audio
Our Changing World for 15 November 2018
Older drivers, and the 2018 winners of the Cranwell and Marsden Awards from the NZ Association of Scientists. Audio
Over 65 and stressed out behind the wheel
The numbers of older New Zealanders battling driving anxiety, and what can be done to fix it. Driving anxiety can range from anything between driving reluctance to driving phobia, which in turn can be… Audio
Biggest risk to ageing well is loneliness
Yoram Barak says there are some simple ways of maintaining a healthy brain into old age. Good social relationships are key. Audio
Our Changing World for 8 November 2018
An expert says loneliness is the biggest risk for brain health, and ice melting in Greenland and Antarctica. Audio
Professor Sarah Harper - The ageing population
With a background in anthropology and population studies, Sarah Harper is Professor of Gerontology at the University of Oxford, a Fellow at University College, and the founding director of the Oxford… Audio
Chris Stephens: gaining age, losing friends
A recent poll in Australia found 25% of men between 30 and 65 have few or no social connections and 17% of all people have no mates at all they could visit without invitation. Dr Chris Stephens from… Audio
Why should women have to sell their music based on how they look?
Moana Maniapoto, Victoria Kelly and Cherie Mathieson talk with Karyn Hay about the role of women in the music industry to mark the 125th anniversary women's suffrage. Audio
Ageing muscles - use them or lose them
Research shows that nerves play a surprisingly important role in muscle loss, while exercise helps us maintain our strength. Audio
Insight: Facing down loneliness for NZ's ageing population
With the UK having recently appointed a Minister of loneliness, Sally Round takes a look what can be done in New Zealand to address the problem, which will likely balloon as the population ages. Video, Audio
Dictating the terms of ageing
The beauty and fashion industries have long dictated what's deemed acceptable or desirable. And now that we're in an age of inclusiveness where does that leave women and the question of ageing? Audio
Exercise and ageing: new research on its benefits
More evidence on the benefits of exercise as we age. It's never too early to start! Audio