Toxicology
Pick your poison
Could there be poison growing in your backyard right now? Toxicologist Dr Leo Schep is no stranger to poisonous plants after spending nearly two decades at the National Poison Centre. Audio
The Toxicology of Hemlock
Found in the cauldron of Macbeth's witches and the demise of Socrates - toxicologist Leo Schep takes a look at the toxicology of hemlock. Audio
Exercising could lead to spike in indoor air pollution
High body emissions released during exercise can combine with bleach cleaners to form potentially harmful indoor air pollution, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of… Audio
The Toxicology of Lead - Your Questions Answered
It wasn't in the schedule to talk to our regular toxicologist Leo Schep, but considering the news from North Dunedin, we though we'd get him on for a refresher on the toxicology of lead. Audio
The Toxicology of Cannabis
Nights' Toxicologist Leo Schep from Toxiform joins us once again. Tonight he's taking a look at Cannibis. Audio
Don't Try This At Home: Using Bleach to Self-Medicate
Nights Toxicologist Leo Schep joins us once again. Tonight he's taking a look at the science behind claims that taking bleach might help combat covid-19. Audio
Nights Science - Mad Honey
Rhododendron and similar plants, contain toxic chemicals called grayanotoxins. These toxins can accumulate in honey, particularly around the Black Sea region of Turkey. Leo Schepp from Toxinform joins… Audio
Meth house panic: A toxicological history
A flawed 1961 study on methamphetamine's effect on pregnancy weight loss was the basis for the government's measures for contamination of state houses, toxicologist Leo Schep says. Audio
Nights Science-Toxicology
In light of the poisonings in the UK, toxicologist Dr. Leo Schepp joins us to talk about nerve agents. Audio
Nights' Science - Toxicology with Leo Schep
Leo discusses discuss the recent history of psychoactive drug use in NZ, going back to BZP in the early 2000's. Audio
Nights' Science - Pick your poison
Toxicologist Dr. Leo Schep tests for substances taken internally or applied externally that are injurious to health or dangerous to life. Tonight he talks about Tetrodotoxin poisoning, which most… Audio
Nights' Science - Leo Schep
Paracetamol is a common over-the-counter drug that has both analgesic and antipyretic activity. It is the most common pharmaceutical drug the National Poisons Centre receives calls on; commonly… Audio
What we flush
Environmental toxicologist Louis Tremblay of Nelson's Cawthron Institute wants us to think about what we put down our plugholes and flush down our toilets. What are the chemicals in our shampoos… Audio
Acrylamide in food: should we be worried?
Acrylamide's a chemical produced when starchy foods are cooked at high temperatures, so we ingest low doses of it in things like chips, toast, cereal and instant coffee. It's been in the news in… Audio
Nights' Science - Toxicology
Our poison professor - toxicologist Dr. Leo Schep tests for substances taken internally or applied externally that are injurious to health or dangerous to life. Audio
Meth warning for homeowners
A property lawyer says home buyers should have "meth test" provisions in their purchase agreements, given the drug's widespread use. Kathryn Ryan talks to Auckland property lawyer Linda Fox and Dr… Audio
E-cigarettes: do the benefits outweigh the risks?
New Zealand's about to change the law so people can legally buy e-cigarettes containing nicotine here. This Way Up reviews the current state of our knowledge about the safety of the vaping and the… Audio, Gallery
Nights' Science - Toxicology
Our Poison Professor Dr.Leo Schep on a couple of common plants that can be a real pain. Audio
Phthalates: can they harm us?
Phthalates are a class of chemicals that make plastic flexible, putting the squeeze in your bath toys, and help make your cling film cling. But can prolonged exposure to them harm us? Toxicologist… Audio
Toxicology with Dr Leo Schep
We hear about substances taken internally or applied externally that are injurious to health or dangerous to life. Audio