A science programme whose aim is clarity
"Science Express" (One. tonight), deals with New Zealand's contribution to scientific research and development.
"What a science, programme should do is to promote and present the basis of scientific research in a manner that, without being too simple and patronising, is easily and clearly understood." said the producer. Denis Harvey.
"New Zealand research and technology is at a more advanced stage than the general public is aware of and that a lot of the scientific work being carried out will have an indirect effect on the kind of country we will be living in. in the next decade and bevond.’’
There are two specific areas that will be covered in "Science Express." The first is the theoretical aspect of science. — the research and conceptual angle: the second is applied science — the technological developments as a result of scientific research.’
The content of the programme falls into three basic areas, according to Harvey. "Within New Zealand the areas covered would be all. and any aspect of work that is covered by the general meaning of the word science.
"This includes agriculture, medicine, chemistry, physics, general engineering, psychology. biology, geography, anthropology. archaelogy, astrologv. In other words anything scientific that is being worked on or has been developed within New Zealand."
According to Harvey there are people in New Zealand, and New Zealanders overseas. that have a long history of association with the science field.
"I doubt that any programme has looked at these scientists as people set in context with their work. The science programme should be able to present short profiles of scientists where it is felt they have had a significant impact on the country. - ’
"Science Express" also aims to present developments that are happening outside of New Zealand that will have a direct effect on the country.
“This may necessitate the use of overseas material placed in a New Zealand context, or if it is feasible and obviously of great importance, then a trip would be made to film the project ourselves,” said Harvey.
The presenter is Ken Ellis: the reporters are Allanah James and John Hart.
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Press, 31 March 1981, Page 15
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