An alternative to costly IVF brings new hope to couples who are struggling to conceive.

A new work-out suit, the world's thinnest hologram and crackly crust.

Five leading figures in the science sector share their views on Budget 2017.

Gene variants that could help explain high rates of gout in Maori and Pacific people.

A new study will tackle sleep problems affecting Kiwi kids with autism spectrum disorder.

What's a "safe" distance to survive a nearby supernova? Scientists say 40-50 light years.

Three Kiwis are set to join an 80-strong, all-female expedition to Antarctica next year.

The fact that you're reading this now is through a complex process built up in your head.

COMMENT: Bags that mimic a mother's womb could replace incubators for at-risk prem babies

Are handheld devices to blame for an increase in neck pain among New Zealanders?

The world's next big antibiotic could lie hidden in our native fungi.

Studies have found men have bigger brains, but are they using them efficiently?

Why do people usually choose to do the right thing?

Kiwi scientists have been using satellite images to count far away endangered albatrosses.

Scientists claim to have identified the offending enzyme and a way to block it.

A Canadian researcher has come up with a mathematical model for a viable time machine.

Researchers are appealing for participants for a major new probiotics study.

Super bug threat needs strong response, microbiologists say.

Could our Friday night fish and chips also be a missing piece to the puzzle of human DNA?

Scientists suggest a laser-based approach could test the quality fish oil supplements.

People under the influence of psychedelic drugs attain a "higher" state of consciousness.

Could brain scans place a suspect at a crime scene? Science says yes.

COMMENT: Anti-vaccination conspiracy theories put our children at risk, says Nanogirl.

Researchers get the first look at the link between touchscreens and sleep in babies.

Researchers have discovered a trend, peaking at the Easter period.

Scientist "concerned" DNA testers claim they can pinpoint a person's racial ancestry.

Right-leaning politicians are generally more attractive than those on the left.

People with alcoholism in the family are more likely to retain painful hangover memories.

A Kiwi scientist's research could yield a vaccine against an emerging deadly pathogen.

A study has revealed lead concentrations in some NZ centres exceed health guidelines.