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

Extreme athletes aren't simply adrenaline junkies with a death wish, scientists say.

Could Rotorua's world-famous rotten egg sulphur pong be beneficial?

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?

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.

What is cyber psychology? A world-renowned expert visiting New Zealand explains.

Scientists have revealed new insights into a tiny ancient human nicknamed the Hobbit.

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.

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.

Research showed there was likely to have been a significant effect on memory.

Poorer outcomes for some blamed on NZ's leaded petrol.

Kiwi and Chinese scientists have teamed up in a new biotech venture targeting cancer.

Many Kiwi women can't correctly pinpoint their fertile window, a new study suggests.

Is an all-you-can-eat, whole food, plant-based diet the answer to weight loss?