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DNA-tailored healthcare on horizon

Dr Geoff Chambers sees an era, maybe only a decade away, where we'll all receive personalised medicine based on our own distinct DNA make-up.

Head transplant: Is it possible?

Thirty-year-old Valery Spiridinov hopes to have his head transplanted on to another man's body in 2017 but some doctors have doubts.

'Pre-conception diet is crucial'

It is often said that you are what you eat. But it seems that what your mother ate is also important. Research has linked a woman's diet before she becomes pregnant to the long-term health of her future child.

Most people think 'man' when they think 'scientist' - how can we kill the stereotype?

Children learn to associate science with men at early ages. Over 40 years ago, less than 1 per cent of American and Canadian elementary school children drew a woman when asked to draw a scientist.

Gossip makes us human

Talking about people behind their backs might seem like an underhand activity that should be frowned upon by society, but it is what sets us our species apart, academics have claimed.

DNA test records history of viruses

Curious how many viruses have invaded your body over the course of your life? Now you can know.

DNA analysis reveals surprise 'relatives'

Andrew Stone goes in search of his ethnic roots with the help of science and a little bit of saliva.

Fertility subject of landmark research

Understanding the causes of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Trick to pain free injections

Are you one of the millions of people around the globe left shaking with terror at the sight of a needle? For many the thought of an injection alone inspires fear.

Scientists seek single ladies

Are you tired of The Bachelor's fairytale illusions and want people to know the truth about being a single, straight woman in New Zealand?

Caution greets claim human sperm grown in lab

Tanks growled across Red Square and fighter jets streaked overhead as Russia celebrated the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II with a mass-ranked display of military might.

IVF the answer for kiwi singles?

The number of single women seeking fertility treatment has almost doubled in two years as career-minded professionals without partners opt to parent alone.

NZ breakthrough could prevent disease

A breakthrough by New Zealand scientists could lead to a vaccine to treat a ghastly disease which mostly affects the poorest in the world.

Scientist's bold claim: I'll live to be 150

A scientist specialising in anti-ageing research has made the bold claim that he will live to be 150, and he takes 100 drugs a day in pursuit of that goal.

How caterpillars could ease arthritis pain

A fungus found on caterpillars could be used to relieve pain in osteoarthritis sufferers, according to British researchers.

Mozzies choose who they bite

Scientists have found that the chance of being bitten by a mosquito is written in the genes and some people are just more likely to be attacked no matter what.