Deaths of babies in an overseas trial prompts review of similar trial here.

New research has the potential to make it easier, faster and cheaper to launch a rocket.

"Range anxiety" might not be the only issue for NZ's growing ranks of EV owners.

A renowned scientist has complained to the PM over Te Papa's proposed restructure.

Researcher reveals what impact an eruption in the city-wide volcanic field would have.

Top scientist sees future of foods combining high-power plant proteins with meat and dairy

Christianity's spread across the Pacific offers valuable insights into human behaviour.

COMMENT: As Kiwis age, some companions and carers won't be humans.

Professor Shaun Hendy remembers his late friend and visionary mentor, Sir Paul Callaghan.

That first memory you have of being a baby is likely an illusion you formed in later life.

Cutting back on a high-meat diet could be good for the planet and good for ourselves.

We could make our fruit and veges healthier, tastier - or even just different colours.

Move over Whale-ington - Auckland has its big mammal news to brag about.

Red sky at night: why the proverb rings true

A new review suggests long-chain omega 3 supplements do little for heart protection.

Thousands of lives could be saved with world-first research from New Zealand.

A scientist is worried councils are struggling to get started on sea level rise planning.

NZ scientist joins criticism of US study of skeleton famed for its alien-like appearance.

Two researchers have proposed an alternative to NZ's 2050 goal - but DoC's not convinced.

Could your smartphone one day be able to smell? Kiwi-made tech could see it happen.

Last night's 4.0 earthquake was Christchurch's strongest in more than half a year.

Digitally reconstructing the huge Haast's eagle could help save birds that still remain.

The biggest quake in nearly a century struck nine years ago today. But we've forgotten it.

"It's a brand new vision on what's happening in the universe."

Professor Robertson, a world-renowned paediatric geneticist based at the University of Otago, has been helping unravel rare genetic disorders affecting countless families. Photo / Supplied​

World-renowned Kiwi researcher Stephen Robertson is offering hope to families everywhere.

Humpbacks stocks are growing and are now 50 per cent of the pre-whaling population.

COMMENT: Scientists believe they might understand how cars can make us drowsy.

Unplugged holidays could soon become a big part of the tourism industry, study finds.

Could the origins of life be discovered in Rotorua? Made with funding from NZ On Air.