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Chief scientist warns of youth 'powder keg'
The Government's chief science adviser has warned of a "new biological reality" behind recent youth tragedies.
<i>Rebecca Barry:</i> Studies in stupidity result in hysteria
It's not easy living your life by a study. Everyone does it, reads the latest experiments in the news and adjusts their lifestyle according.
DIY snow one use for Budget science cash
A scientist has proposed using science research funds to send an aircraft to make more snow fall on the Southern Alps.
New scientific study finds women attracted to length of men's legs
New scientific research has revealed that it's not just a man's smile that's attractive but the length of his legs. Source - Buzz60
Has the elixir of youth come of age?
An elixir of youth remains a distant dream but medicines to help us live longer and better are moving closer.
Need a hug? Just pick up the phone
Scientists have discovered that a conversation on the phone can be as good as a hug in terms of boosting the "love hormone" oxytocin.
PM announces $225m funding boost for science
John Key says research, science and technology will get the biggest boost after health and education in next week's Budget.
Wash your hands - and free your mind
Scientists have found that washing your hands frees you of taking the blame for any unhappy outcome of a difficult decision.
'Sixth sense' can detect energy content in drinks - scientists
Merely putting sugar into your mouth boosts muscle strength for three minutes, New Zealand research has shown.
Never let young watch TV: experts
Young children should not watch any TV because it sets them up for obesity and poor academic performance at school, say experts.
Sex-addict study solicits adulterers
Researchers want to hear from serial sex cheats and others with trouser-trouble, to deepen their understanding of what they call "hypersexuality".
UV rays give Kiwi wines edge
Rays that cause skin cancer also make New Zealand sauvignon blanc unique, according to new research.
Mutant cows die in GM trial
Genetically modified cows were born with ovaries that grew so large they caused ruptures and killed the animals.
Genome scientist given drugs to combat future illnesses
An apparently healthy man has become the first person in the world to be prescribed a medicine based on an analysis of his genome.