Why do some people not wear seatbelts? An expert explains.

William Yan will keep NZ passport because Labour Minister already knew of 'concerns'.

Experts are calling for better male role models and more critical thinking.

A seafloor study has revealed an underwater orchestra below the Hauraki Gulf's surface.

The once-cool appeal of smoking to teens now appears to have been stubbed out.

Kiwi motion-sensor technology is helping sports stars to recover from injuries.

Study in NZ and Aussie reveals acupuncture can help combat period pain in sufferers.

Auckland's volcanic past has been pieced back together, revealing explosive surprises.

NZ study raises possibility fresh fish oil may aid children of overweight pregnant women.

COMMENT: Climate change debate will miss the calm, sceptical voice of Chris de Freitas.

Science innovators have been recognised at our top awards for bringing research to market.

The final part of the Herald's French Connection series looks at unlocking green spaces.

An obesity study that will breath-test thousands of Kiwi kids is off to a promising start.

How can Auckland make its transport network greener?

NZ scientist Associate Professor Chris de Freitas has died after a struggle with cancer.

Bone marrow was found to "remember" the effects of exercise long after the exercise ended.

Kiwi institutions in top 2.5% of world universities but they lack the profile of some.

Scientists will tap into the DNA data of thousands of young people in major new study.

Pressure mounts on Auckland University-linked funds to divest from fossil fuel companies.

Eruption could cost Auckland $10b and make the city even more vulnerable to disaster.

This Piha Beach crustacean shows some creatures can have tide-influenced body clocks.

An Alpine Fault earthquake could cut the West Coast from the main grid for many weeks.

Most childcare centres that feed their children are not meeting nutrition guidelines.

A supercomputing upgrade will give researchers the data-crunching power of 16,000 laptops.

NZ universities are climbing in world rankings.

A test being developed by "world class" Kiwi researchers could save hospitals millions.

A social enterprise is working to encourage an entrepreneurial mindset in girls

Scientists are set to eavesdrop on the critically endangered Maui dolphin.

Tutors and students said growing tutorial sizes were impacting learning.

Partners were surprised to find they were at risk of PTSD from secondary trauma.