Protective-barrier model is expensive and its success rate is unclear, researchers say.

Start-up tech firms need to repeat modest successes, says US Icehouse visitor.

In an exclusive interview, the book and stationery chain's new owners tell Karyn Scherer about their plans for one of the best-known names in NZ retailing.

Mai Chen asks whether emergency laws and cash can sustain people's trust .

Are the raft of employee 'engagement' surveys that show New Zealand workers are unhappy with ther work really accurate?

Smart metering company's markets include Australia, the US and Africa.

Deep probes may provide first signs of seismic or volcanic activity.

Expectant mothers' diets could be creating an obesity timebomb for their unborn children, a groundbreaking study involving New Zealand scientists has revealed.

University of Auckland staff conditions are not under threat.

Katherine Irvine has found people from all walks of life doing what they can to contribute to the earthquake appeal.

Chris Liddell writes on the future of philanthropy and how we can get involved.

Several appeals have been launched to help Cantabrians following today's devastating earthquake. ANZ launched an appeal and announced it would make the first donation, $1 million.

Events aim to encourage university researchers and companies to start talking to each other.

Pregnant women who eat a lot of sugar-laden food could be compromising their babies' development, new New Zealand research suggests.

Pregnant women who eat a lot of sugar-laden food could be compromising their babies' development, new New Zealand research suggests.

Couples trying for a baby may find it easier to conceive if the male takes antioxidant supplements, new research suggests.