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NZ under 'intense pressure' from pests

New Zealand remains under "intense pressure" from pests, which are costing our economy billions of dollars each year.

$53.8m in science funding announced

PM's chief scientist hits out at quake forecasters

The Prime Minister's chief science adviser today hit out at earthquake forecasters such as Ken Ring, saying no one can predict when a quake will strike.

Distinguished scientist dies

Otago scientist awarded Rutherford Medal

An Otago University molecular biologist has been awarded New Zealand's top science and technology honour, the 2010 Rutherford Medal.

'Remarkable' space scientist won international acclaim

Revolutionary medical work wins scientist $100,000 prize

Drug may heal injured brains

Who is the greatest living New Zealander?

<EM>Philippa Stevenson:</EM> Our academic achievers need supporting too

Robotic car takes teen far