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Single H5N1 bird flu mutation could let it latch easily to human cells, study finds

The US already has a stockpile of vaccine doses that target H5N1.

'Chilling': Govt slashes Marsden Fund money for humanities, social sciences

Cutting all research funding for the fields is a massive step backwards, critics say.

Inside your body, ageing unfolds at remarkably different rates

Parts of our bodies start ageing earlier than others, right down to our organs and cells.

‘We don’t know what we’ll discover': World-first dissection of rare whale in Dunedin

Only seven specimens of the spade-toothed whale have been recorded in history.

MRI scans show ‘huge’ differences between male and female brains

A world-first study using imaging technology may explain the gender gap in mental health.

Why NZ scientists are studying a prehistoric apocalypse in Antarctica

The event 183 million years ago may reveal more about tipping points under global warming.

Dementia danger: Where you live in NZ could be worsening your brain health

Where we live in NZ can raise our risk of cognitive decline – with poorer areas worse off.

Hikurangi Subduction Zone: What overseas quakes just revealed about NZ’s biggest natural hazard

A major study reveals more about the mysterious mechanics of NZ's largest disaster threat.

Junk food fail: Just how unhealthy are NZ’s school tuck shops?

Our intermediate and secondary schools have received a fail grade for healthy menus.

Scientists probe Pacific volcanoes’ risk to NZ’s internet

Scientists say huge undersea Pacific eruptions pose threat to cables linking NZ to world.

Revealed: LED lights keep great white sharks away from surfers

NZ’s 'Shark Man' supports the research but warns it's not foolproof.

DNA test: Cold case mum's pain after mystery remains found

The remains were discovered in a rural area of Waikato earlier this week.

Markets with Madison: Nuclear fusion

Billions of dollars has been invested into efforts to solve nuclear fusion. How this start-up's breakthrough could make endless energy a reality. Video / Mark Mitchell

‘One to two hours’ notice’: The NZ region at risk of 12m-high tsunamis

Tsunami surges as high as four-storey buildings could strike in an unexpected part of NZ.

Uranus could be more interesting than we thought, says Nasa

A study showed the icy planet was buffeted by a rare solar storm during Voyager 2's flyby.

Premiums under pressure: Is this the biggest question climate change poses for insurance?

Climate impacts are beginning to put pressure on many Kiwis' insurance. What should NZ do?