New ZealandMilk could help regrow human muscleA Canterbury researcher's work is the first step towards regrowing body parts.18 Jul 06:20 AM
New ZealandUS Air Force funds Kiwi tech projectThe US Air Force has put $250,000 into an innovative Kiwi study.18 Jul 01:26 AM
New ZealandScientists reveal Auckland's explosive historyAuckland's volcanic past has been pieced back together, revealing explosive surprises.17 Jul 11:16 PM
EnvironmentWorld-class marine research centre plannedCouncil takes next step towards getting world-class Waikato University research institute.17 Jul 06:00 PM
Lifestyle27 stressful times that age the brainCheating partner or dreadful in-laws could age your brain by four years, say scientists.17 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleFish oil findings prove promising for mumsNZ study raises possibility fresh fish oil may aid children of overweight pregnant women.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFish oil findings prove promising for mumsNZ study raises possibility fresh fish oil may aid children of overweight pregnant women.Watch17 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSolar blast creates stunning auroraA solar storm is turning southern skies into a dramatic, colourful kaleidoscope.17 Jul 12:25 AM
OpinionAnimal emotions: How your pet's feelingCOMMENT: Animal emotions stare us in the face - are our pets happy?16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandViagra trial aims to help underweight babiesA Kiwi trial is exploring how Viagra may help underweight babies before and after birth.16 Jul 05:30 AM
WorldNASA runs out of funds to send humans to marsNASA's announcement will put the planned 2030s expedition on hold indefinitely.16 Jul 02:41 AM
New ZealandCold? These NZ bugs freeze solid - and surviveSome New Zealand insects literally freeze solid over the cold months - and survive.16 Jul 01:01 AM
LifestyleGenius or mad scientist? Dr plans head transplantItalian Sergio Canavero is poised to do the first human head transplant.15 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Online doctor will see you nowCOMMENT: Telehealth app is connecting children with common conditions to online doctors.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: Is yours a rich or poor face?It's possible to tell whether someone's wealthy or not just by looking at their face.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop Kiwi innovators hailed at research awardsScience innovators have been recognised at our top awards for bringing research to market.14 Jul 12:12 AM
LifestyleHow lazy are New Zealanders?Kiwis need to get moving more if research from Stanford is to be believed.13 Jul 10:32 PM
New ZealandFrench Connection: Boosting our greeneryThe final part of the Herald's French Connection series looks at unlocking green spaces.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFirst kids breath-tested in obesity studyAn obesity study that will breath-test thousands of Kiwi kids is off to a promising start.13 Jul 03:32 AM
World'Sixth mass extinction already underway'Scientists warn three-quarters of all species could soon disappear from our planet.13 Jul 01:37 AM
New ZealandQ&A: Antarctica's new trillion-tonne icebergA Kiwi Antarctic scientist discusses the break-off of a trillion-tonne iceberg.13 Jul 12:43 AM
New ZealandFood compounds used for long-life rat luresA group of compounds commonly found in foods will be used to create long-life rat lures.12 Jul 05:29 AM
New Zealand'Wonder material' could suck CO2 from airNZ scientists are studying a wonder material that could suck carbon dioxide from the air.12 Jul 03:49 AM
AgribusinessNew centre to boost Kiwi farm genomicsAgricultural research will be boosted by a Massey University-led centre, launching today.12 Jul 02:45 AM
New Zealand6.4 quake struck in little-understood zoneLast night's 6.4 quake came from a seismic zone that has produced major recent quakes.12 Jul 12:19 AM
New ZealandKiwi scientists help build huge climate databaseKiwi scientists have helped build the most comprehensive global climate database yet.11 Jul 01:00 PM
BusinessBattery-free smartphone dials up new possibilitiesPoor battery life remains one of the most unavoidable frustrations for modern devices.11 Jul 07:32 AM
New ZealandWhy NZ's alpine plants face extinctionAlpine plants are at risk as climate change and tourism spread weeds to higher altitudes.11 Jul 01:58 AM
New ZealandScientists see if native plants trigger kakapo breedingScientists say native plant hormones could be helping kakapo breed successfully.11 Jul 12:15 AM
New ZealandProminent NZ scientist Chris de Freitas diesNZ scientist Associate Professor Chris de Freitas has died after a struggle with cancer.10 Jul 10:57 PM
New ZealandParis role model for going greenWhat can the City of Sails learn from the City of Light to make itself greener?10 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionIs Dry July worth taking the pledge?COMMENT: Yes, alcohol awareness campaigns like Dry July can work, but not for everyone.09 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionNetworking key for self-drive carsCOMMENT: Sharing information can cut congestion and save travel time.09 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhy we find food yum or yuckWhy do some people find some foods yummy while others find the same foods taste yucky?08 Jul 10:30 PM
