Help that isn't human
Social robots may be useful in classrooms – and in health to comfort those in need.
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America's Cup "overblown"
Politicians should stop using unrealistic economic studies to justify holding big...
Millennials get bad rap: experts
Branded as poor workers, millennials are misunderstood - some do need help from employers.
Food labels little used: research
Nutrition labels not influencing healthy food choices
Investors cause housing crisis
University research shows shocking truth of property speculators' motives.
VR huge boost for NZ economy
Expert says NZ has a potential gold mine of virtual reality innovation...
Coalition deal: Is our new R&D goal realistic?
Innovation experts welcome new govt's high R&D target - but say it won't be easy to meet.
Online tool calculates solar panel savings
A new tool allows Aucklanders to work out how much rooftop solar panels could save them.
Free speech under threat
Legal expert says suppressing dangerous ideas only makes them more dangerous.
Workers treated like 'modern slaves'
Research shows need for new legislation to protect against worker exploitation.
Baby seals help in health care
Hi-tech 'pets' lend emotional support for lonely dementia patients living at home.
Free speech under threat
Legal expert says suppressing dangerous ideas only makes them more dangerous.
Team NZ show way to big business
America's Cup "bikes on boats" shows creativity needed in "hang up your soul" companies.
Potential break against killer disease
University scientists trial vaccines to spark immune system to beat cancer.
Hearing loss may be dementia risk
New research examines how deafness can lead to other problems - and how to prevent them.
NZ superannuation unaffordable - expert
Pension labelled "pyramid scheme" with baby boomers receiving more out than they pay in.
Lions should go cold on ice baths
The touring rugby team are using ice baths - apparently unaware they are "useless".
Lions tour will learn from UK bombing
New style of Manchester suicide bombing noted by security here, says NZ expert.
New terrorist tactics won't bother Lions
New style of Manchester suicide bombing noted by security here, says NZ expert.
"Healthy diet" bad for old people
75-year-olds lose muscle mass on "healthy diet"
Are screens affecting our brains?
University of Auckland lecturer suggests how to lessen technology dependency.
More people addicted to smartphones
University lecturer points to evidence education & health being affected.
Are there too many managers in NZ firms?
New university study assessing if companies are top-heavy with senior management.
True cost of poor communication
US$125m disaster underlines need to communicate effectively.
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University of Auckland: Dumped fish should be exported
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University of Auckland: New moves should catch multinational tax avoiders
New Zealand should adopt new rules to prevent big multinational companies avoiding tax...
University of Auckland: Napkins used to unleash ideas
A pile of paper napkins could help realise Wendy Kerr's vision for the University of...
University of Auckland: When humour goes wrong at work
Twelve years of examining humour in the New Zealand workplace does not make the...
University of Auckland: TPP - environmental win or missed opportunity?
Trans Pacific Partnership negotiators missed the opportunity to dangle the "carrot of...
University of Auckland: Making money not the biggest reward
There is, in the latest ANZ Barometer Māori Business Key Insights Report, a strong...
University of Auckland: Low-calorie apple flour takes on wheat
Tonnes of fruit pulp normally sent to waste is being turned into nutrient-rich flour...
University of Auckland: How to choose the best NZ flag
Marketers know a thing or two about brands and logos and that is exactly what the...