A conservative estimate of the productivity gains form working from home suggests they're bigger than all of the reforms of the 1990s combined.
New research shows how the next generation of ultra-secure communication could be possible with existing infrastructure.
Children who 'passively' use screens are more likely to suffer academically, a study found. But there was no evidence of a link between video games and...
We've discovered a new protein produced by the liver, and found it helps control blood sugar levels in mice. This could revolutionise the way we treat...
Stroke is New Zealand's third highest cause of death, but few people recognise its symptoms and risk factors, particularly in Pasifika and Māori communities where stroke...
New research shows that the oldest surviving anatomical atlas comes from Han Dynasty China, and was written over 2,000 years ago.
Stomach pains are a rare symptom of COVID-19 and are much more likely to be caused by something else.
A new silicone 'skin' contains electronics that mimic the human body's lightning-fast response to pain, potentially paving the way for smart prosthetics that can detect painful...
Building renewable energy infrastructure involves mining for materials such as lithium, graphite and cobalt. If not done responsibly, that could cause huge environmental damage.
We have to balance the risk of transmission with the mental health challenges of lockdowns. A bubble system could alleviate loneliness while minimising infection risk.