‘For us at least, he was Stephen’ – Auckland University physicist reflects on loss of Stephen Hawking

Auckland University study finds Rangitoto magma still warm after 600 years

New research on Rangitoto is helping scientists plan for what might happen if Auckland's biggest volcano erupts.

Gene technology bill delayed again — PM says 'it's complicated'

The bill would relax New Zealand's gene technology restrictions, ending a 30-year ban on gene technology outside laboratory settings.

White noise speeds up beer fermentation by over a day – research

Playing white noise to beer has been shown to speed up fermentation by up to 20%, according to new research.

PM's new chief science advisor on role changes — full Q+A interview

"The advice I give is independent. It's independent of thought, but it is considerate of the drivers of the day," he told Q+A.