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Curious Kids: what was the biggest dinosaur that ever lived?
Otago success in QS World Rankings
Quantum technologies are changing our world – what does NZ need to be part of the next revolution?
Disability Action Plan launch signifies commitment to inclusivity
2025 Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust scholarship recipients announced
HPV vaccine can and will prevent cancer – study finds
More locally trained doctors in primary care
Minimal health gains from star ratings on food, modelling estimates
Researchers call for end to futile CPR
5 years on, COVID remains NZ’s most important infectious disease – it still demands a strong response
Calculating the economic cost of climate change is tricky, even futile – it’s also a distraction
Refreshed eating disorders strategy announced during awareness week
Govt invests $25m in Otago-led genomics research
Repeated invasions shape NZ’s bird life
Loss of forests brought new birds to NZ during the last Ice Age – we’re witnessing a similar process now
Preparing more PhD students to lift productivity
We asked young people if they wanted tighter vaping regulation to phase out nicotine – here’s what they said
Impact of drinking on mood and wellbeing
New Treatment Hope For Childhood Cancers
Otago treasures under the lens in new exhibition
Books of mana: 10 essential reads for Waitangi Day
Revealing underwater secrets with new technique
Pregnant women can now get a free RSV shot. What other vaccines do you need when you’re expecting?
Otago Welcomes Dunedin Hospital Announcement
Otago scientists discover Antarctic fast ice secrets
Predicting ‘male-time’ with the Androgen Clock
Study focusses on nitrous oxide use
Earth is bombarded with rocks from space – but who gets to keep these ultimate antiques?
Despite fears of falling trust in expert knowledge, a global survey shows New Zealanders value science highly
HRC funding to help tackle diabetes ‘massive inequity’
How feelings of disconnection and lack of control fuel conspiracy beliefs – new research
Rates of psychological distress higher for Pacific adults
Glam tidings of joy: how Slade made Merry Xmas Everybody a seasonal hit for the ages
Call for action against gastric cancer precursor
Judicial Appointments Announced 13 December
Honorary degrees for two Otago leaders
New research updates old earthquake theory
‘Honour of a lifetime’ for world-class neuroscientist
Self-testing acceptable screening method – research
‘It’s the worst feeling’ – young New Zealanders regret their vaping addictions but feel unsupported to quit
Marsden Fund changes ‘significant step backwards’
NZ is consulting the public on regulations for puberty blockers – this should be a medical decision not a political one
Young vapers feel judged, stigmatised, and blame themselves for addiction
Insect fossil find “extremely rare”
Privatisation by stealth: changes to education in NZ opening the door to private interests
Families benefitting from Healthy Homes Initiative
The COVID inquiry report is an excellent guide to preparing for the next pandemic – health cuts put that at risk
How sharing stories about river restoration can inspire others to take care of waterways