Welcome to the 2019 edition of inSCight. This issue is themed ‘Science in space'.

More than a few researchers we meet on our travels raise an amused, sceptical eyebrow at the thought of Kiwis being among those with an interest in space...

One of New Zealand’s most valuable export fish species is about to take on a new persona in the world of astronomy...

Space research is playing an influential role in a very down-to-earth project that aims to unlock the biological secrets of the Hauraki Gulf.

Physics alumnus Joshua Rippon’s childhood fascination with the Universe has led to a dream job with Rocket Lab where he can indulge his passion for space.

Biotechnology and Materials Engineering alumna Yaoyao Ding is an entrepreneur making her own mark on the world.

Best apps, websites, Matariki and why the Milky Way smells like rum...

Are we alone? Is there life elsewhere? How did life begin? These are some of the questions the University of Auckland’s Te Ao Mārama – Centre for Fundamental Inquiry focuses its attention on.

The relentless quest to prove whether there once was life on Mars is a key driver behind two trans-Tasman research initiatives.

In 2022 a next-generation telescope fitted with the world’s largest digital camera will start to capture the first 'motion picture' of the Universe.

Anastasiya Kiddle is the youngest member of 2018 CubeSat competition winners, Kessler, and responsible for tether operations research.

Amelia Cordwell has a curious mind and an enduring love and respect for physics and the scientific study of space.

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