![Research banner for news](/files/styles/hero_very_small_phone_320x228/public/2019-09/news-banner-2.jpg?h=bc46578a&itok=9Xb0rAyP)
Newsroom
![Aspire Design and Construct Executive Director Lisa Jenkinson, Minister for Skills, Training and International Education Joel Bowden, CDU Vice-Chancellor Professor Scott Bowman and CDU TAFE Chief Executive Mike Hamilton at the construction site.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-11/231115_MinBowdenVisit-19.jpg?h=e3b63d96&itok=Yu2IjRm3)
CDU Trades Centre ground-works commence
The latest addition to Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Trades Precinct is now underway, with construction commencing on the CDU Trades Training Centre at Casuarina campus.
![The project by three Charles Darwin University experts will delve into how weather events affect where people choose to live.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-11/iStock-1207848062a.jpg?h=f7d9296c&itok=avPLyxyO)
Project to examine the relationship between severe weather and migration
A new Charles Darwin University (CDU) project will explore how extreme weather events are affecting where Australians choose to live and how this migration could have consequences for service provisions, infrastructure planning, disaster management and more.
![Dr Mark Englund was recognised with the Alumni Award for Industry Excellence. Picture: Julianne Osborne](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-11/CDU_Alumni_Awards_2023-7.jpg?h=8c1344d8&itok=xxPQPakd)
Alumni achievements celebrated at annual awards
A Darwin-born tech entrepreneur and innovator is one of a handful of individuals recognised for their extraordinary achievements at Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Alumni Awards.
![CDU PhD candidate Adam Rexroade](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-11/CDU%20PhD%20Candidate%20Adam%20Rexroade.jpg?h=9ad80152&itok=kJ3OKGKP)
From Chicago to the NT: CDU PhD candidate on tropical quest to study carbon unknown
The Northern Territory’s dusty red tracks are a long way from the city streets of Chicago, but for Charles Darwin University (CDU) PhD candidate Adam Rexroade, his commute to work is far more exciting and adventurous down under.
![CDU researchers Dr Matthew Abunyewah and Professor Mitchell Byrne are investigating community resilience to drought to better prepare residents of Alice Springs for future possible severe effects.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-11/iStock-508400995.jpg?h=119335f7&itok=xeS21QlP)
Drought resilience framework is needed as NT expects extreme heat
As the Northern Territory continues to experience extreme weather conditions, Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers are investigating the role community leaders play in building resilience during times of drought.
![The IT Code Fair is an opportunity for students and industry to connect and explore what’s on the horizon for programming and what solutions are possible for problem we have with technology now.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-10/221209_ITFairCode-41.jpg?h=ee107715&itok=s5ftH6KF)
Code fair brings together the Territory’s brightest minds for 10th anniversary celebrations
The Northern Territory’s brightest minds are coming together for this year’s Charles Darwin University (CDU) IT Code Fair in Darwin.
![young women sings into microphone](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-10/singingshotweb.png?h=efb1234f&itok=f7JQKkKb)
Alice Springs locals shine in world premiere at Byron Bay International Film Festival
A film that is based in Alice Springs with a cast and crew made up entirely of locals had its World Premiere this week at the Byron Bay International Film Festival.
![The study with Charles Darwin University's Dr Dylan Irvine explored the opportunities and limitations of ChatGPT in hydrological science practices.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-10/DSC03059a.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=FvalhcxN)
AI could free up time to solve the world’s problems
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) water expert who uses ChatGPT to analyse hydrological data in a fraction of time says Artificial Intelligence (AI) could allow researchers to dedicate more time to the world’s most pressing problems.
![Associate Professor, Elaine Ḻäwurrpa Maypilama has been nominated for the prestigious Northern Territory 2024 Senior Australian of the Year.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-10/Elaine%20Lawurrpa%20Maypilama%203a.jpg?h=3171ebe6&itok=MZzRKbI2)
CDU Associate Professor nominated for the NT 2024 Senior Australian of the Year
Associate Professor, Elaine Ḻäwurrpa Maypilama from Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Molly Wardaguga Research Centre has been nominated for the prestigious Northern Territory 2024 Senior Australian of the Year.
Contact
The CDU Newsroom is the central point of contact for all media enquiries to Charles Darwin University (CDU). The media team promotes University research, manages requests for expert commentary and produces articles and media releases for news outlets. For all enquiries to film on campus please email the team below.