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A collection of media highlights from Charles Darwin University
New CDU health facility breaks ground
Construction of Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new $25.8 million Centre for Better Health Futures is about to commence, with a ceremony held on-site celebrating the start of a new health teaching and research facility.
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CDU kicks off NAIDOC Week after victory at Indigenous Nationals
Celebrations for NAIDOC Week at Charles Darwin University (CDU) kicked off with a victory early this week, as First Nations students took home the trophy in the basketball final at the Indigenous Nationals games.
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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Charles Darwin University (CDU) and Desert Knowledge Australia (DKA) will aim to strengthen research and encourage a culture of innovation in Central Australia.
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Charles Darwin University (CDU) has ranked in the top 200 universities in the world as part of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.
Read more about CDU top 200 university in the world for impactNew CDU city campus tops out in Darwin skyline
Super structure works for Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new $250 million Education and Community Precinct are now complete, with a topping out ceremony held on-site finalising the milestone.
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Research excellence helps CDU rise in Times Higher Education Young University Ranking
Charles Darwin University (CDU) has made significant progress in the rankings of top universities established within the last 50 years.
Read more about Research excellence helps CDU rise in Times Higher Education Young University RankingResearch amplifies the importance of waterholes for Aboriginal people
Research into male migration across remote communities in central Australia has shown how waterholes influence First Nations people patterns of migration.
Read more about Research amplifies the importance of waterholes for Aboriginal peopleTop Chinese firms focused on environmental, social and governance have high-quality financial reporting
Chinese companies that invest in environmental and socially responsible projects have high-quality financial reporting and accountability, according to a new study from Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers.
Read more about Top Chinese firms focused on environmental, social and governance have high-quality financial reportingStudy finds AI can predict cybersickness in VR users
Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be used to help combat nausea, headaches and dizziness among virtual reality (VR) users and make the technology more accessible, according to a new study with Charles Darwin University (CDU).
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“On Fire" night of discovery sheds light on savanna management
Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers will share their expertise in a night of discovery about the impact of fire and various management techniques on savanna ecosystems around the world.
Read more about “On Fire" night of discovery sheds light on savanna managementCivil Construction Pre-employment program aims to fill local workforce gaps
Fifteen students identified through local jobs program and in partnership with Charles Darwin University TAFE Alice Springs will complete a 10-week intensive pre-employment program this week.
Read more about Civil Construction Pre-employment program aims to fill local workforce gapsPathways to Politics program Alumni leading the charge for the YES Voice in the NT
An alumni of Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Pathways to Politics Program for Women is putting the skills and knowledge she learnt to the test as she leads the “Yes” campaign in th
Read more about Pathways to Politics program Alumni leading the charge for the YES Voice in the NTCDU joins celebration of the Barunga Statement’s 35th Anniversary at annual festival
The historic Barunga Statement, a pivotal moment in the journey towards First Nations rights in Australia, commemorated its 35th anniversary this year at the annual Barunga festival.
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CDU staff member attends key Veterans forum in Canberra
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) lecturer and leading researcher into veterans lived experience post-discharge, has presented a snippet of her research at the Female Veterans and Veterans' Families Forum, in Canberra recently.
Read more about CDU staff member attends key Veterans forum in CanberraCDU researcher makes ABC Top 5 Science
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) researcher is one of only five academics across Australia to be chosen to attend this year’s prestigious ABC Top 5 Science media residency.
Read more about CDU researcher makes ABC Top 5 ScienceCDU Lecturer’s drone coding workshop for Territory schools takes flight
Young Territorians will be introduced to the fascinating world of drones, thanks to a National Science Week grant won by a Charles Darwin University (CDU) lecturer.
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CDU students make their mark at Indigenous Nationals games
For the second year ever, a team of 14 talented and athletic Charles Darwin University (CDU) students will compete at the upcoming Indigenous Nationals games, set to take place in Melbourne next week.
Read more about CDU students make their mark at Indigenous Nationals gamesCDU student paramedics tested in a simulated explosion
Charles Darwin University (CDU) paramedic students were put through their paces in a real-life scenario that included the sights and sounds they would expect while responding to emergencies.
Read more about CDU student paramedics tested in a simulated explosionRecord number of First Nations students graduated this year in Alice Springs
A record number of students have graduated in Alice Springs, with over 20 per cent of the cohort being First Nations.
Read more about Record number of First Nations students graduated this year in Alice SpringsCDU international student-run festival lights up Darwin
The highly anticipated Kindness Festival, the largest student-led event in the Top End, returned for its third consecutive year in 2023, bringing to light the diverse and welcoming multicultural community of the Territory.
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