Science and Technology news
CDU students pitch sustainable solution to medical waste
Charles Darwin University have participated in their first international Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, with students pitching a sustainable solution to the growing problem of medical waste.
Health monitoring devices at risk of being hacked, study shows
Billions of people around the world are using internet-connected medical devices to monitor their health, but could be putting themselves at risk of hackers using their data for unhealthy reasons according to a new cybersecurity study.
Researchers spinning fibers to help the Territory and beyond
Researchers at Charles Darwin University are using a state-of-the-art nanofiber fabrication facility to create fibers that are 10 to 100 times thinner than a spider’s silk to solve some of the pressing issues the Northern Territory is facing.
CDU engineers shine in global researcher ranking
Charles Darwin University engineers using research to build a more innovative and sustainable society are among the most prestigious academics in the world, according to a distinguished list from Stanford University.
New study shows AI can forecast mining disasters
Artificial Intelligence can forecast gas-related incidents in coal mines within half an hour, according to a new study exploring how the technology can reduce the risk of disasters.
New photography competition and exhibition showcases CDU’s research
From ants encircling their prey to the microscopic details of a moth’s antenna, a new photography competition and exhibition is giving the public a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of academic research.
New partnership seeks to improve food security in Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste is taking steps to achieve greater food security for its people with a research partnership with Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers to increase on-farm labour productivity
Can your smartwatch get hacked? Study shows what information is at risk
Smartwatches might be good for tracking steps and heartrates, but they can also offer hackers a wealth of personal information to exploit, according to a new Charles Darwin University study.
CDU Casuarina Open Day to shine a light on new opportunities
Charles Darwin University (CDU) will host its 2024 Open Day at its Casuarina Campus this Saturday to give Territorians a peak at what the University has to offer.