Science and Technology news
Farmer’s prized cow wins top award at Katherine Show
A Katherine educator who is teaching students how to work on rural farms is trying to milk all she can out of a competitive cow.
First public training courses launched by CDU in Nhulunbuy
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is launching its first public qualifications for the local community in Nhulunbuy since 2013, as a part of the University’s plans to reinvigorate its presence in the region and train people on their home soil.
Ants a mirror to ecosystem restoration
New research underway at Charles Darwin University (CDU) aims to develop a genetics-based technique for monitoring ants and termites as indicators for the rehabilitation of ecosystems following mining.
Australian native rice is one step closer to appearing on restaurant menus
Putting Australian native rice on our plates and in restaurants is one step closer after a successful harvest of three species sourced from Northern Australian wetlands.
More than 10 CDU VET staff and students recognised in NT Training Awards
Charles Darwin University (CDU) staff and students in Vocational Education and Training (VET) have been recognised as finalists in the 2022 Northern Territory Training Awards.
CDU to revitalise Sydney Campus and expand international course offerings
The Sydney campus of Charles Darwin University (CDU) is set to be revitalised with expanded course offerings to cater to more international students who want to experience living and working in Australia’s biggest city.
New CDU and RMIT joint facility to drive development of the aerospace industry in Northern Australia
Charles Darwin University (CDU) will house an advanced manufacturing and test flight facility for the development of drones, as well as broader aerospace and defence industry parts.
NASA astronomers in Katherine to observe Pluto pass with CDU students
Charles Darwin University (CDU) students are joining a team of NASA-funded scientists and astronomers to observe Pluto pass in front of a distant star in Katherine on June 1.
Testing facility taking part in the innovative Alice Springs Future Grid project
Charles Darwin University (CDU) has teamed up with the Alice Springs Future Grid project to help investigate how the Central Australian town can use more renewable energy.