Science and Technology news
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 NT training to meet electric vehicle demand
After successfully delivering its first nationally accredited hybrid and battery electric vehicle training in the Northern Territory earlier this year, the MTA this week delivered a course with Charles Darwin University (CDU) to meet local demand.
Research institute seeks experts to protect and grow Northern Australia’s agriculture
Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) newly introduced Research Institute of Northern Agriculture (RINA) will foster innovation and protect agriculture industries against biosecurity threats, such as Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
Researchers discover hundreds of new ant species in Northern Australia’s tropics
Thousands of new species of ants from the monsoonal tropics have been discovered by researchers at Charles Darwin University (CDU), making ant populations in Northern Australia some of the most diverse in the world.
Northern Territory to receive first hydrogen-fueled generator as CDU prepares for future
Charles Darwin University (CDU) will be part of the Northern Territory’s hydrogen-fueled future with a pilot hydrogen generator, storage, and fuel-cell system to be established in Darwin.
Supporting training and technology in advanced manufacturing in the Territory
Manufacturers in the Northern Territory will soon gain access to a multi-million-dollar advanced manufacturing facility that will house robotic and bespoke automation products.
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.