Health and Human Sciences News
Encouraging more Aboriginal people into the legal profession
CDU student Jared O’Neill is set to graduate from his Bachelor of Laws degree. He was awarded a four-year Bachelor of Laws Scholarship from The Department of the Attorney-General and Justice.
Tai chi brings relief and better outcomes to breast cancer survivors
The Chinese movement and meditation technique, Tai chi, has been found to assist in the relief of a cluster of symptoms experienced by breast cancer survivors.
Training the next generation of NT paramedics
The next generation of Northern Territory paramedics have begun studying at Charles Darwin University this week, with 36 paramedicine students aiming to hit the local workforce within three years.
CDU program to boost NT’s paramedics workforce
In a first for the Northern Territory, paramedics can now train locally providing a much-needed boost for recruitment and retention
CDU academics named among world’s most influential
Charles Darwin University academics have been named as some of the most influential scientists in the world as part of newly-released database compiled by Stanford University.
CDU welcomes distinguished Provost
A leader with significant international experience and a distinguished academic career has been welcomed as Charles Darwin University’s new Provost.
‘Oarsome’ CDU to host indoor rowing championships
Rowing enthusiasts of all ages are set for an “oarsome” weekend when Charles Darwin University hosts Northern Territory competitors as part of the Australian Indoor Rowing Championships this Sunday.
CDU to train homegrown paramedics
Paramedics will soon be able to train locally in the Northern Territory thanks to a new partnership between Charles Darwin University and St John NT.
Microbiologist recognised for excellence
Darwin microbiologist Professor Phil Giffard has been recognised for his exceptional service and contribution to science by the Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM) with the society’s Distinguished Service Award.
Spotlight on birthweight impact on sporting success
Charles Darwin University PhD candidate Tim Howarth is investigating the health status and sporting prowess of adults who were born underweight, as part of a project to develop a training approach that optimises gains for low birthweight people.