Where rubber meets the road: Old tyres are key to building tougher roads
Almost half of the Northern Territory’s worn-out tyres end up in landfills – with the rest exported interstate for recycling – but a study led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) is repurposing the discarded rubber to build stronger, sustainable roads that meet the NT’s unique needs.
Project to improve PFAS firefighting alternative
As the world phases out use of PFAS-based foams in firefighting for the safer but less effective fluorine-free foams, a new Charles Darwin University project is aiming to increase the efficacy of this alternative foam.
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Researchers train AI to diagnose lung diseases
Artificial Intelligence could become a radiologist’s best friend, with researchers training the technology to accurately diagnose pneumonia, COVID-19 and other lung diseases.
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Forensic scientists issue call to arms to build forensic intelligence capability
Forensics has well-recognised application in the courtroom, but a new report is arguing the science has much more to give.
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Global sewage study reveals condition of Darwin’s harbour
A global study of sewage contamination in harbours, with samples taken from 18 cities across five continents, has revealed that faecal contamination of Darwin Harbour from sewage is very low compared to the rest of the world.
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CDU mourns passing of beloved Territorian
Charles Darwin University acknowledges passing of distinguished judge, educator and former Administrator of the Northern Territory, the Honourable Austin Asche AC KC.
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Study reveals extreme rate of Australia’s invertebrate extinction
An estimated one to three species of insects and other native invertebrates are becoming extinct in Australia every week, according to a new study revealing the immense scale of the nation’s biodiversity loss.
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CDU PhD student receives Google’s backing to help Close the Gap
Australian research aimed at closing the gap in First Nations health outcomes through new and emerging technologies like AI has received the backing of Google.
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Oldies but goodies: Study shows why elderly animals offer crucial scientific insights
A new study on ageing in the animal kingdom has highlighted how urgently Earth’s oldest and wisest creatures must be protected, with knowledge and environmental stability lost due to human intervention.
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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.
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