Discovery of new glider species highlights conservation risk
Research by Charles Darwin University has changed what was known about the charismatic nectar-loving sugar glider, finding that they are at more risk than ever, particularly after the recent bushfires devastating south-eastern Australia.
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Yolŋu short courses to teach Matha (language) and Rom (culture)
People wishing to learn or expand their knowledge of the north-east Arnhem Land language of Yolŋu can now enrol in a series of short courses at Charles Darwin University.
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Emergency food parcels help students in time of need
Charles Darwin University students and staff have provided more than 3600 emergency student food parcels during the past three months to assist students across the NT who have been experiencing financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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CDU research informs global conservation effort
Charles Darwin University researchers have contributed to an international call for 30% of the planet to be protected to address the alarming collapse of the natural world.
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Students call to reduce single-use plastics
A Charles Darwin University environmental action group is lending its support to Plastic Free July, an initiative that encourages people to be part of the solution to plastic pollution.
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Research calls for cultural valuing of Aussie species
Indigenous values should be at the centre of conservation planning and decision making to ensure more equitable environmental and cultural outcomes, according to research by a Charles Darwin University PhD candidate.
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Spotlight on birthweight impact on sporting success
A Charles Darwin University PhD candidate 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.
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CIFAS information day to suit enquiring minds
Current and prospective students interested in engaging in a host of programs offered by the College of Indigenous Futures, Arts & Society are being encouraged to attend an information and enrolment day tomorrow.
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Research provides roadmap towards global species list
A roadmap to an agreed list of all the world’s species, from mammals and birds to plants, fungi and microbes, has been created for the first time and could have global impacts for their conservation.
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