Dr Shaid Mahmood, our Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion), has been appointed to the Government’s Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group.

Our research has informed a new Parliamentary report on how the UK can strengthen its position in the global space sector.

Research from our Department of Earth Sciences has identified the potential source of nitrogen pollution affecting a popular bathing area.

A delegation from Peking University (PKU), led by its President, Professor Gong Qihuang, visited Durham to reinforce our long-standing strategic partnership.

The ability to make art has often been considered a hallmark of our species. Professor Paul Pettitt of our Archaeology Department explores the evidence that our ancient sister species, the Neanderthals, were capable of creating art.

Professor Jeff Warburton from our Geography Department sheds light on how devastating dam failures in the 1920s led to major safety reforms and engineering improvements that made reservoirs far more secure. However, he warns that the growing impacts of climate change including more extreme weather and flooding are once again putting these ageing structures and their safety standards under serious strain.