Professor Lei Chen of our Law School has been elected to the Academia Europaea, one of Europe’s most distinguished academic bodies.

Scientists from our Computer Science Department have led two innovative projects that have received major recognition at one of Europe’s leading robotics events.

Following a visit to Australia and New Zealand, Professor Janet Stewart, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, has laid the groundwork for new research collaborations under Durham University’s Transformative Humanities work.

Experts from our Engineering and Philosophy departments have contributed to a new report highlighting the importance of soil in building the UK’s national resilience.

David Harper, Emeritus Professor of Palaeontology and former Principal of Van Mildert College, has been awarded the 2025 Lapworth Medal. This is the Palaeontological Association’s highest honour.

A new report has set out what foundations would be needed to install wind turbines off the coast of North East England.

Ten Durham sports teams competed in the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Big Wednesday event this year, coming away with an outstanding set of results.

Colleagues from across the University caught up with past and future students at two receptions in India

Our Department of Computer Science has welcomed an exciting new arrival: Alan, a humanoid robot that will support a wide range of future research.

An internationally renowned expert from our Law School has given evidence to MPs on police cooperation between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland post-Brexit.

For over a decade, Northern Lights A Cappella, our student‑run and award‑winning singing group, has been a standout part of our student performing arts community.

Carol Adams is an Emeritus Professor of Accounting in our Business School. She is a globally renowned expert in corporate accounting and sustainability reporting, focusing on its impact on business, society and the environment.