In a new study, Dr Qian Gao explores the interaction of heritage conservation and social values at two Buddhism-inspired rock carvings (Dazu and Anyue) in southwest China.

A new international study has challenged long-held assumptions about the origins and history of democratic practices.

A hidden section of medieval wall painting, not seen for hundreds of years, is giving clues to the grand past of Durham Castle.

The teamwork behind the discovery of the Melsonby Hoard has been recognised with a national award from one of the UK’s leading archaeological publications.

Our Spotlight on series celebrates the world-leading work of our academics. Professor Chris Gerrard is an archaeologist who thrives on taking a cross-discipline approach to uncovering the past, giving rise to fascinating insights and innovative projects.

We’ve signed a new partnership with Historic England to advance research and public engagement on North East England’s natural and cultural heritage.

The Melsonby Hoard - an internationally significant Iron Age find excavated by our Department of Archaeology, including our Archaeological Services team - will go on display to the public later this year.

Professor Anna Leone is a leading authority on North African archaeology and heritage protection. Her work is driven by her fascination with North Africa and for understanding societal transitions and evolutions in the ancient world.

A new podcast sharing the experiences of upland farmers and shepherds in the Cheviot Hills in North East England has been launched by a Durham-led research team.

We’re helping to show the hidden history of one of North East England’s ancient palaces to the public.

Our experts have helped uncover evidence of a Roman industrial hub on the banks of the River Wear, at Offerton, near Sunderland.

Durham University has entered into a partnership with the MarcoPolo700 Foundation to develop a pioneering East-West Institute in Hong Kong and Durham.