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New online C++ course supports development of high-performance computing skills

Researchers and software engineers from our Computer Science Department and Advanced Research Computing (ARC) have created a new online course to help postgraduate students and research professionals develop their programming skills.
Hard drive for High Performance Computing

New toolkit supports conversations about mental health among neurodivergent young people

Research conducted with neurodivergent young people has inspired the launch of a new toolkit on how to speak with them about co-occurring mental health challenges when they seek support.
A young woman sits in a chair facing the camera, while talking to a therapist.

Durham researcher contributes to new UK disability physical activity report

Dr Toni Williams, from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, has contributed to a major report with Disability Rights UK exploring the "Activity Trap".
A person being offered support by another person completing paperwork

Online Safety Act drives VPN interest and raises privacy concerns

People’s online behaviour has changed in response to legislation to prevent children from viewing harmful content – raising possible privacy and security risks, research suggests.
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Biosciences researchers join major £54m effort to tackle biosecurity threats

Our biosciences researchers are playing a leading role in a major new study investigating how pollution accelerates the evolution of drug-resistant bacteria, often called superbugs.
A water pipe outdoors with dirty brown water overflowing from it.

Dr Fiona Hill receives Freedom of the City of London

Our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill CMG, has received the civic honour of Freedom of the City of London and was admitted to the Livery of the Haberdashers’ Company.
Alderman Sir William Russell, Dr Fiona Hill CMG, Lucian Hudson, Leyla Boulton, Senior Editor, FT, Alderman Alison Gowman CBE

Durham MSc International Business ranked second in the world

Our MSc International Business has been ranked second globally, first in the UK and first in Europe in the QS International Trade Rankings 2027.
Students talking and smiling at a high table in Durham University Business School

Celebrate Science 2026 returns to Locomotion

Curious minds of all ages are invited to explore, experiment and discover as Celebrate Science returns to Locomotion in Shildon this October half term.
A boy enjoying an experiment at Celebrate Science

New light and sound experience brings Durham Castle’s Norman past to life

Visitors to Durham Castle can step back nearly 1,000 years thanks to a new immersive light and sound installation in one of England's oldest Norman buildings.
Three people smiling at the camera in an old chapel with sandstone pillars. A colourful projection covers them and the wall behind them. The projection is reminiscent of The Bayeux Tapestry.

Professor Simon Cornish elected Fellow of the American Physical Society

Professor Simon Cornish, from our Department of Physics, has been elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS) in recognition of his pioneering research into ultracold quantum matter.
Professor Simon Cornish standing in the sunshine with a view of treetops and Durham Cathedral behind him

Durham honorary graduate Navi Pillay awarded Nobel Peace Prize

Durham honorary graduate Navanethem (Navi) Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2026 for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
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Europe’s largest solar telescope reaches major milestone with Durham involvement

Our scientists are part of an international team behind plans for Europe’s largest solar telescope – which has just reached a new milestone.
An artist's impression of a telescope surrounded by trees, pointing at a blue sky