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New guidance developed to improve rape investigations
We’ve helped to develop new guidance for police forces to improve investigations of rape and sexual offences.
New research opens avenues for more efficient and stable blue OLED displays
Researchers in our top-rated Physics department are world-leading experts in their field.
Ancient origins of fallow deer should inform conservation
New research has revealed the hidden cultural histories of modern populations of fallow deer, dating back to the Neolithic period, which should be factored into decisions around their management and conservation.
Capturing fans’ memories of Sunderland football club
A new research project will capture fans’ memories of Sunderland football club going back to the 1950s, 60s and 70s.
AI-VISION project secures Innovate UK funding to advance precision medicine
A collaborative project between Durham, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), The Royal Marsden Hospital, and techbio company Concr, has been awarded a prestigious Innovate UK grant.
Durham research has a lasting global impact
We have launched a new Global Research Brochure where we shine a light on some of our incredible researchers who are making a difference in the world.
Welcoming the Year of the Dragon
We would like to wish all those preparing for and celebrating the arrival of the Year of the Dragon a very happy and healthy New Year. A range of exciting celebrations will be taking place across the University and City to mark the special occasion.
Short story award success for Durham academic
An Associate Professor in our English department has followed in the footsteps of some of her favourite short story writers by winning the Edge Hill Short Story Prize Readers’ Choice Award.
Durham University receives £1 million EPSRC grant for AI research hub
We have been awarded a £1 million grant as part of a new £10 million national research hub from Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) that will focus on developing new mathematical foundations for artificial intelligence (AI).
Investigating West Antarctic Ice Sheet’s climate secrets
We’re part of an international project pushing new boundaries to understand how the vulnerable West Antarctic Ice Sheet could respond to climate change.
Taking the lead on sport and culture for County Durham
Durham City Run Festival returns this July, with our support as a major partner.
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