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Scientists interconvert mirror-image molecules
A group of scientists from our top-rated Chemistry Department and University of York have demonstrated in a new study that carbon-based molecules can be much more dynamic than previously thought.
Fixing Our Climate: The Bangladesh Perspective
Open to students, staff and the wider community, this Durham Global Week event focused on learning about Bangladesh’s emergence as a global leader in international negotiations relating to climate change.
International Scholars' Reception
This year's International Scholars’ Reception held on Wednesday 8 March celebrated the global profile and diversity of our student body, as well as recognising the important partnerships the University maintains with a wide range of international funding bodies and sponsor agencies.
Lord Darroch of Kew discusses democracy in turbulent times
As part of Durham Global Week, we were delighted to welcome distinguished alumnus, Lord Darroch of Kew (Hatfield College, Zoology, 1972-75), to our School of Government and International Affairs.
Local to Global and Respect, Fairness and Equity Award shortlists
As part of Durham Global Week, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for the Local to Global and Respect, Fairness and Equity awards.
Global Professional Services and International Partnership Award shortlists
As part of Durham Global Week, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for the Global Professional Services and International Partnership awards.
Classics researcher visits UAE with charity partner to improve understanding of oracy skills
Dr Arlene Holmes-Henderson, Associate Professor of Classics and Ancient History, recently visited Dubai to conduct research as part of her British Academy Innovation Fellowship.
Oldest fossils of mysterious animal group are actually seaweeds
A leading scientist from our Department of Earth Sciences has collaborated with researchers in China to reveal that a group of prehistoric sea creatures is not as ancient as we thought - their earliest fossils are actually seaweeds.
Language Encounters pop-up social cafes launches
A series of Language Encounters launched yesterday evening (Tuesday 7 March) as part of Durham Global Week. Two pop-up social cafes took place, focusing on Korean and German at Ustinov College and St Aidan's College respectively. Mark Critchley, Director of the Centre for Foreign Language Study (CFLS) takes a closer look at the Korean Cafe.
Supporting teacher training in India
Experts from our top-rated School of Education, in association with the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune, have undertaken a unique training programme for teachers in India on ‘hands on-minds on-effective teaching and learning of science.’
Global Volunteering and Global College Award shortlists
As part of Durham Global Week, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for the Global Volunteering and Global College awards.
Highlights of Monday 6 March Durham Global Week events at Queens Campus, Stockton
Students at our International Study Centre at Queens Campus, Stockton celebrated the first day of Durham Global Week by performing music and dance from around the world, creating global-themed art and an enjoying an international movie showcase.