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Durham law academic leads national review of UK Counter-Terrorism Law and Policy

Tufyal Choudhury, Associate Professor at Durham Law School, has led a landmark independent review of the United Kingdom’s counter-terrorism laws, policies, and practices.
Durham academic Tufyal Choudhury is pictured with a slide presentation in background

Durham archaeologist leads creation of new cultural hub in Tunisia

Archaeologist Anna Leone has played a central role in the opening of a new interactive museum in Chenini, southern Tunisia.
Traditional Tunisian buildings built into a sand-coloured hillside

Putting human rights at the heart of COP30

Durham Law professor Elisa Morgera is advising governments on how human rights can be included in negotiations at the COP30 climate summit.
A person holds a sign reading There is No Planet B above their head.

Hotter European summers put migratory birds at risk

New research from our Biosciences Department and the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) has revealed that many migratory birds are finding it harder to prepare for their long journeys as European summers become hotter.
Migrating birds

Public prefer pretty looking wild spaces over perfectly mown lawns

A new study from our Psychology Department has found that people want grass to be mown less often and would like to see more wild green spaces but only if they look attractive.
Mowing

Encore for award-winning Shakespeare First Folio exhibition

Following a hugely successful first six months, we’re extending our Shakespeare Recovered exhibition showcasing Durham’s copy of Shakespeare’s First Folio.
Durham Unviersity copy of William Shakespeare First Folio, on display in the centre of the image, with other display cases to the sides and vivid lighting underneath

New Durham-POLIMI Executive MBA to champion responsible leadership

Durham University Business School have entered a new strategic partnership with POLIMI Graduate School of Management to design and deliver a multi-campus Executive MBA, launching in November 2026.
Attendees to the partnership announcement standing in a foyer smiling to the camera

COP30: Meet our delegates

Durham is home to world-leading research that helps to address the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world – and inspires the next generation of problem-solvers. 
Evergreen forest in Banten Indonesia

Durham scientist contributes to global UNESCO report on unprecedented glacier loss

Geographer Dr Caroline Clason has played a key role in a major new international report highlighting the accelerating decline of the world’s glaciers and ice sheets.
A mountain glacier running into water.

Professor Edith Hall wins prestigious International Hellenic Prize

Professor Edith Hall, from our department of Classics and Ancient History, has been awarded the 2024 International Hellenic Prize for her acclaimed book Facing Down the Furies.
Professor Edith Hall is pictured with green leafy trees in the background

Shaid Mahmood appointed to national access and participation role

Dr Shaid Mahmood, our Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion), has been appointed to the Government’s Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group.
Dr Shaid Mahmood

Expertise informs Parliamentary report on space

Our research has informed a new Parliamentary report on how the UK can strengthen its position in the global space sector.
Two people sitting at a desk with papers, addressing an audience off-camera