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Alumnus Baron Brady releases memoir of political career
Our recently ennobled alumnus Baron (Graham) Brady, previously a long-serving Conservative MP, has published a memoir of his long political career
Our successful 'careers weeks' series returns for a third year
Our series of careers weeks and fairs explores a range of sectors over two academic terms, providing our students and graduates with a whole host of opportunities to gain advice and information on different career pathways.
Our Physics department plays key role in unveiling the universe’s secrets
Our top-rated Physics department has made significant contributions to an innovative international project that's shedding new light on the mysteries of our universe.
Professor Claire Horwell wins prestigious American Geophysical Union Award
Professor Claire Horwell from our top-rated Earth Sciences department has been honoured with the American Geophysical Union's (AGU) 2024 GeoHealth Section Award, recognising her groundbreaking work at the intersection of geosciences and public health.
Pioneering mathematician awarded prestigious Royal Society Fellowship
In a new development for our highly rated Mathematical Sciences department, Dr Yohance Osborne is set to join us as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Royal Society Career Development Fellowship.
Pupils with SEND continue to fall behind their peers
Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are continuing to fall behind their peers with the gap widening despite the introduction of SEND legislation.
Astronomers discover largest black hole jets ever recorded in space
A Durham physicist is part of an international research team that has discovered the biggest pair of black hole jets ever seen in space, spanning 23 million light-years in total length.
International Day of Peace: Exploring the role of cricket in post-civil-war Sri Lanka
Since the end of Sri Lanka’s civil war in 2009, several former international cricketers, politicians and NGOs have made claims that cricket is an important tool for reconciliation. On International Day of Peace, Dr Ben Hildred, from our Department of Anthropology, explains how his research considers the role of cricket in development and peace efforts across the country.
Landmark partnership with four County Durham colleges expands education opportunities
We’ve formalised a groundbreaking partnership to expand education opportunities and drive economic growth in North East England.
Enhancing our research partnerships with New Zealand
On 11 September 2024, we welcomed the New Zealand High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, The Honourable Phil Goff, to Durham to explore how we can enhance further our research collaborations with New Zealand.
Durham joins cutting-edge astronomical project BlackGEM
We have become part of an incredible space project called BlackGEM.
Victoria Schleis awarded prestigious IAS fellowship
Victoria Schleis, a postdoctoral research associate in our top-rated Mathematical Sciences department, has been awarded a prestigious fellowship by the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) for the 2024-25 academic year.