Institute of Data Science

Shaping the Future Through Data

Welcome to the Institute for Data Science (IDAS)

The Institute for Data Science (IDAS) is Durham University’s multidisciplinary platform for data science research, innovation, collaboration and training. We bring together researchers, students and trainees, professional services, external partners and industry to connect expertise across disciplines and support the development of data-driven ideas.

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Latest at IDAS

Suggest a New SHAREing Task

The next SHAREing Flexible Fund round is now open for new task suggestions. Have an idea that fits one of our Work Package themes? Submit your suggestion by 22 September 2026 to have it considered for the next funding call, which will open on 2 October and close on 20 November 2026.

New SHAREing Tasks Funded

We are pleased to announce the new tasks funded through the latest SHAREing funding call, covering activities across our different Work Packages. These tasks will help address priorities identified by the UK DRI community and support the development of new skills, resources and training.

IDAS Frontiers of AI Lecture Series

The IDAS Frontiers of AI Lecture Series convenes researchers from across disciplines to examine the latest advances in AI models, methods, and theory. Each talk is designed to be accessible to a broad academic audience, creating a shared forum in which insights from disparate fields can meet.

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Enquiries about the Institute for Data Science should be sent via the email below.

Contact Us

Institute for Data Science,

Department of Computer Science,

Durham University,

South Road,

DH1 3LE

Tel: +44 (0) 191 334 3751