Our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill, met with staff, students and friends of the University as they came together to discuss the US election results and their wider significance, both domestically and for foreign policy in the US, the UK, and Europe.

Archaeologists from Durham University and University of Al-Qadisiyah in Iraq have pinpointed the location of a famous early Islamic battle using declassified spy satellite images.

The world’s snow and ice regions are at risk of irreversible loss and damage.

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.

An international team of researchers, including Dr Peter Etchells from our Department of Biosciences, have published new research which brings to light new discoveries in the development and understanding of stem cells.

New research has revealed 15,800-year-old engravings of catching fish in traps.

New sustainability-focused scholarships will be established and student entrepreneurship enhanced thanks to a US $4.15 (£3.2) million donation from tech pioneer, former Netflix executive and Durham alumnus Dr Neil Hunt.

New research reveals a direct link between strong corporate culture and improved environmental and financial outcomes.

Durham University has joined the Arqus European University Alliance (Arqus) as an associate member.

Loneliness has been identified as a major challenge for social work because of its significant impact on health and social care services, particularly for older people. It is linked to conditions like heart disease, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease.

A new student executive team is setting the wheels in motion for this year's campaign.

Matt Rossiter and Ryan Todhunter participated as ‘cyclors’ in the recent 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona.

With a green paper on the UK Government's industrial strategy out for consultation, Arnab Basu, who is a Durham graduate and Founding Chief Executive of the Kromek Group, stresses the vital need for the sector to make its case for a seat at the table.

Research Associate in Medical Humanities Veronica Heney reviews the latest example of a rising genre of women's fiction.

After Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris said her Republican opponent Donald Trump was a Fascist, Dr Benedetta Carnaghi, from our Department of History, explores whether the former President meets the definition.

Most people can remember a jingle but why do these songs stick with us? Dr Kelly Jakubowski from our Department of Music explains why these catchy tunes stay in our heads and how they influence what we buy.

Durham Energy Institute (DEI) hosted its annual Energy Day this November focusing on the future of home energy solutions.

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Long-standing relationships were strengthened and new opportunities explored through a visit by some of our senior leaders to mainland China and Hong Kong. A high-level delegation travelled in East Asia to expand our global network and explore opportunities to strengthen partnerships in the region. The visit included meetings with our university and institutional partners, the launch of a new scholarship campaign, and meetings with senior UK representatives in China.