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King Charles III to uphold tradition of Royal Maundy Service at Durham Cathedral

Professor Michael Snape from our department of Theology and Religion explores the history, symbolism, and contemporary significance of the Royal Maundy Service, which King Charles III will continue this Thursday at Durham Cathedral.

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Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened

The Waterside, our new Business School location, has been officially opened, with the keynote speaker Paul Polman calling on business leaders to adopt a ‘net positive’ mindset, focused on exploring what more good they can do.
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New study links wealth inequality and human sustainability across millennia

Wealth inequality has been linked to human sustainability for over 10,000 years. That’s according to a new study led by Professor Dan Lawrence from our Archaeology department.
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Two of our scientists awarded prestigious quantum fellowships

Two researchers from our top-rated Physics department have been awarded prestigious Quantum Technology Career Acceleration Fellowships by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
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Researchers collaborate on new app to improve support for hate incident victims

Researchers at Durham and Northumbria Universities have helped develop an app to better equip frontline practitioners to identify hate incidents and ensure victims get the right support.
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Durham to launch Leverhulme Centre for Algorithmic Life with help from Leverhulme Trust

With Professor of Political Geography Louise Amoore at the helm, the centre will explore new ways to understand how humans interact with algorithmic technologies.
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Alumni support sees revitalisation of historic garden in the heart of Durham

Work has begun to revitalise the Fellows’ Garden at University College, Durham Castle to enhance its value as an accessible outdoor space enabling student and community wellbeing and enrichment.
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Professor Andrew Pontzen appointed to STFC Council

Cosmologist Professor Andrew Pontzen has been appointed to the council of one of the UK’s main research funding bodies.

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Two early career bioscientists will tackle health challenges with prestigious award

Dr Ting-Yu Lin of our Department of Biosciences and Dr Francesco Boselli of our Departments of Biosciences and Engineering have each been granted a Springboard Award to help support their research in biomedical sciences.
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New book delves into the ethical dilemmas of using AI

The challenges of aligning artificial intelligence (AI) with human values are the focus of a compelling new book by Dr Travis LaCroix from our Department of Philosophy.
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Broaden your horizons with our Postgraduate Support Scholarships

We are delighted to announce 100 Postgraduate Support Scholarships to support eligible UK students from low and middle income backgrounds who apply for postgraduate study starting in September 2025.

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Our Careers & Enterprise Service achieves prestigious professional standard

The team has successfully achieved Membership Quality Standard from the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) professional body for the second time following a rigorous assessment process.

Choral Society set to fill Newcastle Cathedral with the sounds of Baroque masterpieces

Our critically acclaimed student Choral Society and conductor, John Forsyth MBE, will bring a programme of energetic Baroque music to audiences in Newcastle Cathedral for the first time.

How our bodies react when we use social media – and when we stop

Dr Niklas Ihssen, from our Department of Psychology, explores what happens to our bodies when we social media - and what happens when we stop.

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Children from poorer families do worse at school – here’s how to understand the disadvantage gap

Professor in the School of Education Nadia Siddiqui explains the disadvantage gap index and what can be done to reduce it.
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Ukraine must not capitulate to a forced deal with Russia

Whether Kyiv’s resistance remains morally justifiable is fundamentally a matter of how much Ukraine and its people value their freedom and are prepared to sacrifice for it, writes Christopher Finlay, professor in political theory.
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European universities launch major declaration on tackling climate change

Thirty-nine European universities have come together to launch the Durham Declaration, which will shape our joint efforts towards sustainable development.

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Opening doors to talent with new student support initiatives

We are opening our doors to an ever greater range of students. In her monthly column, our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O’Brien explores some of the student support packages recently launched to make Durham even more accessible.
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Durham City Run Festival: preparing to welcome a big summer of sport

The annual running festival will return to Durham City streets from Wednesday 16 to Saturday 19 July this year with our support as a major partner.

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Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio

Friday 4 April 2025 - Sunday 2 November 2025
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Palace Green Library Palace Green Durham DH1 3RN
Portrait of William Shakespeare

Easter Chick Hunt

Sunday 20 April 2025 - Monday 21 April 2025
10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Botanic Garden
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Durham World Heritage Site celebrations

Friday 25 April 2025 - Friday 25 April 2025
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Durham World Heritage Site, Palace Green
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Twilight Talk: Shakespeare Recovered - Preserving Durham’s Folio

Thursday 24 April 2025 - Thursday 24 April 2025
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Museum of Archaeology Palace Green Library Palace Green Durham DH1 3RN
Durham’s First Folio in its vandalised state, missing binding and with its first several leaves either missing or detached.
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A Vietnamese student’s journey in Durham

Find out what drew Vietnamese student Xuan to Durham and how societies, college and mentors helped to make the city feel like a second home.
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Dr Tony Juniper on the challenge of climate change

The environmentalist and Chair of Natural England addressed the Coimbra Group Symposium of 39 European universities on the challenges and opportunities of the changing climate. 

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