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New £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry
We’ve launched a new £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry and lead on the sustainable exploration of the cosmos.
Gaza: outlook for Palestinians bleak under a Trump presidency that looks set to go ‘all the way’ with Netanyahu
Professor of Regional Security Clive Jones writes about how US policy toward Israel will change under Trump, and how this could impact Gaza.
Q&As with Christina Tougias a Master's Student in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
Christina Tougias, a Master's student in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding at Durham University, reflects on her academic journey from the US. She discusses her experience at Durham's School of Government and International Affairs, highlighting its international focus, fieldwork opportunities, and emphasis on independent research. Tougias also offers advice for US students considering postgraduate studies at Durham. https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-tougias-099657157/
Q&As with Dave Andersen a Associate Professor of United States Politics, SGIA
In this Q&A, Dave Andersen, Associate Professor of US Politics at Durham University, discusses his journey from the US to Durham and contrasts the teaching of US politics in the UK versus the US. He highlights Durham's global perspective, fostering critical thinking and independent research, and the benefits of Durham’s diverse, proactive environment. He also outlines key advantages for international students, particularly in gaining a global understanding of political issues.
Donald Trump’s approach to US space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on board
Dr Bleddyn Bowen from the School of Government and International Affairs and Dr P.J. Blount from the Durham Law School predict what's in store for US space travel in Donald Trump's second presidency.
Our Chancellor reflects on US election results with University community
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.
Jennifer Schueler from the US Embassy visits Durham
We recently welcomed Jennifer Schueler, Deputy Cultural Attaché from the US Embassy to Durham on Tuesday 29 October 2024. The key event during Ms Schueler’s visit was our ‘Rising Political Extremism in Anglo-American and European Democracies: Causes and Risks’ talk which focused on extremism, an issue that is challenging both nations.
Meet Assistant Professor Aung Hein
Dr Aung Hein is an assistant professor in public policy and a member of the Centre for Institutions and Political Behaviour.
A new wave of Venezuelan refugees would threaten a humanitarian crisis – Latin America could learn from Europe
As Venezuela continues to grapple with political and economic collapse, the international community – and particularly neighbouring Latin American nations – must be prepared for another surge of migration. Dr Omar Hammoud Gallego, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores how the region should react to this situation.
Trump survived another apparent assassination attempt – but it won’t have the same positive effect on his polling
Donald Trump has been the subject of another apparent assassination attempt. Dr David Andersen, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores whether this will boost the Republican Party presidential candidate's chances of a return to The White House.
The Taliban’s harsh new ‘vice and virtue’ laws are a throwback to the oppression of the 1990s – especially for the women of Afghanistan
Dr Kambaiz Rafi, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores how the new laws introduced by the Taliban could see the scenes of oppression from the past return for women living in Afghanistan.
Meet Assistant Professor Renu Singh
Meet Assistant Professor Renu Singh, programme director for our MSc Public Policy programme, launching in 2025.
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