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Loneliness in old age and the role of social workers
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.
Mysteries of Antarctica and other big questions to be pursued with Royal Society support
Four Durham University scholars are among 33 researchers who have been named Royal Society University Research Fellows.
Dr Louise Creechan to ‘neurodiversify’ the academy
Dr Louise Creechan, from our Institute for Medical Humanities and Department of English Studies, has won a prestigious award to make humanities research more accessible and inclusive for neurodivergent researchers.
Strengthening our partnerships in China
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.
Strengthening our partnership with the Palace Museum, Beijing
We have strengthened our relationship with the Palace Museum, Beijing, through a delegation to China led by our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, which included the Museum and ourselves co-hosting the latest in our series of Global Lectures.
Unlocking the full potential of our region
Universities are key to delivering the sustainable growth the UK needs, and nowhere more so than here in North East England where, a recent report found, research-intensive universities have helped unlock nearly £100m of investment in the region. In her monthly column, our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien explores how we can continue to help unlock the full potential of our region.
Exploring how climate change could disrupt Arctic ecosystems
Our researchers have explored how Arctic marine species could be impacted by climate change and rising sea temperatures in the future.
Helping patients to manage chronic pain without strong opioids – a real possibility
Our researchers are changing lives by equipping clinicians and patients with the skills to help manage painful health conditions without using potentially harmful strong opioids.
Durham Global Awards 2025 nominations now open
We are inviting nominations from across our community for the Durham Global Awards 2025. The range of ten Award categories celebrate and recognise impact our staff and students make on campus and around the world.
How teaching shortages could be tackled
A worldwide comparison of 18 countries suggests that teaching needs to be made more attractive to a wider pool of graduates to tackle shortages in the profession.
‘Welcome to Utopia’: our flagship Charity Fashion Show launches
A new student executive team is setting the wheels in motion for this year's campaign.
Join the Diwali celebrations at the Oriental Museum
Students and community volunteers will spring into action to help celebrate the spectacular Indian festival of Diwali at the Oriental Museum on Saturday 2 November, 6 – 8pm.
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