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Women in chemistry: Q&A with Professor Aurora J. Cruz-Cabeza
Dr Aurora J. Cruz-Cabeza is a Professor of Materials Chemistry in our department of Chemistry, in the field of molecular crystals and crystallisation.
Durham joins alliance to enhance planetary health
We have joined the Planetary Health Alliance (PHA), reaffirming our institution’s commitment to understanding and addressing global environmental change and its health impacts.
Celebrating our work with Indonesia
Vice-Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O’Brien accepted an award in recognition of an exceptional contribution to strengthening and deepening the UK-Indonesia relationship.
Euclid space telescope discovers stunning Einstein Ring
An international space mission currently mapping the dark Universe has discovered a rare ‘Einstein Ring’ in a galaxy not far away.
‘An enormous pleasure’ – UK Government Minister’s joy at Durham return
Our graduate and now UK Government minister Lord (James) Timpson has spoken of his love of Durham during a return visit.
Durham’s strengths in space and quantum research focus of German Ambassador’s visit
Our strengths in space and quantum research were the main focus of a visit to Durham University by the German Ambassador to the UK.
Durham researchers help discover largest radio jet ever seen in early Universe
A team of astronomers, including researchers from our top-rated Physics department, have discovered the largest radio jet ever seen in the early Universe.
Nominations now open for Student Employee of the Year Awards 2025
The Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) Awards celebrate students who successfully balance part-time work with their studies, as well as employers who provide valuable work experience. This year, we are inviting nominations in five award categories, with prizes of up to £100 in vouchers.
Reimagining the imagination at the world’s largest literary festival
Researchers from our Institute for Medical Humanities have taken our innovative ReaderBank project to the Jaipur Literature Festival in Rajasthan, India.
Professor Clare McGlynn helps change law on sexually explicit deepfakes
Creating a sexually explicit deepfake is set to become a criminal offence in the UK, thanks in part to the work of a leading Durham law professor.
Cracks in Greenland Ice Sheet growing more rapidly
The Greenland Ice Sheet is cracking open more rapidly as it responds to climate change.
Spotlight on: Professor Edith Hall – leading the campaign for Classics education for all
Our ‘Spotlight on’ series showcases the world-leading work of our academics. Professor Edith Hall is passionate about the lessons we can learn from ancient civilisations and is leading a campaign to put Classics education back on the UK curriculum.