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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.
Professor Louise Amoore poses for a portrait

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.
The logo for the Hate ID app features three circles and the words Hate ID underneath

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.

Two early career bioscientists will tackle health challenges with prestigious award

Dr Ting-Yu Lin and Dr Francesco Boselli of our Department of Biosciences have each been granted a Springboard Award to help support their research in biomedical sciences.
Two Durham University bioscientists pose for portraits

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.

Discover secrets of stolen Shakespeare First Folio

Our copy of Shakespeare’s First Folio is on display for the first time in over a decade, as the centrepiece of a new exhibition - Shakespeare Recovered.
Durham University's Shakespeare First Folio on display in a glass case within historic library setting

King and Queen to visit Durham: how to get involved

The King and Queen will visit Durham later this month – here’s how you can get involved.
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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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Boosting our partnerships in Australia and New Zealand

Award winning Computer Scientist, Technology Evangelist and Digital Skills Expert, Professor Sue Black recently visited Australia and New Zealand.
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Study finds England’s trainee teachers excel in early reading instruction

A new study led by Dr Johny Daniel from our top-ranked School of Education have found that trainee teachers in England are significantly better prepared to teach early reading skills compared to their counterparts in India, particularly in phonics instruction.
Trainee teachers in a classroom

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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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.
Coimbra Group members holding the Declaration