Professor Edith Hall, from our department of Classics and Ancient History, has been awarded the 2024 International Hellenic Prize for her acclaimed book Facing Down the Furies.

Dr Shaid Mahmood, our Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion), has been appointed to the Government’s Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group.

Our research has informed a new Parliamentary report on how the UK can strengthen its position in the global space sector.

Nandhini Srinivasan has been awarded the 2026 Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship in Investigative Journalism.

A delegation from Peking University (PKU), led by its President, Professor Gong Qihuang, visited Durham to reinforce our long-standing strategic partnership.

Research from our Department of Earth Sciences has identified the potential source of nitrogen pollution affecting a popular bathing area.

In the latest edition of our Community Newsletter, we celebrate University and community achievements, showcase upcoming cultural events, and share research making a global impact.

The historic Fellows’ Garden at University College, Durham Castle, has officially been re-opened, following a transformative redevelopment that reimagines the space as a vibrant, accessible hub for wellbeing, creativity, and community connection.

UK Government Industry Minister Chris McDonald is to address a Durham Energy Institute conference on renewable energy transition.

A new study from our Psychology Department has found that children’s views on the design and comfort of air pollution masks could be key to encouraging their regular use.

The stories of female fans of Newcastle and Sunderland men’s football teams are celebrated in a new online and pop-up exhibition at Durham University.

Our scientists are investigating how a UK-led team could design and build a core instrument for a flagship NASA mission to search for life on distant planets.