Dr Jonathan Coates appointed as Honorary Fellow and Associate Professor in Practice in the Institute for Medical Humanities.

Get to know Dr Silvia Nagy from our Department of Mathematical Sciences.

Our Brain Body and Behaviour Academy, along with Artists and Researchers from Sunderland University and James Cook University Hospital are currently evaluating the impact of a garden designed to speed the recovery of critical care patients.

You may have noticed that the DU Grounds Maintenance Team have been busy again, this time creating mini wetlands areas in the Botanic Gardens with the aim of further supporting biodiversity across campus.

Two of our initiatives have been recognised as finalists in the 2025 Green Gown Awards for UK and Ireland, building on our continued commitment to sustainability.

Two of our leading theologians shared their insights on a flagship UK radio programme that broadcasts expert reflections on faith, ethics, and human experience

Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at Durham University and in the city itself.

Second-year LLB Students, Ayaan Ahmad and Aland Goran reached the semi-finals at the prestigious NLU Jodhpur A&O Shearman International Deal Negotiation Competition 2025. The Durham duo excelled, having placed in the top four from 32 international teams.

Work has started on conserving and improving the oldest standing building in Durham City – the 11th century Norman Chapel inside Durham Castle.

Spotted at Grey College, this single pair of swallows have raised three clutches of eggs, that's twelve chicks in total, all in the same breeding season!

BUCS 4's and 8's Head once again treated the North East to two divisions of high quality racing attended by universities from all around the country. Following record breaking success at last year's BUCS head, Team Durham were lucky to receive not one, but two race reports for both the men's and women's squad at Durham University Boat Club. Read on for a full review of the weekend, from both the men's and women's squad.

We were delighted to attend the UK & Ireland Green Gown Awards Ceremony at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh on 13 November 2024 as we reached the finals in two categories including Creating Impact and Sustainability Institution of the Year.