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Excellence in Entrepreneurship
Find out how our students, graduates, and staff push the boundaries of possibility in entrepreneurship and innovation around the world.
Winter Congregation 9 and 10 January
Congratulations - it's time to celebrate everything you've achieved. Registration for students closes Monday 16 December.
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Research Impact at Durham
We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.
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Early career researcher recognised as rising global star
Dr Katherine McDonald from our Classics and Ancient History department has been awarded a prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize for the international impact of her research.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Katherine-McDonald-web.png)
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I interviewed Syria’s militias at the start of the war – they will listen if other countries engage them
Assistant Professor in International Security William Plowright explores what may happen next in Syria following the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/research-/Syrian-Civil-War.png)
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Professor Peter Vickers uncovers new method to measure global scientific consensus
A team of international researchers led by Professor Peter Vickers from our top-rated Philosophy department has developed a breakthrough method for gathering and analysing global scientific opinion with speed and precision.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/scientific-consensus-WEB.png)
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Two energy projects to receive £16.8m investment
Two green energy projects we’re involved in have secured a combined total of £16.8m in new financial support.Business and Partnerships/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/NETPark-web.jpg)
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Vice-Chancellor becomes Honorary President of local charity supporting prisoners and their families
Professor Karen O’Brien, our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, has become the honorary president of local charity Nepacs.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Nepacs-Hon-Pres-announcement-web-.png)
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Successful events shine a spotlight on neurodiversity
Our Centre for Neurodiversity & Development brought together researchers, practitioners and people with lived experience of neurodiversity across two successful events.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Neurodiversity-web-image.png)
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Strengthening our research collaborations with Japan
This week we welcomed Professor Naoto Kobayashi, Director of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) London Office.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/marketing-and-communications-/Japan-visit---Web-header-image.png)
Early career researcher recognised as rising global star
Dr Katherine McDonald from our Classics and Ancient History department has been awarded a prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize for the international impact of her research.
Research news
I interviewed Syria’s militias at the start of the war – they will listen if other countries engage them
Assistant Professor in International Security William Plowright explores what may happen next in Syria following the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Research news
Professor Peter Vickers uncovers new method to measure global scientific consensus
A team of international researchers led by Professor Peter Vickers from our top-rated Philosophy department has developed a breakthrough method for gathering and analysing global scientific opinion with speed and precision.
Research news
Two energy projects to receive £16.8m investment
Two green energy projects we’re involved in have secured a combined total of £16.8m in new financial support.
Business and Partnerships
Vice-Chancellor becomes Honorary President of local charity supporting prisoners and their families
Professor Karen O’Brien, our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, has become the honorary president of local charity Nepacs.
Durham news
Successful events shine a spotlight on neurodiversity
Our Centre for Neurodiversity & Development brought together researchers, practitioners and people with lived experience of neurodiversity across two successful events.
Research news
Strengthening our research collaborations with Japan
This week we welcomed Professor Naoto Kobayashi, Director of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) London Office.
Durham news
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Leading the world in interdisciplinary research
We have been ranked third in the UK for interdisciplinary science research.Global research/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Engineer-welding-in-workshop.jpg)
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Japanese scientists were pioneers of AI, yet they’re being written out of its history
Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures Hansun Hsiung responds to the recent announcement of this year’s Nobel laureates in physics.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/research-/AI-Japan.png)
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Award for book exploring gender and ‘green crime’
An edited volume from Dr Emma Milne, from Durham Law School, argues that environmental crimes are more likely to impact women.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Gendering-Green-Crime.png)
Leading the world in interdisciplinary research
We have been ranked third in the UK for interdisciplinary science research.
Japanese scientists were pioneers of AI, yet they’re being written out of its history
Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures Hansun Hsiung responds to the recent announcement of this year’s Nobel laureates in physics.
Award for book exploring gender and ‘green crime’
An edited volume from Dr Emma Milne, from Durham Law School, argues that environmental crimes are more likely to impact women.
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Investing in the next generation of environmental researchers
We’re sharing in an investment of almost £30m to train the next generation of researchers to tackle the world’s environmental challenges.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/UKRI-PG-funding-web-.jpg)
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Durham Drama Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary
This annual festival of new student writing for theatre will launch celebrations to mark its 50th year in 2025.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/thumbnail_DDF-Holder---Web-Banner.png)
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We’re expanding our postgraduate offering with a real focus on employability
Thinking of studying a Masters in 2025? Consider one of our new postgraduate degrees and elevate your career at a World Top 100 university.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/91016.jpg)
Investing in the next generation of environmental researchers
We’re sharing in an investment of almost £30m to train the next generation of researchers to tackle the world’s environmental challenges.
Durham Drama Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary
This annual festival of new student writing for theatre will launch celebrations to mark its 50th year in 2025.
We’re expanding our postgraduate offering with a real focus on employability
Thinking of studying a Masters in 2025? Consider one of our new postgraduate degrees and elevate your career at a World Top 100 university.
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Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler: a ‘sad girl novel’ that lacks emotional depth
Research Associate in Medical Humanities Veronica Heney reviews the latest example of a rising genre of women's fiction.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/research-/Sad-Girl-Novel.png)
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Many physicists argue the universe is fine-tuned for life – our findings question this idea
Post Doctoral Research Associate, Dr Daniele Sorini, from our Institute for Computational Cosmology, discusses new research which suggests our Universe may not be especially tailored for intelligent life after all.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/research-/Star-formation-paper-research---Web-header.png)
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Italy’s ban on international surrogacy is part of a drive towards an ultra-conservative idea of family
Assistant Professor in Family Law Dafni Lima responds to the Italian parliament's recent decision to criminalise surrogacy worldwide.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Italy-Surrogacy-(1).png)
Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler: a ‘sad girl novel’ that lacks emotional depth
Research Associate in Medical Humanities Veronica Heney reviews the latest example of a rising genre of women's fiction.
Many physicists argue the universe is fine-tuned for life – our findings question this idea
Post Doctoral Research Associate, Dr Daniele Sorini, from our Institute for Computational Cosmology, discusses new research which suggests our Universe may not be especially tailored for intelligent life after all.
Italy’s ban on international surrogacy is part of a drive towards an ultra-conservative idea of family
Assistant Professor in Family Law Dafni Lima responds to the Italian parliament's recent decision to criminalise surrogacy worldwide.
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Explore December's Community Newsletter
Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ and in the city itself.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/December-Newsletter.png)
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Festive spirit shines in student performances across the City
With the winter break approaching, we’re excited to invite you to embrace the festive spirit with our Student Performing Arts.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/marketing-and-communications-/Christmas-music-and-theatre---web-banner.png)
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Create an event for Durham Global Week 2025
Durham Global Week 2025 will take place from Saturday 1 – Sunday 9 March 2025. All staff and students are encouraged to get involved, by submitting proposals for events to be part of the programme.Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/events-/generic-event-banners/Global-Week-news-banner.jpg)
Explore December's Community Newsletter
Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ and in the city itself.
Festive spirit shines in student performances across the City
With the winter break approaching, we’re excited to invite you to embrace the festive spirit with our Student Performing Arts.
Create an event for Durham Global Week 2025
Durham Global Week 2025 will take place from Saturday 1 – Sunday 9 March 2025. All staff and students are encouraged to get involved, by submitting proposals for events to be part of the programme.
Upcoming events
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Crazy for You
Tuesday 28 January 2025 - Saturday 1 February 20257:30 PM to 10:30 PMGala Theatre/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/wider-student-experience-/music-clubs-and-societies/thumbnail_y-(1).png)
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Doctor Faustus
Thursday 12 December 2024 - Saturday 14 December 20247:30 PM to 10:00 PMSir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/wider-student-experience-/music-clubs-and-societies/FAUSTUS-(2).png)
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Durham Drama Festival 2025
Sunday 16 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 20257:30 PM to 10:30 PMVarious locations across Durham City/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/wider-student-experience-/music-clubs-and-societies/Screenshot-2024-11-07-140603.png)
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MBA Open Evening
Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Wednesday 29 January 20255:30 PM to 7:30 PMThe Waterside Building Riverside Place Durham DH1 1SL UK/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/study/mba/Waterside-5th-Nov.jpg)
Crazy for You
Tuesday 28 January 2025 - Saturday 1 February 2025
7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Gala Theatre
Doctor Faustus
Thursday 12 December 2024 - Saturday 14 December 2024
7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre
Durham Drama Festival 2025
Sunday 16 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Various locations across Durham City
MBA Open Evening
Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Wednesday 29 January 2025
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Waterside Building
Riverside Place
Durham
DH1 1SL
UK
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Reflection and insights from COP29
In this blog, Sophia reflects on the incredible, eye-opening, and transformative experience of attending COP29 and representing ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ at the19th Conference of Youth.
Sustainability at Durham
We are committed to becoming one of the most environmentally sustainable universities in the UK as part of our University strategy to promote a sustainable future. We plan to achieve Net Zero carbon by 2035 and net biodiversity gain by 2032.