Department of Biosciences
Welcome to the Department of Biosciences at Durham
Our research and teaching addresses fundamentally important questions facing humankind, from food security to sustainability in industrial processes, mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance and the impact of climate change on life on earth. Our students develop a wide range of analytical and practical skills that prepare them to meet these challenges.
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Undergraduate Study
Our teaching is broad, from molecular structures to landscape-scale population dynamics, reflecting major questions in biology.
Postgraduate Study
Join a strong and vibrant postgraduate community for training in modern research techniques using state-of-the-art research infrastructure.
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News
New study reveals shocking lack of conservation efforts for most threatened plants and animals
A new study from our top-rated Biosciences department, Princeton University, Williams College and Yale University has uncovered a dramatic lack of conservation actions being implemented for thousands of the world's most endangered species.
New study reveals man’s best friend has trouble conveying emotions
Ancient origins of fallow deer should inform conservation
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