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This year we’re celebrating 100 years of Science at Durham University! The Dawson Building, on the Lower Mountjoy site, first opened its doors in 1924 as the home of the new Department of Science, consisting of Botany, Chemistry, Geology and Physics.  

To celebrate a century of incredible research, teaching and engagement, we will be holding a series of events throughout the year and we’d love you to be part of it as we deliver DU Science 100. We'll also be sharing stories from colleagues, alumni, partners, and students.

Keep an eye out throughout the year as we plan a range of events for our local communities and get involved with our celebrations.  

 

 

School Science Festival 2024

Over 600 students recently attended our School Science Festival.
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Upcoming events

Find out more about the events we have planned as part of our celebrations.

May 2nd Cafe Scientifique: Mathematics

Playing on a Quantum Computer - Dr Ana Retore
Cafe Scientifique event at Head of Stem, Durham Feb 29 - focus in Physics

May 23rd Cafe Scientifique: Astrophysics

The night sky is darker than it looks - Dr Kyle Oman
Cafe Scientifique event at Head of Stem, Durham Feb 29 - focus in Physics

June 13th Cafe Scientifique: Biosciences

Do bumblebees have preferred floral smells? - Carolina Gomez Ramirez
Cafe Scientifique event at Head of Stem, Durham Feb 29 - focus in Physics