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Research to empower and inspire
We are a globally outstanding centre of teaching, learning and research excellence. We are a world top 100 university, with 12 of our subjects ranked in the world top 50 and 19 in the world top 100. 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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Research Impact at Durham
Read about our Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 impact case studies.
Latest news
Record number of Durham subjects in world’s top 50
Durham University is at the forefront of global academic excellence and our global rankings reflect that status.
Understanding surface melting around the world’s largest ice sheet
A first-of-its-kind study led by our Department of Geography has investigated the formation of surface meltwater lakes around the world’s largest ice sheet, offering new insights into the potential impact of recent climate change on the ‘Frozen Continent’.
Tackling global childhood obesity with ground-breaking research
Research by Sport and Exercise Sciences has made a positive impact on policy and practice addressing the global problem of childhood obesity.
How a makeshift PoW chapel from WWII continues to connect Ukrainians and Britons
PhD student, Daniel Adamson, from our Department of History, discusses the history of a chapel in Scotland created by Ukrainian prisoners of war and how this ties in with current events.
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Ukraine war: death of a ‘fixer’ underlines the dangers of this unsung but vital job for journalism
Professor Tim Luckhurst, Principal of South College, emphasises the importance of a 'fixer' to broadcasters covering foreign conflicts for international news organisations.
Toolkit supports better learning for disadvantaged pupils
Our highly-rated School of Education has developed a pioneering toolkit to ensure funding for pupils, and especially disadvantaged children, is spent effectively.
Empowering youth voices in the Mediterranean
Our academics are tackling real-world situations and solving sensitive issues through their pioneering and impactful research.
The Durham Centre for Cultural Heritage Protection Statement on Ukraine
At a time when the cultural heritage of Ukraine is under very real and immediate threat, we send our support to the cultural heritage community in Ukraine and ask that all national and international agencies do their utmost to protect the country’s rich heritage from damage.
Off-shore energy storage project wins UK Government backing
A new collaboration between Durham University and Crondall Energy Ltd to explore the potential of Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) in the UK continental shelf, has won backing from the UK government.
Renewed Partnership with National Museum of Japanese History
The Oriental Museum held an event recently to renew Durham University’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Museum of Japanese History and celebrate the highly valued partnership.
Renewed Partnership with National Museum of Japanese History
The Oriental Museum held an event recently to renew Durham University’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Museum of Japanese History and celebrate the highly valued partnership.
The Institute is currently recruiting three Post-Doctoral Research Associates!
We are currently advertising three Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Job Number: 22000022) in the Institute.
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Global Culture
Interested in how the cultural activities of Durham's staff and student bodies enrich life worldwide? Head to the Global Culture page to find out.