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Utopian thinking – when the future meets the past

What is utopianism? How did it emerge as a way of imagining alternatives to the present? Why do people often look to the past when they imagine an alternative future?
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Partnering with the Foundation of Light to benefit communities

We’ve partnered with the Foundation of Light charity to work together on initiatives aimed at improving communities across North East England.
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Music historian honoured for work on Communist-era cultural life

Communist suppression distorted music history in Eastern Europe. Now, Professor Patrick Zuk is being recognised for setting the record straight.
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Naughty or nice – does Santa inspire better behaviour in children?

Whether it’s Santa Claus, Father Christmas, or St Nicholas that he goes by, at this time of year children everywhere are excited for his arrival. But, does the promise of presents from ‘the man in red’ make children behave better?
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New report exposes alarming conditions in UK asylum housing

A new report from our top-rated Anthropology department has revealed the shocking conditions endured by mothers and babies in dispersal asylum accommodation across the UK.
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Strengthening archaeological collaborations in Iraq

We recently welcomed Mr Ali Obaid Shalgham, the Head of the Iraqi State Board of Antiquities and Heritage and Deputy Minister of Culture, and a delegation from the University of Al-Qadisiyah, to Durham.
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New grant will support Gypsy Roma Traveller awareness efforts

Thanks to a grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Associate Professor Alex Barber will create awareness around an undercelebrated month.
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Durham named World Top 30 university for sustainability

We’re one of the world’s most sustainable universities, according to a new international league table.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Introducing the North Sea University Partnership

We’ve joined forces with seven partner universities in the North of England and Norway. The new 'North Sea University Partnership' strengthens ties and cultivates a conducive environment for education and research partnerships.
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