In this lecture, the key methods and challenges involved in establishing the pipeline from collecting virus samples to analysing the structures and functions of the encoded enzymes will be presented. The potential of Virus-X products will be highlighted with specific examples of applications in Covid19 detection technologies.

Parkinson’s is the world’s fastest growing neurological condition, and a significant health challenge. This scheme is designed to connect student volunteers with local people living with Parkinson’s to both offer emotional support and gain a greater understanding of the condition.

The Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing is still looking to recruit a Co-Director from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Health.

In the US the opioid crisis is wrecking communities and has brought convictions for pharmaceutical executives that might lead to jail. With usage climbing steadily how far behind might the UK be? Paul Chazot shares this Big Issue Article from 2020, showing how pertinent a problem this continues to be.

Professor Jonathan Steed, Wolfson Fellow and Department of Chemistry has been awarded a prestigious prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Open to UGs, PGRs & PDRAs of Durham University Join us and find out about the new Durham Parkinson's Pals Scheme to be launched at the event (first of its kind in the UK).