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The power of small changes in an energy transition

Professor Grant Ingram is the Programme Director of our MSc in Energy Engineering Management at Durham. Grant is an expert in sustainable business engineering development. Here he explains the importance of the power of collaboration and small changes in an energy transition.
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From outer space to County Durham: A year of discovery, collaboration, and global impact

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on some of our successes over the last 12 months. From addressing the mysteries of the Universe, to joining forces with local partners to benefit our region, it’s been a year full of achievements.
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Unlimited discounted travel for all staff and students

Discounted bus travel is available for staff and students on Arriva bus services within our two University zones.
Unlimited discounted travel for all staff and students

Student Orchestra celebrates musical talents, past and present

Durham University Palatinate Orchestra (DUPO) will be performing a symphony written by University alumna Ruth Gipps, to celebrate the centenary of her birth. This unique concert will see current students, celebrating music written by a former student, bringing the past and present together, in what promises to be a stunning event. The concert will take place on Friday 26 November, in the wonderful surroundings of Elvet Methodist Church, Durham
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Publication in Transportation Geotechnics: 'Cost-benefit methodology for road slope stabilisation'

[06/24] Dr Ellen Robson has published her research in Transportation Geotechnics on 'Cost-benefit methodology for road slope stabilisation'.
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The book that haunts me – seven experts on the scariest thing they’ve ever read

A truly scary story never really leaves you. It lurks in long evening shadows, calls out through mysterious bumps in the night and blows down your neck whenever you feel a sudden shiver. With Halloween approaching, The Conversation asked six academic experts, including PhD candidate Lucy Atkinson from our Department of English Studies, to tell us about the scariest book they’ve ever read...
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International Representations for Team Durham

Durham University are blessed with an abundance of students who have gone about and beyond in their respective sports, flourishing in their talents and representing their respective countries to the highest of levels. This year's no different; Durham are exceptional proud of the sporting efforts of all their athletes, including those who have been called up to represent their countries across a range of different sports.
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DEI wins funding for geothermal and solar heat project in national drive to decarbonise heating and cooling

A Durham Energy Institute project exploring whether water from abandoned mines could be used to heat the UK’s homes is among 11 new projects being announced today by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in a drive to decarbonise the heating and cooling of buildings.
Drilling for Geothermal energy at Louisa Centre Stanley

Research and student services recognised in awards shortlist

We’re celebrating being shortlisted in two categories in this year’s Times Higher Education Awards.
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IMH announces two new IMH Co-Directors

A warm welcome to Angela Marques Filipe and Samantha Halliday.
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Dr Ruszczyk was an invited speaker at the Resilience Development Initiative Indonesia

[09/23] Dr Ruszczyk spoke about her new book Gender and Resilience in the City with RDI Indonesia
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Opportunity in Engineering Department: Industrial Liaison Senior Officer

The vacancy of Industrial Liaison Senior Officer is available in the Engineering Department.
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