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Professor Brett Smith appointed to Qualitative Inquiry editorial board
Qualitative Inquiry is a prestigious journal that provides an interdisciplinary forum for qualitative methodology and related issues in the human sciences.
Dr Louise Creechan selected as 2022 New Generation Thinker – the UK’s most promising and exciting early career researchers
Every year, BBC Radio 3 and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) hold a nationwide search for academics with new ideas that will resonate with a wider audience. These New Generation Thinkers represent some of the brightest scholars in the country and their research has the potential to redefine our understanding of an array of topics, from our history to the way we speak.
We're on the road to Net-Zero
The maintenance services teams are working hard across the University and Durham City to ensure that our buildings are safe, warm and powered, responding as quickly as possible to issues all over Durham. In doing so, the team are an essential part of every day life across the University.
Climate Change Risks of Cultural Heritage
[02/24] Professor David Toll gave a presentation as part of the International Online Training Workshop on Climate Change Risks of Cultural Heritage.
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Dr Cora Linling Xu presents findings from her book 'The Time Inheritors'
On 19th June 2025, Associate Professor Dr Cora Lingling Xu gave a Ted-talk style presentation to over 30 senior Educational Agents from across the world based on her newly published book 'The Time Inheritors' (SUNY Press, 2025).
University hosts oral history event on the Miners’ Strike
Durham University is hosting an open discussion on an important part of the North East’s history, the Miners’ Strike.
Durham Alumni Win University Challenge Christmas Special
Congratulations to our alumni team, Carla, Liz, Tracey, and Sophia, on winning the festive series of University Challenge!
Technician Highly Commended at leading HE Awards
We’re delighted to share the news that Technician, James Fox-Robinson has been highly commended in the Outstanding Technician of the Year category at the recent THE Awards.
Lumiere 2021 – first peek at what to expect as full programme is announced
The full programme for Lumiere 2021 has been revealed and with 39 installations this promises to be an ambitious, inspiring and thought-provoking event.
Undergrad open day, Fri 19 Sept, 9:00-16:00
Visit the Greenspace stall for wildflower seed sowing, cycling freebies, and more!
Conserving Durham City’s oldest standing building
Work has started on conserving and improving the oldest standing building in Durham City – the 11th century Norman Chapel inside Durham Castle.