A project based at our St John’s College is launching a new five-year strategy, which includes a global research and engagement network, cross-denominational outreach, and an expanded programme of conferences and grant opportunities.

The first public exhibition of art from new, women-led public art collective, STRIKE, can be seen in the outdoor exhibition space, outside the Bill Bryson Library this summer.

Beth Barnes, a member of IHRR Management Board, being recognised by the Women's Engineering Society as one of the top 50 Women in Engineering

Exploring how plant medicine, light therapy and being in nature can complement pharmaceuticals, this tranquil event at Dilston Physic Garden was full to the brim with expert trails, talks, medicinal teas and interactive dance & music. The day was co-led by Prof. Paul Chazot, Dr Nicolette Perry and Prof. Elaine Perry, with creative performances by Balbir Singh Dance Company (BSDC) that reinforced themes of renewal, rhythm, and equilibrium in both the natural world and human health.

On 9 April 2022 the NTR ZaterdagMatinee will present the world première of Richard Rijnvos' "Amérique du Sud".

“in One |1” (2015-19), written by Dr. Eric Skytterholm Egan was recently performed and recorded by world-leading guitarist Diego Castro Magas at the Pontifica Universidad Católica de Chile.

[11/24] Conceptualising bodies as urban infrastructure in Asia book chapter published

Durham University has been awarded a £1.13m grant for a major project to help reduce Carbon emissions at one of its landmark buildings.

Akiko Hart, IMH Professor in Practice and Co-Applicant on our Discovery Research Platform, is now in a permanent position as the Director of Liberty.

[05/25] The Exploring Risk Visual Arts Festival 2025 explored stories of increasing resilience through visual arts approaches. The event was co-organised by IHRR at Durham University, Tribhuvan University, Nepal and IIT Mandi, India.

We were very saddened to hear of the death of our alumnus David Knowles, a talented young journalist and creator of an award-winning podcast.

Building work at Rushford Court in the Viaduct area of Durham has been completed, and the College of St Hild and St Bede has moved in. The official opening of the redeveloped site was marked by a celebration event this week, bringing together partners from the university, the college and Unite Students.