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Study calls for clearer system for commissioning reviews of domestic abuse-related deaths

Domestic abuse-related deaths are not always being reviewed consistently across England and Wales, according to new research led by Dr James Rowlands from our Department of Sociology.

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Ancient insect-eating diets offer new insights into sustainable food systems

A new research from Professor Lisa-Marie Shillito in our Archaeology Department is highlighting how insects have been part of human diets for thousands of years despite seeming unusual to many people.

Community Comes Together to Celebrate the Festival of Lights at the Oriental Museum

The spirit of Diwali will light up Durham University’s Oriental Museum on Saturday 14 November, 6-8pm as students and community volunteers welcome families, students and staff to this vibrant celebration.

A lady dressed in a sari leads the Diwali Lakshmi Puja ceremony by holding a Puja plate in front of the shrine. The shrine is decorated in flower garlands. Other people stand around the central lady praying with traditional Indian dress.

University of Bergen visit explores closer research collaboration with Durham

Our growing partnership with the University of Bergen is creating new opportunities for research, education, and international collaboration between the UK and Norway.

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Durham University Business School and BITSoM sign new international partnership agreement

Durham University Business School has signed a three-year agreement with India's BITS School of Management (BITSoM) to strengthen academic links and explore opportunities for joint research, teaching and international exchange.

Kieran Fernandes shaking hands with BiTSOM leader in MOU signing

Global labour market challenges take centre stage at Durham

How can international organisations, researchers and policymakers respond to the changing world of work?

Group photo at Waterside of ILO & World Bank event attendees

Professor Francis Watson awarded prestigious British Academy medal

Professor Francis Watson from our Department of Theology and Religion has been awarded a prestigious medal by the British Academy in recognition of his research into the New Testament and early Christianity.

The village that sheltered outsiders, and what it means for Europe’s refugees now

Our archaeologists have uncovered how a border community once sheltered strangers fleeing violence, a stark contrast to the difficult experiences faced by many refugees and people on the move at Europe's borders today.

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Durham University joins Great North trade mission to India

Durham University’s global connections stood out as the North of England held a historic first trade mission to India.

Pioneering evolutionary biologist wins prestigious research prize

Professor Guillaume Chomicki from our Department of Biosciences has been awarded a prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize for his internationally recognised research in evolutionary biology.

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Researchers propose first method to detect ‘mirror life’ 

Scientists have proposed what they believe is the first method for detecting ‘mirror life’ – a hypothetical form of life made from molecular building blocks that are the mirror image of those found naturally on Earth.

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Prof Chris Stokes to Share Cryosphere Research at COP31

Professor Chris Stokes, from Durham University's Department of Geography, will attend COP31 to share the latest research on glaciers, ice sheets and the growing risks of sea-level rise in a warming world.