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Durham professor honoured with Lapworth Medal for outstanding contributions to palaeontology

David Harper, Emeritus Professor of Palaeontology and former Principal of Van Mildert College, has been awarded the 2025 Lapworth Medal. This is the Palaeontological Association’s highest honour.
David Harper is pictured against a brick wall carrying the Lapworth Medal

Shaping the future of North East England’s offshore wind energy

A new report has set out what foundations would be needed to install wind turbines off the coast of North East England.
An offshore wind farm stands in a grey sea with a blue and cloudy sky behind.

Fired up and victorious: Ten Durham sports teams shine at BUCS Big Wednesday

Ten Durham sports teams competed in the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Big Wednesday event this year, coming away with an outstanding set of results.
A women's volleyball team standing behind a red 'Champions' banner, holding a trophy high, and celebrating.

Catching up with our alumni in India

Colleagues from across the University caught up with past and future students at two receptions in India
Alumni gathered in New Delhi with Katie Harland-Edminson and Louise Strong

Durham’s new humanoid robot to support cutting-edge research

Our Department of Computer Science has welcomed an exciting new arrival: Alan, a humanoid robot that will support a wide range of future research.
Humanoid robot Alan in Computer Science Department

Law researcher gives evidence to MPs on policing of Irish border post-Brexit

An internationally renowned expert from our Law School has given evidence to MPs on police cooperation between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland post-Brexit.
The back of a policeman who is directing traffic while wearing a hi-vis jacket.

Durham’s got talent – taking ‘out of this world’ A Cappella to a national television audience

For over a decade, Northern Lights A Cappella, our student‑run and award‑winning singing group, has been a standout part of our student performing arts community.
The Menagerie Club perform on Britain's Got Talent

Spotlight on: Professor Carol Adams – setting the standard in corporate sustainability reporting

Carol Adams is an Emeritus Professor of Accounting in our Business School. She is a globally renowned expert in corporate accounting and sustainability reporting, focusing on its impact on business, society and the environment.
Professor Carol Adams facing the camera with a blue background behind her

Spotlight on: Professor Stephen Gorard - championing use of evidence to improve education outcomes

In our new ‘Spotlight on’ series, we’re highlighting how our researchers are leading their field and transforming lives. Professor Stephen Gorard, from our School of Education, is a pioneer in evidence-informed improvements to educational opportunities.
Black and white image of Professor Stephen Gorard with his arms cross smiling to camera

Workers with multiple jobs miss out on basic rights, study finds

Current workplace frameworks are failing to reflect the realities of modern employment, leaving many people working multiple jobs without adequate protection, new research from Professor Jo McBride in our Business School finds.
Bustling scene at London Underground platform

New study highlights hidden link between gambling and domestic abuse

Harmful gambling can worsen domestic abuse and act as escapism for women, new research from Durham University Business School finds.
Woman comforting another woman

Asian Access: a new pathway to higher education

Asian Access is a new residential programme supporting Year 12 students of Asian heritage in the UK, aiming to boost their confidence in applying to Durham University.
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