Our education researchers worked with primary school children to develop a series of picture books on online safety and digital literacy. 

We're working with others, locally, regionally and nationally, to improve life chances and promote prosperity in our region and nation. In her monthly column, our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien explores some of our regional partnerships and the benefits they will bring to North East England.

Our Volunteering and Outreach Team are sending a heartfelt thank you, to everyone who has contributed to their successful festive campaign for 2024. The support of staff and student volunteers across three projects, Festive Food Drive, Festive Crafts and The Christmas Card Appeal, has enabled us to positively engage with 47 charities and organisations this Christmas.

Bonobo apes orphaned by the illegal trade in bushmeat and pets can overcome trauma and develop social abilities like those of their mother-reared peers.

Our annual Christmas Tree Wish Appeal is once again helping Christmas wishes come true for local families. Students and staff generously donated over 260 gifts, that will now be distributed across County Durham through our charity partners.

Professor Kieran Fernandes has been appointed as our new Executive Dean (Business).  

A team of our distinguished alumni and academics will compete against rival university teams in this year’s University Challenge festive special on the BBC.

Television presenter Matt Baker will be among the leaders in their fields to receive honorary degrees from the University in January 2025.   

Associate Professor Kelly Jakubowski studies the songs that run through our heads to establish why they’re there, and what can be done about them.

From globally impactful research to Olympian alumni and award-winning initiatives – it's been an exciting year here at Durham. In part two of our end of year review, we're reflecting on more of our successes in 2024.

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.

Scientists from our Geography department have made a major breakthrough in understanding one of the most powerful forces shaping the ocean floor: turbidity currents.