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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Researchers and software engineers from our Computer Science Department and Advanced Research Computing (ARC) have created a new online course to help postgraduate students and research professionals develop their programming skills.

Research conducted with neurodivergent young people has inspired the launch of a new toolkit on how to speak with them about co-occurring mental health challenges when they seek support.

Dr Toni Williams, from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, has contributed to a major report with Disability Rights UK exploring the "Activity Trap".