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Ancient tower at Auckland Castle uncovered
A team from our Department of Archaeology, in partnership with archaeologists and volunteers from The Auckland Project, has been uncovering the secrets beneath the lawns of County Durham's Auckland Castle.
A world of opportunity
We’ve recently welcomed over 20 new apprentices across the University and are able to fund their training thanks to the Government’s Apprenticeship Levy.
Bringing festive cheer across the City
Our staff and students have found a variety of Covid-secure ways to support our local community during this festive period.
12 Stories to Remember from 2021
It’s been an extraordinary year for us here at Durham University. Here we look back on 12 Stories to Remember from 2021.
Research collaboration at the forefront of new partnership
We have agreed a new partnership with ultrasonic instrumentation manufacturer Coltraco Ultrasonics to develop collaborative research activity and to create research impact.
Negative music strikes a positive note in listeners’ memories
Have you ever listened to a piece of music, and despite the genre or tone, been able to think of a positive memory?
These are the findings from the latest research project from Dr Kelly Jakubowski, Leverhulme Early Career Fellow from our Department of Music.
Exploring the medieval Christmas table
There is no escaping that food plays a central role in Christmas celebrations across the world. However, it’s unlikely that many of us will be cooking quite the variety, or volume, of foods seen in large medieval households!
How 3D printing could improve spare part supply chains
3D printing could be key to reducing inventory and making supply chains for spare parts more responsive, according to new research from Dr Atanu Chaudhuri at the Business School.
Stark picture of inequality for children in the north
A major new report paints a stark picture of inequality for children growing up in the North of England post-pandemic compared to those in the rest of the country.
Bumblebees learn colour patterns to find food fast
Whilst we may enjoy stopping to take in the beauty of flowers, new research shows that bumblebees waste no time with such pleasantries and instead only learn the minimum needed about where to land and find food.
Research involving our Department of Biosciences looked at how bees learn the colour patterns of flowers to find food.
Acting Vice Chancellor reflects on this year and the Christmas festivities on offer before the end of term
Acting Vice Chancellor, Antony Long, runs through the different entertainment available ahead of the festive period and looks back on some of our achievements this year.
League table displays our dedication to sustainability
We’re celebrating being ranked in the top 30 in the People and Planet Green League rankings 2021.