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New study finds policing of county lines 'criminalises' minority youth
A new research report has raised concerns that policing efforts targeting 'county lines' drug operations in the UK rely on discriminatory assumptions about minority groups and contribute to the criminalisation of minoritised communities.
Strengthening our partnerships in Germany
On 16 November 2023, we were delighted to welcome the German Deputy Ambassador to Durham to explore how we can enhance our research and education collaborations with German institutions.
Appointment of new Executive Dean for Science Faculty
Professor Clive Roberts has been appointed as our new Executive Dean (Science).
Review of university spin-out companies welcomed
We have welcomed an independent review of university spin-out companies.
Meet Dr Denis Patterson from our Department of Mathematical Sciences
Get to know Dr Denis Patterson who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Can humans ever live in peace? Conflict resolution expert Roger Mac Ginty shares his thoughts
Roger Mac Ginty is a Professor in Defence, Development and Diplomacy in our School of Government and International Affairs.
Looking back to Lumiere, and ahead to the end of the year
Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, reviews recent and upcoming community events and activities.
Durham staff member honoured by National Student Esports
Kylie Kendrick from our Computing and Information Services team has been named as October’s Intel Monthly Most Valued Player by National Student Esports.
Durham Solar Car Team achieves best ever result in Bridgestone World Solar Challenge
We are very excited to share that our Solar Car Team has done very well in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge and finished in 11th position in the Challenge Class of the competition.
Answering the question of Supergalactic Plane’s missing spiral galaxies
Our cosmologists have found an answer to why spiral galaxies like our Milky Way are largely missing from part of our Local Universe called the Supergalactic Plane.
Why we need a unified tertiary education funding system
Shaid Mahmood, our Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion), has joined leaders from across the education sector to call for a unified funding system for English universities and further education colleges.
Chancellor discusses regional development with University community
Durham University Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill, met with staff, students and friends of the University as they came together to discuss the topic of regional development.