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Institute of Advanced Study

Founded in 2006, the Institute of Advanced Study offers world-leading researchers a unique space for transformative reflection in and beyond individual disciplines.
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Welcome to the Institute of Advanced Study

Durham’s Institute of Advanced Study (IAS) is a home for growing big ideas. We support, promote and grow new and creative interdisciplinary ideas that transform our perspectives in challenging and provocative ways. We provide time, space, and resources to exchange and integrate ideas, knowledge and skills. We are a home to an inclusive, diverse and supportive community of scholars from Durham University and across the world.
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Our Research at the IAS

At the IAS, our research drives innovation and fosters collaboration across disciplines. Our scholars engage in cutting edge projects that push the boundaries of knowledge and address global challenges. Explore our research initiatives and discover how we are shaping the future of inquiry.

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IAS Fellowships

“The Fellowship has not only been hugely productive, but it has had a profound effect on me. It has reminded me why I am an academic and has restored the love I have for the job.” - Dr Peter Coe 

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IAS Fellows Epiphany 2026

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IAS Fellows Michaelmas 2025

IAS Fellows Epiphany Term 2024/25 Fellows outside Cosin's Hall

IAS Fellows Epiphany 2025

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IAS Fellowship Michaelmas 2024

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IAS Fellows Epiphany 2024

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IAS Fellowship 2023 Michaelmas

I have been convinced for a long time that the IAS environment is by far the most stimulating for those seeking to deepen and fertilise their research questions through contact with alternative visions and approaches.
Professor Raouf Boucekkine
Aix-Marseille University (June 2025)

Upcoming Events

Seminar - The cases for plural, innovative and novel evidence to inform public reasoning October 19 @ 1 - 2pm

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Talk - Ukraine’s Bucha to Banksy - From frontline reporting to the surreal. With Reuters' Simon James Gardner. October 21 @ 4pm - 5pm

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Symposium - Building Bridges: Fairness in Allocation October 22 @ 9am - 1.30pm

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Seminar - Segregation, Collective Emotions, and Social Change within the Settler-Colonial Context in Palestine: October 26 @ 1 - 2pm

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Celebrating research that makes a difference

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Celebrating research that makes a difference

Our new IAS film showcases the people and successes driving innovation and creating real-world impact. Discover how IAS supported research is shaping the future.

Our Transformations Blog

Highlights and reflections from Fellows and IAS collaborators

14 Years at the IAS: where did the time go?

As we approach the 20th anniversary of the IAS, I find myself reflecting on my more than fourteen years at the Institute.
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The importance and value of an IAS in an uncertain and difficult world

Uncertain times are when an IAS might shine the most.
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Reflections on Climate Apartheid

Climate apartheid is a fruitful topic for interdisciplinary collaboration due to its multiple meanings.
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Latest News

Starting Michaelmas term with a major celebration of interdisciplinary research

As we enter and celebrate our 20th year, the Institute of Advanced Study (IAS) is delighted to introduce our Michaelmas Term fellows, visitors and research projects.

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Discover the IAS Michaelmas Term 2026 Programme

The Institute of Advanced Study (IAS) is pleased to announce the launch of its Michaelmas Term 2026 Term Card, bringing together a rich programme of seminars, talks, lectures and special events organised by the IAS and its partners.
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Could the youth protests in South Asia help shape a better future?

Youth protests have become widespread in South Asia in recent times, including in India and Bangladesh. Professor Nayanika Mookherjee from our Anthropology Department explores how the protests could help shape a better future for South Asia.
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Publications, Videos and Social Media

Find out more about the Institute of Advanced Study including publications, details of former Fellows, and past projects.

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  • Publications

    Explore recent as well as past publications from IAS Fellows or from Durham colleagues supported by the IAS via funded projects and activities.
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    Keep up to date with IAS news and posts via our LinkedIn.
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Publications

Explore recent as well as past publications from IAS Fellows or from Durham colleagues supported by the IAS via funded projects and activities.
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Get in touch

Enquiries about IAS should be sent via the email below.

Institute of Advanced Study

Durham University,

Cosin’s Hall,

Palace Green,

Durham,

DH1 3RL 

Tel: +44 (0) 191 334 2589