Durham researchers are part of an international collaboration that has completed the most detailed 3D map of the Universe to date.

Our physicists have created a new movie taking us back nine billion years in time to understand the formation of our Milky Way.

A major study has revealed that where a child goes to school plays a role in whether they get diagnosed with a specific learning difficulty or not. Lead author, Dr Johny Daniel explains.

Our researchers are leading work to improve how society supports autistic people across the life course.

Cutting-edge Engineering research into custom 3D plates for reconstructive surgery has been awarded funding from the Academy of Medical Sciences.

Classics researcher Professor Arlene Holmes-Henderson MBE has been recognised with one of the field’s top national honours.

Dr Jack Symes from our top-rated Philosophy Department has appeared in a new episode of Jubilee Media’s popular debate series Surrounded, bringing ethical philosophy to a wide international audience.

Scientists from our Computer Science Department have led two innovative projects that have received major recognition at one of Europe’s leading robotics events.

New simulations are providing the most realistic pictures yet of how galaxies formed and evolved from the beginning of time.

Researchers from our top-rated Engineering Department have used travel to cricket matches at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham to test a new tool designed to help cut transport emissions in cities.

Asian Access is a new residential programme supporting Year 12 students of Asian heritage in the UK, aiming to boost their confidence in applying to Durham University.

Ten Durham sports teams competed in the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Big Wednesday event this year, coming away with an outstanding set of results.

We’ve been named in the top 50 of the world’s most international universities, by a newly published league table.

Research shows that sexism and misogyny in football are still very common. Professor Stacey Pope from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences has been shining a light on the prejudice and negative attitudes.

Dr Amy Pearson and Dr Monique Botha from our Psychology Department argue that neurodivergent people hold diverse and often strong views about the language used to describe them, with some valuing broad terms like 'neurodivergent' for their flexibility, while others see them as too vague or inaccurate. They emphasise that no single terminology works for everyone, and that respectful communication depends on using precise language and, where possible, following individuals’ own preferences.

Professor Kieran Fernandes, Executive Dean of our Business School, explores the UK’s ambition to lead the G7 in AI adoption, arguing that success depends not on innovation alone, but on how effectively AI is embedded across businesses, public services and regions.

Dr Arnab Basu MBE (Physics, Ustinov College, 1999-2003) has been installed as the High Sheriff of the County Palatine of Durham for the 2026/7 civic year.

Colleagues from across the University caught up with past and future students at two receptions in India

We welcomed Mr Santiago Miralles Huete, Consul General of Spain in Edinburgh, for a visit that celebrated our long-standing connections with Spain, and its vibrant cultural and academic community.