One prevailing theory is that it requires a president to face great challenges, meet them by changing how the US functions, institutionalise those changes in a way that creates lasting impact, and ...

This annual ranking assesses thousands of universities all around the world on broad subject areas. Arts and Humanities was ...

Making a positive impact and transforming lives for the better, globally and locally, is the driving force behind what we do ...

Two Durham scientists whose work helps us to understand the Universe and our own planet are being recognised by one of the UK’s leading learned societies. Emeritus Professor Ian Smail and Dr Andrew ...

Scientists from our top-rated Physics department have set a global milestone by achieving quantum entanglement of individual molecules using cutting-edge magic-wavelength optical tweezers.

More than 1,500 students from all over the world graduated in the magnificent setting of Durham Cathedral, in the company of ...

2024’s events brought together employers and students in dynamic, engaging ways, showcasing the breadth of opportunities available to early career talent. The fairs offered students invaluable ...

The Oriental Museum, will be hosting its spectacular Lunar New Year Lantern Festival celebration on Wednesday 12 February from 6pm -8pm. Lunar New Year is celebrated across Asia and culminates in a ...

A prototype AI chatbot tool has been developed to help pull together vital human, animal and environmental health information to support the global response to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR is ...

When we turn to “complex” extraterrestrial life or “intelligent” aliens, our results were 67.4% agreement, and 58.2% agreement, respectively for astrobiologists and other scientists. So, scientists ...

In our new ‘Spotlight on’ series, we’re highlighting how our researchers are leading their field and transforming lives. Professor Stephen Gorard, from our School of Education, is a pioneer in ...

Professor of Education and Public Policy Stephen Gorard responds to the current Labour government's plans to cut back on some of the exceptions afforded to academy schools. The UK education secretary, ...