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ESTRELLAS: The power of supporting women in STEM

Our Centre for Advanced Instrumentation recently hosted an event dedicated to celebrating and supporting women in STEM. Speakers from across the globe came to ¼â½ÐÊÓƵappto share inspirational stories from their impressive careers, showing how they came to be where they are today.
The attendees of the ESTRELLAS event

¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp to host the National Astronomy Meeting 2025

Leading scientists from the UK and around world will meet at ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp next summer to present the latest in cutting-edge space research.
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Researchers use advanced robotics to study honeybee behaviour

Researchers from our top-rated Computer Science department have made significant advances in understanding honeybee behaviour through the use of innovative robotic technology.
Roboroyale project

New Zealand reporter Pete McKenzie announced as 2025 Sir Harry Evans Global Fellow

Pete McKenzie has been awarded the 2025 Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship in Investigative Journalism.
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Durham’s solar-powered car shines at European Challenge

Our Solar Car team has secured a top 10 finish at the prestigious 2024 iLumen European Solar Challenge.
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Euclid reveals first images of its great map of the Universe

An international team of scientists, including those from our Department of Physics, are involved in a major space mission that has released five unprecedented new images of the Universe.
One of the first images from space from the Euclid mission

Strengthening research engagement

Senior representatives from the University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Forrest Research Foundation recently spent two days in ¼â½ÐÊÓƵappto further enhance our long-standing research collaboration.
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Contributing to the cultural vibrancy and wellbeing of North East England

As a new academic year begins, we’re reflecting on the positive impact we have on North East England. Part one of our two-part series explored how we’re driving inclusive growth. In part two, discover how we’re contributing to the cultural vibrancy of our region and enhancing the health and wellbeing of local communities.
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Nature Positive: We're Highly Commended in the International Green Gown Awards

We're delighted to announce that our project entitled 'Enhancing Biodiversity at Durham' has been Highly Commended for the Nature Positive category in the International Green Gown Awards 2024. Ian Armstrong, Biodiversity Manager in our Estates and Facilities Directorate, explains more about the project and how it supports our sustainability strategy.
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UK Government minister praises ‘huge contribution’ of universities

A UK Government Cabinet Minister has praised the contribution universities make to the country’s success, at a first-of-its-kind conference.
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Driving inclusive growth in North East England

As a global University and proudly part of North East England, we’re working with partners to improve life chances and promote prosperity, locally and nationally. As we begin a new academic year, here are some of the ways we’re making a positive impact in our communities: economically, socially and culturally.
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University apprentice success for T-level work placement students

Expanding access to education, skills training and employment opportunities is something we’re passionate about at Durham.
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