Durham University - Central Newshttp://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/index.php?itemno=RSS news feed for Central Newsen-gbTue, 15 May 2012 16:25:49 +0100http://www.dur.ac.uk/rss/15 Durham University http://www.dur.ac.uk/images/template/logounidurham-new.gif http://www.dur.ac.uk Durham student selected for Paralympics Durham University student and wheelchair fencer, Gemma Collis, has been selected to represent Team GB at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14602 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14602 Tue, 15 May 2012 16:25:49 +0100 North arm of national research centre for innovative manufacturing launched at Durham University Manufacturers could benefit from the North arm of a national research centre aimed at improving the design, reliability and cost-effectiveness of technological and engineered products. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14555 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14555 Thu, 10 May 2012 12:50:38 +0100 Durham University scientists play role in successor to Hubble Durham University astrophysicists are part of an international team driving a new instrument which will help provide a clearer view of our Universe. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14552 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14552 Wed, 09 May 2012 14:52:19 +0100 Gene involved in sperm-to-egg binding is key to fertility in mammals Experts from Durham University have identified a new gene that could help the development of fertility treatments in humans in the future. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14495 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14495 Tue, 01 May 2012 14:56:26 +0100 Durham University embarks on international academic recruitment drive Durham University has announced plans for the biggest international recruitment drive in its history to build on its position as a leading university for global research and education. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14490 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14490 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:06:00 +0100 Durham ranked as top five UK University Durham University has further cemented its place as one of the UK's leading universities, according to a new league table. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14439 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14439 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:50:16 +0100 Fracking requires a minimum distance of at least 0.6 kilometres from sensitive rock strata The chances of rogue fractures due to shale gas fracking operations extending beyond 0.6 kilometres from the injection source is a fraction of one percent, according to new research led by Durham University. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14449 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14449 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:35:20 +0100 Girl power for Olympic torchbearers at Durham University Three rising international sportswomen from Durham University have been selected to carry the Olympic Torch. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14441 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14441 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:44:39 +0100 Queen’s Award for Durham University academic A Durham University academic has been awarded The Queen's Award For Enterprise Promotion, the UK's highest accolade for business success, for his work in promoting enterprise and business in the North East. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14420 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14420 Fri, 11 May 2012 09:12:52 +0100 Aptitude test may be fairer way of selecting medical school candidates Medical schools that use the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) as part of their admissions process reduce the relative disadvantage faced by certain socioeconomic groups, according to a study published on bmj.com. http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14377 http://www.dur.ac.uk/news/newsitem/?itemno=14377 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:39:01 +0100