Latest News
Innovative Research in Collaboration with Applied Monitoring Ltd
The Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences have led on an exciting research project driven by Dr Lindsay Macnaughton (PI) investigating an innovative, non-invasive technology to measure blood lactate conducted in partnership with Applied Monitoring Ltd (AML).
‘Is Football Sexist?': Project wins award for best project from the Ogden Trust.
Congratulations to Stacey Pope who was part of a project which has won an award for best project (nationally) for engaging with schools from the Ogden Trust.
DSES at the 9th International Conference on Qualitative Research in Sport and Exercise (QRSE2024)
Dr Hester Hockin-Boyers reflects on the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences engagement with the conference and shares her reflections as a first-time attendee
Durham Sport and Exercise Sciences researchers appointed to new roles
Dr Toni Williams and Professor Martin Roderick have accepted new positions with the International Society of Qualitative Research in Sport and Exercise and the associated journal Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health.
Leading researcher campaigns for fair access to sports with Paralympics GB
Professor Brett Smith from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences attended the Paralympic Games to campaign for equality in physical education (PE) for disabled children.
How exercise can support eating disorder recovery
Research led by Dr Hester Hockin-Boyers (Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences), suggests that combining seemingly opposing approaches to health management could support eating disorder recovery.
Working with Durham police to benefit local communities
We have signed an agreement with Durham Constabulary and the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner to work together for the benefit of local communities.
Making waves in Team GB's rowing squad
Following alumna Lauren Irwin’s selection as part of the Team GB rowing squad, she has been training intensively for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Prof. Brett Smith: International Keynote Speaker
Professor Brett Smith will be delivering several international keynotes and workshops to audiences around the world.
Multiple concussions in rugby players change proteins in their blood
A new study shows that retired rugby players who have suffered multiple concussions have abnormal levels of certain proteins in their blood.
Euro 2024: women need safer fan spaces at big football tournaments to stamp out hostility and abuse
With Euro 2024 in full-flow, Professor Stacey Pope, from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, looks at what more can be done to help women feel more safe when attending major football tournaments.
Quadruple representation for Durham in Team GB hockey squad
Three Durham alumni and a graduating student have been selected for the men’s and women’s Team GB hockey squads ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics this summer.