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Biosciences News
UK Proteostasis Network receives BBSRC Network Grant
The UK’s proteostasis capability has been bolstered by the award of a BBSRC Network Grant. The grant will support the future development of the UK Proteostasis Network over the next three years.
Major grant awarded for new innovative research into programmable plants
We have been awarded a major research grant as part of UK’s ARIA’s (Advanced Research and Invention Agency) prestigious Programmable Plants initiative.
Parkinson's Pals Success
On 5th June 2025, Parkinson’s Pals UG volunteers completed a 22km walk from Durham to the Angel of the North to raise funds for the Durham Parkinson’s Branch. Despite rain, muddy footpaths, and plenty of sore legs, the team – Biosciences Undergraduates, Jessica Fewkes (Project Manager), Ella Tuke-Hastings, Ella Clinton, Lydia Church, and Grace Denton - took on the challenge with determination.
How tropical plants keep ant rivals peacefully apart by giving them separate ‘flats’
Researchers from our top-rated Biosciences department have uncovered a fascinating way tropical plants in Fiji manage to keep peace among rival ant colonies.
Using GPS trackers to study red deer behaviour in Scotland
Researchers are tracking the movement of red deer in the Highlands of Scotland using GPS collars as part of a new project.
Scientists discover how roots sense and respond to water shortage
Scientists from our top-rated Biosciences department have uncovered a key mechanism in plant roots that helps them adapt to temporary water shortages.
Climate change driving rise in soil’s antibiotic resistance
A multinational research team, including Professor David W Graham from our top-rated Biosciences Department, have helped uncover a worrying new effect of climate change - the rise of antibiotic resistance in soil bacteria.
New study unlocks pathway to treat chronic pain
A new study involving our Biosciences department has revealed a previously unknown pain pathway in the human nervous system, reshaping our understanding of how chronic pain functions.
Durham Blue Event
On 22 May 2025, Alzheimer’s Society – County Durham, in partnership with Durham University and the Balbir Singh Dance Company, presented A Trail of Blue – a city-wide awareness event aimed at highlighting the impact of Alzheimer’s through artistic and sensory experiences.
Two Durham researchers appointed to lead REF 2029 sub-panels
Two Durham University researchers are to take important roles in assessing UK universities’ research quality.
Medetomidine: what you need to know about the animal sedative turning up in opioid deaths
Professor of Pharmacology Paul Chazot explains how a deadly drug started circulating in the US illicit drug market, and what makes it so dangerous.
Two early career bioscientists will tackle health challenges with prestigious award
Dr Ting-Yu Lin of our Department of Biosciences and Dr Francesco Boselli of our Departments of Biosciences and Engineering have each been granted a Springboard Award to help support their research in biomedical sciences.
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