Department of Chemistry
Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at Durham
We're proud to be a World Top 100 department with an extensive research base.
"It's incredible to watch our exceptional students develop as scientists and become highly engaged problem solvers ready to shape the future!"
Professor Jan Verlet, Head of Department
What's new?
Professor Paul Denny and team win prestigious MRC Outstanding Team Impact Prize
An international team of scientists led by Professor Paul Denny from our top-rated Biosciences and Chemistry departments has made significant strides in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) such as leishmaniasis and Chagas disease.
Prof. A. Beeby granted access to the Utrecht Psalter for special research
The global team on Neglected Tropical Diseases Wins the Durham Global SDG Award 2023
Professor Paul Denny and team announced as MRC Impact prize 2023 finalists in the Outstanding Team Impact category.
Ehmke Pohl and Paul Denny lead international workshop on neglected tropical diseases
Professor Jan Verlet wins prize from Royal Society of Chemistry
Respiratone shortlisted for Emerging Technologies Competition final
The global team on Neglected Tropical Diseases Wins the Durham Global SDG Award 2023
We are pleased to announce that the global consortium on Neglected Tropical Diseases led by Durham University won the inaugural Durham Global SDG award.
Professor Paul Denny and team announced as MRC Impact prize 2023 finalists in the Outstanding Team Impact category.
Celebrating Durham chemist’s place on prestigious development programme
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Undergraduate Study
We offer both BSc and MChem undergraduate courses, many accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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Enquiries about Chemistry and our courses should be sent via the emails below:
Department of Chemistry
Durham University
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE
United Kingdom
Telephone (UK): +44 (0191) 334 2076
Telephone (International): +44 191 334 2000
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