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Research News
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Thousands of far-flung galaxies revealed
Astronomers have captured a spectacular image of a massive galaxy cluster embedded among nearly thousands of previously unseen galaxies scattered across space and time.
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New type of bed net could help fight against malaria
A new type of bed net could prevent millions of cases of malaria, according to new research published in The Lancet.
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Grammar schools could be damaging to social mobility
Grammar schools are no better or worse than non-selective state schools in terms of attainment, but can be damaging to social mobility, according to new research by Durham University.
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North-South divide in chronic pain
England has a North-South ‘pain divide’, with a clear geographical split in the prevalence and intensity of chronic pain and the use of potentially addictive opioid pain killers, shows new research.
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Protecting against volcanic ash
A first of its kind study, led by Dr Claire Horwell of the Department of Earth Sciences and Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience, has found that industry-certified particle masks are most effective at protecting people from volcanic ash, whilst commonly used surgical masks offer less protection.
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Durham University Research
Breathlessness, ancient manuscripts and geothermal energy are among the diverse subject areas benefiting from world leading research at Durham University. Here academics from across the University talk about their research, and how Durham’s collaborative environment encourages them to explore new approaches to research.
Featured Events
Durham University offers an exciting year-round calendar of lectures, seminars and exhibitions.
Events are open to the public, so take the opportunity to engage with current debates, explore some of our beautiful buildings and grounds, expand your knowledge or learn more about our cultural artefacts.
Thursday 20 September 2018
Shattering Perceptions: The Women of Archaeology
A temporary exhibition exploring the diverse achievements of women in archaeology
Contact archaeology.museum@durham.ac.uk for more information about this event.
Hidden Women
New tour highlights the 'hidden women' at the Oriental Museum
Contact oriental.museum@durham.ac.uk for more information about this event.
Friday 21 September 2018
Scaling the Heights
An exhibition by artists Stephen, Margaret and Kate Livingstone, working with Dr. Abbie Garrington of Durham University, to recreate heroic Himalayan mountain climbs in miniature using vintage Action Men figures.
Contact oriental.museum@durham.ac.uk for more information about this event.
