The team found that both bonobos and chimpanzees used sex in similar ways to ease tension and reaffirm social bonds before feeding. Bonobos also often had sex more after fights to repair social ...

New research by our Department of Psychology has determined that our perceptions of body image are shaped by what we see from as early as seven years old. These body ideals continue to be informed by ...

Our ‘Spotlight on’ series highlights how our researchers are leading their field and transforming lives. Robin Coningham, Professor of Early Medieval Archaeology and UNESCO Chair in Archaeological ...

This LGBTQ History Month, we're highlighting the work of Dr Joan Lubin, an assistant professor of modern and contemporary literature in our Department of English Studies. Joan's research spans science ...

We are very honoured that His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen have chosen to visit Durham and we look forward to ...

A new 15-minute tool to screen stroke survivors for visual perception problems has been launched by researchers from Durham and Oxford universities. The free screening tool could make it easier for ...

Our Chancellor and acclaimed foreign affairs specialist, Dr Fiona Hill, is launching a new scholarship scheme to support students from North East England who come from lower income households.

We are delighted to announce the introduction of the Fiona Hill Scholarships which has been specifically designed to support applicants from the North East of England. Submit a completed scholarship ...

Law professor Clare McGlynn explains why it matters that incest porn has become so popular online, and what can be done about it. These proposed changes address a glaring gap in regulation. While ...