2+ hour, 49+ min ago  (303+ words) An invention designed to tackle labour shortages in farming through chemical-free, AI-driven weeding technology has won Durham University's Blueprint Startup Challenge. Robotnik, developed by Engineering undergraduate Ryan Welsh, took top spot in the 2026 final and secured the competition's "10, 000 first prize....

5+ mon, 4+ week ago  (305+ words) We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mo U) with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), marking a significant step in deepening our engagement with one of India's leading institutions. The Mo U was highlighted during a high-profile visit…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago  (233+ words) Plans to develop an innovation district of national significance in Durham City have taken a major step forward, with the signing of a key agreement. We have signed a Collaboration Agreement with Durham County Council and venture partner Muse to…...

9+ mon, 2+ day ago  (421+ words) We are strengthening our research links with Japan with the appointment of Professor Claire O'Malley as the UK co-chair of the Japan-UK RENKEI consortium. Launched in 2012 by the UK and Japanese governments, RENKEI is a strategic partnership between 10 UK and…...

9+ mon, 1+ week ago  (486+ words) We're hosting a new exhibition marking the centenary of China's prestigious Palace Museum. Our Oriental Museum is the venue for "Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum." The exhibition runs at the Oriental Museum, on…...

11+ mon, 3+ week ago  (401+ words) Durham Energy Institute (DEI) is a founding member of the newly launched Energy Storage Association (UK) - a pioneering trade body committed to advancing energy storage. The trade body aims to become the cornerstone of the UK's transition to a resilient,…...