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Science, engineering & technology news
Find all of the latest science, technology and engineering news below including all updates from the North East Technology Park (NETPark), success stories for NETPark’s tenant companies and market breakthroughs in new research in areas such as printable electronics, photonics, microelectronics and nanotechnology.
Heavy metals may help lung cancer resist chemotherapy
Researchers from Durham University's top-rated Biosciences and Chemistry Department have discovered that combinations of metals linked to smoking and pollution may help lung cancer become resistant to chemotherapy.
Aug 25
School pupils help discover promising new tuberculosis drug boosters
School pupils helped develop and test promising new compounds that could improve the effectiveness of existing tuberculosis (TB) treatments as part of a unique research project.
Aug 12
Professor Pippa Petts awarded prestigious teaching fellowship
Professor Pippa Petts, from the Durham University Department of Physics, has been awarded a prestigious National Teaching Fellowship in recognition of her outstanding contribution to teaching and learning.
Aug 10
How our Milky Way once underwent a dramatic flip
The Milky Way may have undergone some cosmic gymnastics during its history with a dramatic disc flip, according to new research from Durham University astronomers.
Aug 6
Strengthening research ties with Japan through multiple new grant awards
Durham University have secured funding for three new research projects from the prestigious Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, further strengthening their partnership with Japan.
Aug 4
Durham astronomers uncover the earliest known signs of galaxy-building in action
Astronomers from Durham University Physics Department have discovered the earliest known evidence of a galaxy being shaped from the inside out, revealing that key processes in galaxy evolution were already under way when the Universe was still young
Jul 23
Celebrating NETPark's Arnab Basu as High Sheriff of County Durham
A special Durham Cathedral service and Durham Castle reception have been held to celebrate the appointment of Durham University alumnus Dr Arnab Basu MBE as High Sheriff of County Durham.
Jul 20
Durham physicists part of mission to chart space and time
Our physicists are part of one of the most ambitious studies of the Universe ever undertaken.
Jul 8
Celebrating Women in Tech & Science at ESTRELLAS
Members of the Space North East England community were among the delegation to attend ESTRELLAS: Women in Tech & Sciences, an inspiring event hosted by Durham University that celebrated the achievements, experiences and contributions of women across STEM.
Jul 2
aXenic and Durham University Collaborate to Advance Optical Space Communications
aXenic and Durham University are demonstrating how regional collaboration, supported by the North East Space Communication Accelerator (NESCA), is helping to develop the next generation of optical communications technologies for the space sector.
Jul 1
NESCA space accelerator backs 13 North East projects
NESCA – the North East Space Communications Accelerator – is distributing £490,000 to 13 space communications and technology projects.
Jun 23
Durham University rises to 85th in prestigious QS World University Rankings 2027
Durham University has been ranked 85th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, up nine places from last year.
Jun 18
Durham and Microsoft partnership to support AI skills and future opportunities
Durham University has announced an exciting partnership with Microsoft to help shape the future of AI skills, education, and opportunity.
Jun 11
North East universities and North East Mayor launch £22.5m fund to convert research into new businesses
North East England’s five universities are joining forces with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness to help transform academic research into high-growth new businesses.
Jun 11
Astronaut, comedian, and folk duo among leaders and pioneers to be honoured by Durham University
Astronaut Rosemary Coogan, award-winning actor, writer and comedian Nick Mohammed, and folk duo The Unthanks will be among those to receive honorary degrees from Durham University this summer.
Jun 8
North-East Institute of Technology expands with three new strategic partners
North-East Institute of Technology expands with three new strategic partners
Jun 4
Beyond the Hype: How AI will change your leadership journey
Come along to Durham University Business School for an engaging and thought-provoking evening exploring the evolving role of artificial intelligence in today’s world.
May 28
Durham University researchers develop new multimedia coding tool to help beginners succeed in programming
Researchers from Durham University and international partner institutions have developed a new approach designed as a tool to provide beginner-friendly programming exercises that could help transform how coding is taught to non-technical students.
May 20
Universities showcase North East innovation
Universities across the North East have joined forces to demonstrate the region’s strengths in research, innovation and economic development.
May 14
Build leadership skills for the space sector with Durham University
The Space Leadership Programme (1-4 June) will provide attendees with the knowledge and confidence to lead effectively in the space sector
May 11
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