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We are delighted to share the news that the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies (IMEMS) has been awarded a transformational investment of £1.3 million to support our new research programme, Inventing Futures. Read more below 👇

🌍 The Coimbra Group #CGClimateSymposium is almost here! From 24-26 March, CG university leaders gather at Durham University to tackle climate challenges& adopt the #DurhamDeclaration - strengthening our collective action for a sustainable future. #CG50Years 🌱 coimbra-group.eu/durham-univers…

Next week's #CGClimateSymposium will also celebrate #CG50Years culminating with the adoption of #DurhamDeclaration by 40 European universities signatories on the 26th March.

Thanks to Magda De Carli European Commission for insights on the developments towards a European Research Area Act in 2026 & constructive exchange of views with Coimbra Group Executive Board and Rectors' Advisory Group, together in Durham for tomorrow's #CGClimateSymposium. #CG40Years

Amazing day Durham University! Intense meetings of Executive Board & Rectors' Advisory Board on recent developments, ahead #CGClimateSymposium starting tomorrow. 👉Looking forward to reinforcing collective commitment to #sustainability + #climate action! #DurhamDeclaration #CG40Years

There is a "short term fixation against a long term problem" & the Coimbra Group is in a powerful position to contribute to a transformative change for climate, nature, planetary health & society. Keynote address by Tony Juniper Natural England #CGClimateSymposium #CG40Years

Insightful discussion on the role of Universities and Research Funders as #investors for #transformative action on #climate, nature, health and #socialjustice. 👉 Tackling achievements, limits & challenges faced #CGClimateSymposium #CG40Years

🌍 Passionate talk by Mike Bentley Durham University on #funding & collaboration for polar climate change #research ❄️, introducing keynote Christopher Smith Science Europe, outlining commitment of funders to tackle the issue 🌱 #CGClimateSymposium #CG40Years

Interesting panel on the importance of student engagement in efforts to combat climate change. ➡️ Sam Barratt UN Environment Programme animated the lively discussion with experiences from Universities of Barcelona, Uni Cologne INTERNATIONAL, Università di Pavia & Durham #CGClimateSymposium

We were honoured to welcome Chair of Natural England, Dr Tony Juniper to Durham today who addressed leaders of 39 European universities at the Coimbra Group Climate Symposium with a stark warning. brnw.ch/21wRzqi #CGClimateSymposium Tony Juniper Natural England

🌍 Inspiring Day 1 at #CGClimateSymposium! From Tony Juniper’s keynote to panels on research, funding & student engagement, Coimbra Group unis showcased their role as educators, investors and innovators. 🌱 Up next: #DurhamDeclaration. Stay tuned! #CG40Years #CGClimateSymposium

On 22 May 2025, Alzheimer’s Society – County Durham, in partnership with Durham University presented A Trail of Blue – a city-wide awareness event aimed at highlighting the impact of Alzheimer’s through artistic and sensory experiences. dur.ac.uk/research/insti…