Durham University Psychology researchers have found that young children are less likely to react negatively to the smell of vegetables they were repeatedly exposed to in the womb. They coded the facial reactions of three-year-olds to carrot 🥕or kale 🥬 👉https://brnw.ch/21x2rZP

A new neuroscience research partnership with Institute of Science & Technology will bring together strengths in memory circuits & computational neuroscience. An online seminar series begins 20 May showcasing research on hippocampal & sensorimotor cortical activity bit.ly/4udvd4U @oistedu.bsky.social

New research from @durhampsych.bsky.social @zannaclay.bsky.social shows that how parents’ guide their babies plays a key role in how helpful they become. Learn more: www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

We're recruiting participants aged 18–24 for a new online study exploring how social media use relates to young people’s thoughts, emotions, and wellbeing. All participants will receive a personalised summary report of their own results and be entered into a prize draw. Find out more bit.ly/4wizZzl

Research focusing on the dynamics and geography of intergroup segregation and integration, has been recognised with a prestigious Australian-based fellowship at Durham University - youtu.be/CRVj11UdrY4.

Research led by Dr Sam Forbes and Prof John Spencer shows that young children who experience richer, face to face interaction develop stronger neural pathways for language processing than those primarily exposed to screens www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... @samhforbes.bsky.social

We are pleased to share that our Psychology department has risen from 84th to 70th in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 - reflecting the continued dedication and excellence of our staff, students, and partners. #QSWUR #Psychology #UniversityExcellence #Proud

From advancing understanding of suicide risk in prisons to driving action on sexual violence in universities, forensic psychologist @profgrahamtowl.bsky.social is dedicated to saving and improving lives. Learn more about his work 👉 bit.ly/4rDAssg @durhampsych.bsky.social

How do habits like procrastination or perfectionism shape our wellbeing? 🔎 Prof @fuschia-sirois.bsky.social from @durhampsych.bsky.social has dedicated her career to transforming how we understand these issues & creating tools to help people cope. Find out more👉 bit.ly/46PF0nZ

Evolutionary psychology suggests humans are drawn to features such as facial symmetry, implying universal standards of attractiveness linked to health and fertility. But are these preferences universal? Prof Boothroyd challenges this idea through her research in Nicaraguan communities bit.ly/4r5yrEQ

We all lose focus sometimes, but staying on task is a vital skill as children grow. Researchers from the University of East Anglia and Durham University explored how this ability develops in childhood, as well as how COVID 19 affected it. bit.ly/EFimpactstudy

How does the brain adapt when a child is born with an upper limb difference? 🧠 New research involving Dorothy Cowie from our Durham University Department of Psychology and University of Cambridge has found incredible levels of brain adaptability in children as young as five - brnw.ch/21x0fjF

Can a single piece of feedback—true or false—change how well you perform? Confidence plays a surprising role in spatial performance—and the results of a new study suggest that even false feedback can change both. doi.org/10.1007/s105...

Fully-funded PhD with me and @srikipedia.bsky.social to study serotonin functions with cutting-edge experimental-computational approaches in a #NeuroAI framework. Based at @durhampsych.bsky.social & @newcastleuni.bsky.social 🔗 www.findaphd.com/phds/project... ⏰ Deadline: 27 Feb 2026 More info👇

Durham researchers awarded a major grant to study teenagers’ use of social media - www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

Do you have a 2:1 Bachelor (Honours) degree or international equivalent in a non-psychology subject but an interest in studying psychology? Consider joining us at Durham University - UK Times 2026 University of the Year - for a one-year MSc Psychology (Conversion). #AcademicSky #EduSky #HigherEd

We are one of Europe’s top 40universities, ranking 32nd in the 2026 QS World University Rankings: Europe. The result highlights our improvements in academic and employer reputation, international research collaboration and graduate outcomes. Read more: www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... #QSWUR

Interested in doing a PhD on how #psychedelics (or other psychoactive substances) impact psychological or social processes @durhampsych.bsky.social ? Have a look at the NINE DTP scheme, now open. DM me if interested.

Behavioural Data Science for Decision-Makers – new professional short online course. Make smarter, more ethical decisions using the power of behavioural insight and data. Perfect for professionals and leaders across business, marketing, HR, and strategy. bit.ly/BehaviouralD...

Ten years on from publication - this big lad hits 1000 citations. Congrats @cfernyhough.bsky.social! Probably the longest paper we will ever write. If you get to the end you get a badge and a certificate. And hopefully you will learn something about inner speech. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26011789/

We are The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026 and ranked third overall in its Good University Guide. Congratulations to our global university community on this success. 🎉 Read more: brnw.ch/21wVU4Q

@durhampsych.bsky.social current has 5 (FIVE!!) PhD studentships being advertised! 3 to work with me on children as agents of cultural evolution 2 to work with @drboothroyd.bsky.social on examining school-based body image interventions. Please share and apply! www.durham.ac.uk/departments/...

We are hiring! New Asst Prof (G8) post @durhampsych.bsky.social *All areas* but with some teaching in forensic psych. Deadline September 16. durham.taleo.net/careersectio...

Congratulations to all 20 of our researchers who will be part of expert sub-panels for #REF2029. The number and breadth of expertise demonstrates the excellence in research here at Durham. www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... @ref2029.bsky.social #research #excellence

Excited to share our new paper investigating Ugandan mothers' experience of gender roles and how it impacts their children's socio-emotional development! dx.doi.org/10.1002/icd.... @drboothroyd.bsky.social @zannaclay.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @durhamdcerc.bsky.social

A new ‪study shows new mothers only have about an hour of their waking day for rest, leading to stress, loneliness and emotional exhaustion. www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... @thuyvytnguyen.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social

Deadline for applications is 16th September!

September always brings with it that old back-to-school feeling and the urge to learn something new. Feel the same? Check out our professional short courses in behavioural science - flexible, online, and grounded in real world insight bit.ly/BehSciCPD #[email protected]

Come and work with us! We have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Assistant Professor. The post is full-time & permanent and is open to applicants from all areas of psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in forensic psychology. To apply➡️ bit.ly/3V7nqW9

Join us as we explore the challenges faced by psychology educators when teaching about sex and gender. Registrations now open for our free webinar. Monday 8 September, 1pm - 2pm BST lnkd.in/eUkBC2rQ #HigherEd #Psychology #TeachingPsychology #SexAndGender #InclusiveTeaching #UKAcademia #Pedagogy

It’s our first day at @edbookfest.bsky.social and our website has had a glow-up – go and take a look! readerbank.org

The #ReaderBank Imagination Quiz aims to understand readers’ imaginations with potential to enhance mental health therapies. shorturl.at/gHVSx @thereaderbank.bsky.social @durhamimh.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @aldersonday.bsky.social @georgiapunton.bsky.social @edbookfest.bsky.social

New from @durhamimh.bsky.social - the first @thereaderbank.bsky.social paper! We identify 4 factors in a new scale of reading imagery, the ReaderBank Imagination Quiz. Well done 1st author @georgiapunton.bsky.social & thanks to our partners at @edbookfest.bsky.social Cc @durhampsych.bsky.social

In a first study of its kind, our researchers have co-produced and tested a physical activity intervention with service users and staff in secure mental health units. www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... @proftammiwalker.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social

I am very pleased to share our new website for 'The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab' @durhampsych.bsky.social you can join the database for free. Take a look. Happy weekend everyone 😀 healthjusticeforensicresearch.webspace.durham.ac.uk

Just launched! Professional short online courses in behavioural science at Durham University. 👉Behavioural Science at Work: Applying Behavioural Insights to Boost Business Performance bit.ly/3U5szh3 👉Identity & Inclusion: Behavioural Insights for Leaders bit.ly/4flkMFK

We had a fantastic day yesterday celebrating Congregation with our psychology graduates. It’s always such a joy to mark the achievements of our incredible students — congratulations to all! #durhampsychology #durhamuniversitycongregation #classof2025

We are a World Top 100 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) - since 2010. We’ve strengthened our academic reputation, are 64th globally for employability and 22nd for sustainability. #QSWUR

This June, we will host @erc.europa.eu Scientific Council meeting. We're highlighting some of our ERC-supported projects, starting with a 5-year study by Prof @markonardini.bsky.social on the capacity of the human brain. Read more👉 bit.ly/3FpQ150 @durhampsych.bsky.social @britishacademy.bsky.social

Beyond the Nudge Join our dynamic, thought-provoking online discussion on the evolving role of behavioural science in business, policy, leadership, and behaviour change, with reflections from those shaping its future. Wednesday 25 June, 1pm (GMT) bit.ly/BeyondTheNudge

Our brilliant @proftammiwalker.bsky.social is speaking on this important topic today at the Public Policy Exchange event 'Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system'

Deadline is just over a week away! See details and link below for job spec and how to apply.

Please join us on Friday 9 May 1-2pm to hear Dr Sasha Cook speak about 'Health and Illness-Oriented Leadership for Employees with Chronic Health Conditions (CHC)' Details below ⬇️

🎉Congratulations to Professor Graham Towl from our @durhampsych.bsky.social who has been awarded the prestigious @bpsofficial.bsky.social Lifetime Achievement Award. 🎉 Find out more about Graham's career and his unwavering commitment to improving and saving lives 👉 www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

📣We are hiring! Join us as a Career Development Fellow, full-time, fixed-term post from this September. To read more and apply 👉 bit.ly/42XI93k Deadline 22nd May. #academicjobs #psychology #psychologyjobs

Pioneering new research by @drshodgetts.bsky.social from our Department of Psychology has uncovered the hidden toll of #PMDD on daily life and relationships. Discover more: www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... #DUResearch @durhampsych.bsky.social

🧠🎓 Funded PhD opportunity @durhampsych.bsky.social! Explore why cluttered spaces are hard for kids with brain-related visual impairment. 4 yrs funding by @fightforsight.bsky.social | Start Oct 2025 🔗 Details: www.durham.ac.uk/departments/... #PhD #ChildHealth #Neuropsychology #VisualImpairment

Fascinating new piece for @uk.theconversation.com from Louise Hanson at @durhampsych.bsky.social #DUresearch #beauty #history #research

We’ll now be hearing from our keynote speaker, Professor Victoria Simms, who has joined us from Ulster University. Vic’s talk will discuss the importance of public engagement for researchers! @durhampsych.bsky.social

We’re now moving onto the second of our poster sessions! We’ve got excellent posters from Lucy Edgar, Eleonora Apolo de Azevedo, Xiangyu Deng, Xueqing Li, Wenjing Zheng, Rui Su, and Halo Gao