Our next lecture: 'Excavation and building recording at Egglescliffe Old Hall' by Kate Chapman (ECUS Ltd). This Saturday 13th April at 2.30pm at Elvet Riverside.

Egglescliffe Old Hall is a grade II listed building in Stockton-on-Tees borough.
More info: aasdn.org.uk/lectures.htm

🌍 We are delighted to share that globally we are ranked =5th in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024! 🌍

Learn more in our news story 👉: durham.ac.uk/departments/ac…

#DurhamUni #DUresearch #DUinspire

We're excited to share with you that we've been ranked joint 5th in world for Archaeology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 ⛏️🏺🦖

So what's it like studying Archaeology? Dig into Holly's student blog to find out 👉 brnw.ch/21wIGV0

Durham Archaeology
#QS WUR #QS #DUinspire

1/. My friends on X, can anyone help decipher the arms on one of my finds I'm currently researching? It features a shield, cross, a peduncle of (?)lilies & circular symbols in the upper quarters (?air or water). I'm edging towards Christian symbolism rather than heraldic arms...

📣 #HiringNow : Archaeology Technician/Laboratory Support Assistant! 📣

⭐ Flexible, 1 day/week supporting our OSL lab
⭐ Suits PGR students with lab experience, broadly in #Archaeology , #Geography & #EarthSciences

Closes 19 April 2024!

Apply now! 👉: durham.taleo.net/careersection/…

The All Party Parliamentary Archaeology Group has launched an inquiry on archaeology and metal detecting. Submissions are welcome by 30 April. Evidence sessions will follow. Details at appgarchaeology.wordpress.com/inquiry/

Found a shared genomic segment (IBD) of a modern genome with a Medieval individual? It does not imply an exceptional genealogical connection, really!
Read more in our short The Conversation piece (inspired and led by Shai Carmi) ⬇️
theconversation.com/dna-says-youre…

📜Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! ⏰Apply now for the new #Palaeography course with #IMEMS before applications close on March 31st. Secure your spot today and delve into the fascinating world of ancient handwriting. Find out more: tinyurl.com/imemscourse #ApplyNow 🖋️

Delighted to announce a new edition of 'Archaeology: An Introduction' and to welcome new co-author Professor Hannah Cobb

Fully updated, with a new chapter on the future of archaeology, the 6th edition maintains the accessible, engaging and lucid style.

routledge.com/Archaeology-An…

We need your help! New and revised guidance on the Reburial of Archaeological Sites is now out for consultation. We are looking for your views.
You can read the draft document historicengland.org.uk/about/what-we-… There is a link to a feedback form on the same page. Thank you! #archaeology

Our Department's co-founder and trailblazer Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp will be honoured with a Blue Plaque in South Tyneside.

Find out more below 👇
durham.ac.uk/departments/ac…

#IWD2024 #Archaeology #ArcDurham #InternationalWomensDay #DurhamUni #WomenInArchaeology

On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate the work of Prof. Dame Rosemary Jean Cramp. (1929-2023) She dedicated her life to the growth of archaeological investigation, and to ensuring that this could be accessed by all. #DUinspire

🎉 Celebrating 80 years of archaeological history! 🏛️

Our journey began here in 1944 at 11.30, with a mission to promote and safeguard Britain's archaeological material following the Second World War.

Join us to contribute to the future of archaeology. bit.ly/3PaV4I5

🔍 Seeking to deepen your understanding of historical scripts? Look no further! We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newest #Palaeography Course at #IMEMS
📚 Want to learn more? Click the link below: tinyurl.com/imemscourse
#earlymodern #medieval

📚Our new #palaeography lecturers at Cosin's library are exploring #medieval and #earlymodern manuscripts for a new course! tinyurl.com/imemscourse
⭐️It's an honour to have access to these primary sources #imems #MedievalStudies

Petition: Increase, don’t cut, funding for the National Library, Amgueddfa Cymru and the Royal Commission petitions.senedd.wales/petitions/2460…

📣 We are #hiring a 3yr full-time #PDRA to join us on the new Leverhulme-funded project 'Megalithic Origins' ! 📣

Closing 8th April 2024!

More info and to apply 👇: durham.taleo.net/careersection/…

#PostDoc #Archaeology #JobOpportunities #JobAlert #DUresearch #DurhamUni

The schedule has now been announced for the Advancing Genetic Genealogy Conference at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, from 7th to 8th June. This will be a hybrid event and recordings of the talks will be available online. strath.ac.uk/studywithus/ce…

A paper I co-authored (under the leadership of the inimitable Tom Booth) is available for download!

‘Comment on “Bacterial bioerosion of bones is a post-skeletonisation phenomenon and appears contingent on soil burial” [Quat. Int. 660 (2023) 75–83]’

sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

The Gefrin Trust is currently recruiting three new trustees to develop the Trust’s work with the local community, exploring potential for volunteering and learning opportunities and developing a visitor destination with local partners. Come and join us!
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