iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Professor Zanna Clay @zannaclay.bsky.social featured on BBC Breakfast yesterday, discussing her fascinating research with bonobos and chimpanzees which explored whether reassuring physical touch helps improve social tolerance. www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... (watch at 01:14:03)

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Breakfast - 22/07/2026

The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.

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Mark Rubin @markrubin.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🔺Psychology Job 🔺 Assistant Professor in Psychology (Grade 8) at Durham Uni to support our new MSc Psychology (Conversion) You should use computational approaches, incl machine learning and artificial intelligence Closing date 30th Aug Please share! #Psychology #AcademicSky #PhDSky More info 👇

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

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

Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

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

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[ Seminar ] Durham–OIST Joint Seminar

Durham–OIST Joint Seminar

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 08/05/2026

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/...

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

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.

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ACSPRI Fellowship Award

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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

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The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens

Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

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

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 19/03/2026

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

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 12/03/2026

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

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

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Are Attractiveness Preferences Universal? | Lynda Boothroyd

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

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

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Tracking the trajectory of executive function from 2.5 to 6.5 years of age and the impact of COVID-19

Abstract. Given the significance of executive function (EF) for longer-term outcomes, it is important to understand the trajectory of EF in childhood and h

Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

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

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Study reveals remarkable adaptability of children’s brains to upper limb difference - Durham University

Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

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

Durham researchers awarded a major grant to study teenagers’ use of social media - Durham University

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Mark Rubin @markrubin.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

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

MSc Psychology (Conversion) C8K809 - Durham University

In this degree, you'll explore the core areas of psychology, including biological, clinical, cognitive, developmental, and social, while gaining the skills to design, conduct, analyse, and write up ex...

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 28/01/2026

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

Durham ranks among top 40 in 2026 QS Europe rankings - Durham University

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

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...

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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

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/

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Inner Speech: Development, Cognitive Functions, Phenomenology, and Neurobiology - PubMed

Inner speech-also known as covert speech or verbal thinking-has been implicated in theories of cognitive development, speech monitoring, executive function, and psychopathology. Despite a growing body...

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 19/09/2025

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

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Sheina Lew-Levy @sheinalew.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

@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/...

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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

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...

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 04/09/2025

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

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 03/09/2025

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

A mum kissing her baby's foot while it's lying on the bed.

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Deadline for applications is 16th September!

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Lynn Wrightson @lynnwr38.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

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 #BehaviouralScience@durhampsych.bsky.social

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

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

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ReaderBank @thereaderbank.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

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 website: black text on a blue-purple background saying 'Reimagining imagination. How do you imagine the things you read? Discover more about your mind and contribute to cutting-edge research on the science of our inner worlds.' Two buttons saying 'Find out more' and 'Get involved'. A blue and red flower overlayed on top for decoration.

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 13/08/2025

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

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Ben Alderson-Day @aldersonday.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

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

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 01/08/2025

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

Working together with people in secure mental health units to stay healthy - Durham University

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

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

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Introduction to The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab - The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

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

Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 04/06/2025

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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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

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'

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

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

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

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 ⬇️

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 06/05/2025

🎉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/...

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

📣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

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Career Development Fellowship

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 24/04/2025

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

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Kathleen Vancleef @kathleenvancleef.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

🧠🎓 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