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Part of DESI’s survey validation included the “One-Percent Survey” visualised in this flythrough. Researchers took detailed images in 20 different directions on the sky, creating a 3D map of 700,000 objects and covering roughly 1% of the total volume DESI will study. With the instrument and survey plan successfully tested, the main DESI survey is now filling in the gaps between those observations. Credit: David Kirkby/DESI collaboration

Scientists observe two million distant galaxies to make 3-D map of the universe

The study, which used robotics to take thousands of pictures of the night sky, will further advance our understanding of the universe and the Milky Way.

13 Jun

LIAM MCCORMICK

Is tonight your last chance to see the Northern Lights in the UK?

Geomagnetic activity is expected to ease throughout Tuesday 28 February, but viewing the Aurora could still be possible in northern areas.

28 Feb

Scientists create UK's first lab-made steak

According to its creators, the discovery not only improves the texture and taste, but could also cut agricultural emissions around the world.

3 Feb

Former Durham University student to become UK's third ever astronaut

Researchers find babies make 'cry' faces in the womb when mother eats kale

Durham University graduate plays key role in Artemis rocket reaching the moon

Newcastle lab sets sights on growing UK's first 100% animal-free 'meat'

Best UK areas to watch Northern Lights tonight after solar flares

£2 million given to Newcastle scientists rolling out new cancer screening method

Cameras to be installed at Kielder Observatory to track Space Junk

'It's incredible': Durham Uni helps create most detailed 3D map of Universe ever

Newcastle Uni scientists 'accurately predict' skin cancer spread with new test

100 portraits: The story of one Northumberland community captured during Covid

Enter the 1km underground lab in Boulby racing to prove dark matter exists

New radio telescope at Kielder makes studying space more accessible