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Dilston Physic Garden continues to advance its charitable objectives across education in plant-based medicine, scientific research, heritage preservation, conservation, and community engagement.

A combination of different plant products, chosen by WRIHW Fellow Professor Paul Chazot and Honorary Professor Karen Hind based on the available scientific evidence for supporting both physical and mental health, was tested and analysed by Norah Alanazi using a classic fruit fly model of ageing and concussion.

Are you suffering from Post Concussion Syndrome? PCS is a debilitating condition characterised by long lasting symptoms of concussion including headaches, migraines, light and noise sensitivity, brain fog, visual disturbances, anxiety and depression.

In August 2025, WRIHW Fellows, Balbir Singh (BSDC) and Prof Paul Chazot, had the pleasure of introducing Gary Beacom, renowned international figure skater and collaborator, to both the Durham University Oriental Museum, hosted by Charlotte Spink, and the newly opened WRIHW Creative Sweet Spots Trail at the Botanic Garden.

New mothers only have about an hour out of their waking day for rest, according to new research by our psychologists.

Collaboration between Professor Paul Chazot, WRIHW, Balbir Singh Dance company (BSDC) and Beamish museum 1950s Clover Cottage. Funded by Historic England. From interactive flower painting and creative movement workshops to live dance performances, Beamish Museum creates space for creativity rooted in lived experience.

We held the Flourish@Work: Research Culture Enrichment for Women at Work workshop Organized by Dr Nelly Bencomo Prof Barbara Bechter

The Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing & Balbir Singh Dance company Sweet Spots Sensory Trail is now open to everyone.

On 5th June 2025, Parkinson’s Pals UG volunteers completed a 22km walk from Durham to the Angel of the North to raise funds for the Durham Parkinson’s Branch. Despite rain, muddy footpaths, and plenty of sore legs, the team – Biosciences Undergraduates, Jessica Fewkes (Project Manager), Ella Tuke-Hastings, Ella Clinton, Lydia Church, and Grace Denton - took on the challenge with determination.

Women in Neuroscience is an award-winning network designed to inspire, connect and support neuroscientists who identify as female in/from the UK

Global Coalition Calls for Action Against Viral “Brain Injury Delivery Systems” The Repercussion Group, an international coalition of academics, clinicians, researchers, and advocates, has today released a new White Paper titled “Run It Straight: A Call to Action Against a Perfect Brain Injury Delivery System.”