Duke's host city, Durham, North Carolina, is known as both the "City of Medicine" and "The Bull City." It is part of the thriving Research Triangle area. With a population of more than 200,000, Durham has a spirited arts scene, great shopping and restaurants, lively sports and a diverse, well-educated community. In short, it's an ideal location to live and work. Duke is the city's major employer and has been an active partner in transforming the city's old tobacco warehouses into offices, shops and homes. Learn more here.