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1. Dazzling Iron Age discovery

   Archaeologists have discovered evidence of the first wealthy Iron Age community in the North West of England. 

2. Prehistoric predators kept large animals in check and shaped ecosystem

   Our prehistoric ancestors may have had large carnivores – giant lions, saber-tooth cats, bears and hyenas up to twice the size of their modern relatives – to thank for an abundance and diversity of plants and wildlife.

3. Galaxies are "wasteful" and retain fewer materials needed to build stars and planets, says new study

   Galaxies “waste” large amounts of heavy elements they generate via star formation by ejecting them up to a million light years away

4. Smart shoes trialled to cut risk of stair falls

   Scientists aim to create software to predict falls in elderly

5. Get involved in menopause yoga, cafes and conversations

   The latest updates on LJMU's work to support staff through the menopause.

6. LJMU leads new European research group on migrant deaths

   European Cooperation in Science and Technology funds Face Lab to lead important collaboration on identifying migrant victims

7. The power of Staff Networks. Join and work with us to shape university policy

   Our staff networks have been integral in progressing certain policies for LJMU staff, including on maternity leave and menopause.

8. Take charge of your pension

   This Pension Awareness Week (11-15 September) access free, impartial, and straightforward pension information, as well as a series of live sessions.

9. Dance soiree to explore ‘Growing Old in the Soviet Union’

   Participants are invited to watch a 30-minute dance following the life trajectory of two Soviet citizens and then to give views about ageing and older people as part of an LJMU History and Wellcome Trust project.

10. Farewelling: have you got your digital affairs in order?

    Marie Curie nurse and PhD candidate Sarah Stanley is researching 'digital 'legacies'