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1. Virtual rehabilitation is more than just a game

   Biomechanics team conduct vital research

2. New era of gravitational wave astronomy

   Astrophysics Research Institute works with European Southern Observatory to observe first light from gravitational wave source.

3. Pregnancy and elite sport - report

   Dr Kelly Massey, LJMU and Dr Emma Pullen Loughborough, interviewed athletes and their partners t gauge issues and support during and post pregnancy.

4. What's happening in Liverpool this semester?

   Liverpool was recently crowned the number one student city by the Student Crowd Awards, so what sort of amazing things can you get up to this new year and new semester both on and off campus. Here’s our top picks for things to do this semester.

5. Salters' Festival of Chemistry brings together the next generation of scientists

   Over 50 school pupils came to LJMU to enjoy a day in the labs, as part of the Salters' Festival of Chemistry.

6. Tricks of the trade: debunking psychic abilities

   Forensic anthropologist and mind illusionist, Dr Matteo Borrini, demonstrates the techniques that psychics use to make people believe in paranormal powers.

7. Encouraging more girls to become involved in biomechanics

   In celebration of National Biomechanics Day 2023 (Wednesday 5 April), the Biomechanics Research Group within LJMU’s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, delivered an exciting, fun-filled, activity packed event with schoolgirls from a Liverpool primary school.

8. Report launched on state of the city region

   The opportunities and challenges presented by Liverpool City Region's devolution deal have been outlined in a major new report produced by LJMU and the University of Liverpool.

9. Women in STEM lecture series: Chi Onwurah MP

   In 1984, there were 14 per cent of female graduates in engineering and technology courses. In 2015, there was still only 14 per cent of female graduates in engineering courses. This sad statistic formed the basis of an impactful lecture by Chi Onwurah MP about the gender imbalance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Technology (STEM) subjects and subsequent careers.

10. Public Health Institute and Drama students create educational film on gang-related violence

    LJMU Drama students have joined forces with LJMUs Public Health Institute to create an educational film helping NHS staff deal with the consequences of gang-related violence in hospitals.