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1. Study 'solves mystery' of shifts in physical appearance of ancient Nubians

   The shift from hunter-gatherer to farmer likely explains evolutionary jumps in appearance amongst many ancient peoples, says a new study.

2. DNA-study shows the Guanches originated from North Africa

   The aboriginal inhabitants of the Canary Islands, commonly known as the Guanches, originated from North Africa. A team of international researchers has now confirmed.

3. LJMU 2nd in Uni Compare Top 100 University Rankings

   LJMU has risen two places in the overall rankings and is placed in the top 10 for its accommodation, course quality, employability and student life.

4. Lifestyles of the dinosaurs

   Scientists downsize the Jurassic giant

5. LJMU student hosts public engagement event at Tate Liverpool to break the stigma of homelessness

   Narratives of Homelessness will be running at Tate Exchange in Liverpool from Monday 5 March – Saturday 10 March from 12.00 – 3.30pm

6. Light Night 2016

   LJMU has again been announced as the principal sponsor of LightNight, Liverpool’s one-night arts festival, with the University supporting the event for the third year running.

7. Pointing disadvantaged youngsters towards careers in law

   LJMU once again proved its commitment to supporting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds thanks to the Law Factor.

8. LJMU wins net zero carbon award

   LJMU has won a national energy and sustainability award for its work to cut carbon emissions.

9. In memoriam: Professor David R. Burton

   It is with great sadness that the university has learned of the passing of Professor David R. Burton.

10. Making space for women to thrive in astrophysics

    More than 100 schoolgirls heard from LJMU astrophysicists during a special British Science Week event that celebrated the contribution of women in STEM.