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1. Stars’ odd behaviour gives up hidden black holes

   Black hole hunters are turning detective to uncover hidden behemoths in Space.

2. "Why I'm frustrated at how poverty is reported in the media"

   Lecturer Rachel Broady explains why she has helped to write new guidelines for journalists who report on Britain's poor

3. Ancient skeletal hand could reveal evolutionary secrets

   A 4.4 million-year-old skeleton could show how early humans moved and began to walk upright, according to new research.

4. First appointment for new Jockey Nutrition and Welfare PhD

   A PhD co-funded by the British Horseracing Authority and LJMU will commence in October with a full-time three year role for Daniel Martin from the Professional Jockeys Association’s Nutrition Team.

5. LJMU is chosen to host prestigious Global Coach Conference 2017

   Liverpool has been recognised for its rich sporting and cultural history by securing the chance to host the International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE) Global Coach Conference in 2017.

6. Human speech evolved from great apes

   Researchers have shown that, contrary to previous arguments, great apes do have control over their voice, and can learn how to ‘speak,’ throwing new light on the evolution of speech.

7. Research aims to better connect disabled children with local sport

   LJMU researchers in sport science hope to make a difference to the lives of children with learning disabilities through their Movement Matters community research project.

8. LJMU is one of 24 universities with Race Equality Charter Bronze Award

   Liverpool John Moores University has been awarded Bronze status by Advance HE's Race Equality Charter (REC)

9. LJMU train 40 Mersey Care matrons and nurses in anticipatory and advanced care planning

   Helping patients across Merseyside to be involved in the planning of their future treatment and care.

10. Student Spotlight: Mike Lynn

    This week we introduce Mike Lynn, a recent LJMU postgraduate who is working closely with organisations such as Joshua Tree and Alderhey hospital to try to fight for improvements in cancer after care nutrition and exercise in paediatric patients.