Our interest lies in the evolution of animal societies and the interactions that occur within these societies and their link to emotion, cognition and communication. We primarily study primates (including humans) but also other species including birds. Find out more about the Social Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation Research Group's work, collaborations, publications and meet the research team.
The Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology offer a range of learning opportunities in natural sciences including animal behaviour, biology, conservation, bioarchaeology, forensic anthropology and primate behaviour. Find out about our current MPhil projects and PhD opportunities.
The Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology hosts an annual seminar series.
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In the Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology we're commited to conducting research at the frontiers of biological anthropology, catalysed by discovery-oriented field research. Find out about our expertise in social behaviour, ecology and conservation; human variation and evolution and forensic anthropology. Meet the researchers, read our publications and case studies and find out how you can work with us.
Find out more about current PhD positions available to apply for within the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences.
Known for its outstanding teaching, the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences has a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation courses. Find out about our degree programmes in anthropology, biology, geography, wildlife conservation, animal behaviour, zoology and more.
View the current PhD projects within the Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology to find out the type of work our PhD students undertake. Plus, find out how to apply for a PhD within the Centre.
Discover LJMU's initiatives to combat climate change through research, sustainability practices, and community engagement.
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