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  1. Researching the kingfisher’s iconic hydrodynamic design

    Renowned for their noiseless dive, the kingfisher’s iconic beak-shape has inspired the design of high speed bullet trains. Now scientists have tested beak-shape among some of the birds’ 114 species found world-wide, to assess which shape is the most hydrodynamic.

  2. New study suggests explanations for usage of plesiosaurs’ long necks

    Plesiosaurs are an extinct group of marine reptiles from the age of dinosaurs who are famous for their long necks. The effect of such long necks on how these animals swam is a mystery but now computer simulations are helping LJMU scientists understand what would happen if a plesiosaur turned its head while swimming.

  3. In Memoriam: Nickianne Moody

    It is with great sadness that the University announces the death of Nickianne Moody following a period of illness.

  4. Your Essential Refreshers Guide

    Refreshers is coming! Celebrate the end of exams & treat yourself with Refreshers Fair, vegan junk food, Fantastic Beasts, a Circus Club Night with Medication & more... Read for the full events programme from JMSU, your Students' Union.