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1. 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.

2. Isolation and detachment must be tackled says Governor of the Bank of England

   Read more about the Roscoe Lecture delivered by the Governor of the Bank of England Mark Carney where he made a startling appraisal of how globalisation is failing great swathes of society.

3. Potato song tops COVID-19 public information league

   Study ranks readability of websites during Pandemic

4. Outreach programme takes pupils to London

   Local school children have visited University College London (UCL) as part of an LJMU widening access programme. Access All Areas is an initiative from LJMU’s Outreach team which arranged the first university exchange for year 11 pupils.

5. Five ways to enhance your CV over the summer

   With the academic year drawing to a close for most students, and summer almost upon us, the Student Futures team highlight ways you can expand your skill set, knowledge or experience base over the summer in order to enhance your CV.

6. LJMU launches Sustainable Development Goals hub

   LJMU is outlining its commitment to the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a microsite which highlights the research and knowledge exchange, student experience and place and partnership activities, that showcase the university’s ongoing journey towards a more sustainable, prosperous future for local communities and the whole planet.

7. pharmacy suites

   LJMU is marking 175 years of pharmacy education in the city by officially launching its innovative new specialist facilities.

8. Homeless World Cup: Sport for health research

   LJMU's School of Sport & Exercise Science hosts Homeless World Cup players and researches impact on individuals

9. Researchers back Liverpool suicide centre model

   James's Place model has successfully adapted to new London and Newcastle centres after successful record in Liverpool

10. Research: Rampant growth in vegetable oil production threatens wildlife

    Professor Serge Wich contributes to IUCN report on vegetable oil