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  1. Contexts of human evolution

    Research within the Contexts of Human Evolution Group involves archaeological, palaeontological and environmental analyses of human evolution. Our research focuses on mammalian evolution, hominin behaviour and ecology, and patterns of faunal and floral distribution. Discover our research areas and current projects, facilities, collaborations, publications and people.

  2. Pete Dolan

    Pete is the Outreach Manager at LJMU, responsible for building relationships with schools and colleges and for delivering the university’s sustained widening access initiatives, targeting under-represented learners and disadvantaged communities. In 2023 he celebrated 25 years of working at LJMU.

  3. Research in the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences

    The School of Biological and Environmental Sciences conduct interdisciplinary and collaborative research with a number of large organisations across the globe within the areas of genetics, neurobiology, anthropology, medical entomology, ecology, evolution, and the environment.

  4. Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology

    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.

  5. Geography and Environmental Science Research Group

    The expertise of the Geography and Environmental Science Research Group: ecology, conservation, biodiversity, climate change, palaeoenvironments, sustainability, geoforensics; and water, sediment and soil science. Find out about our members, current projects and collaborations.

  6. Expertise within RISES

    The Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Science areas of expertise are organised into research groups and exchanges which focus on the following: biomechanics, cardiovascular health, exercise metabolism, brain and behaviour, physical activity, sport psychology and football-related research.

  7. Health and Wellbeing Research Theme

    Research interests within the Health and Wellbeing Research Theme focuses on the psychological aspects of illness, health and healthcare delivery. We're interested in preventative health and behavioural medicine. Find out more about our work by viewing our current projects, collaborations, learning programmes and publications.