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1. Individuals ‘can be profiled’ via Virtual Reality platforms

   Study by psychologists raises ethical questions about data capture

2. CBD use in rugby high as players seek to soothe pain

   A new study from Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) highlights the high prevalence of cannabidiol (CBD) use among professional rugby players despite warnings it could lead to drugs bans.

3. Girls feel strain of lockdown more - study

   A study of the impact of the pandemic on adolescents has found girls significantly more likely to suffer from lockdown stress and anxiety than boys.

4. In Memoriam: Nickianne Moody

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

5. Technician Development - HEaTED relocates to a New Home in 2020

   New partnership between the NTDC and HEaTED. LJMU subscribes to HEaTED and promotes related opportunities and support for our technical staff.

6. Covid teenagers tell of 'emotional rollercoaster' - study

   Lockdown is an emotional rollercoaster full of loss and uncertainty, say teenagers in a new video film about the pandemic.

7. Anthropologists play down links between modern humans and Denisovans

   An anthropologist at Liverpool John Moores University and other researchers have played down links between modern Asian physiology and a recently discovered early human species, Denisova hominins.

8. Largest dinosaurs walked more like hippos than elephants

   Analysis of footprints evidences unique Sauropod 'roll'

9. A message from the Vice-Chancellor (interim)

   A message from Mark Power, welcoming all staff back to campus for the new academic year.

10. Microplastic pollution threatens hermit crab populations

    New research from Queens University Belfast and Liverpool John Moores University reveals how the microplastic pollution crisis is threatening biodiversity.