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.
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Go ahead for new treatment for Black Bone Disease
A new drug to treat the ultra-rare genetic disease alkaptonuria (AKU) has been given the go-ahead following research in Liverpool.
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Diane to discuss climate education with Minister
Lecturer invited to DfE launch at Natural History Museum
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Taking Shaun the Sheep to China
Aardman Animations is teaming up with creative technology experts in Liverpool to develop research for an immersive Shaun the Sheep experience in China.
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Computer scientists trial rapid information system at Merseyrail stations
Merseyrail staff will be the first in the country to have delay updates in the palm of their hand.
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New report shines a light on financial struggles of coastal fishers
Thousands employed in the fishing industry face debt and financial hardship, according to findings from the Research Unit for Financial Inclusion at Liverpool John Moores University.
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Successful trial of 'automated' rail passenger information
TRIALS of a new intelligent rail passenger information system are proving a success thanks to a partnership between Merseyrail and data scientists at LJMU.
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Draining peatlands for agriculture adds 'huge pulse' to global warming
New research has calculated the damage done by farmers converting tropical peat swamps to oil palm plantations.
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Domestic abuse: better safeguarding can aid prosecution
New research suggests domestic abuse victims are better served by schemes which prioritise safeguarding over prosecution.
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Pioneering climate education for infant schools
LJMU is leading the way globally in educating the youngest children about protecting our planet. We spoke to one of the leading architects of sustainability in early years education, Dr Diane Boyd.