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1. Astro-ecology: Counting orangutans using star-spotting technology

   LJMU, WWF and HUTAN came together to examine better ways of detecting the great apes in the Bornean forest canopy, by using drones fitted with thermal-imaging cameras.

2. Megalith tombs were family graves in European Stone Age

   In a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA, an international research team, led by Uppsala University with co-author Linus Girdland-Flink of LJMU, discovered kin relationships among Stone Age individuals buried in megalithic tombs on Ireland and in Sweden.

3. A very special relationship

   A flying visit to North America has helped cement relations between LJMU and Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU).

4. Liverpool enters race for Channel 4 relocation

   Liverpool has announced it is to submit a “compelling bid” to host Channel 4’s new national headquarters.

5. Universities UK Chief enjoys "powerful" and "inspiring" visit to LJMU

   Vivienne Stern MBE met with Vice-Chancellor Professor Mark Power to learn how LJMU is creating a thriving environment for its students and the impact it's having on the region.

6. St Patricks Day and Liverpool

   Following International Women’s Day (8 March) and ahead of St Patrick’s Day (17 March), our Diversity and Inclusion team is looking at some of the Irish women who have made a significant contribution to Liverpool.

7. Meet the Professors: Catherine Cole from Liverpool Screen School

   Catherine Cole is a Professor in Creative Writing. We find out about her career and how she is doing her part to empower women.

8. The Mind Map: former LJMU student launches innovative mental health services platform

   After struggling with his own mental health issues, LJMU graduate Philip Bridges was determined to help others access free support that works

9. Honorary Fellow: Deborah Shackleton CBE

   Oration for Honorary Fellowship presented by Sir Bert Massie

10. Addressing gender imbalance within higher education

    For the fourth lecture in LJMU's Athena Lecture Series, three speakers from STEMM and non STEMM backgrounds presented to a packed lecture theatre comprising academics, students, professionals and Year 9 pupils from four local schools.