Our ancient relative who “walked like a human, but climbed like an ape”
New fossils are the missing link that settles a decades old debate proving early hominins used their upper limbs to climb like apes, and their lower limbs to walk like humans
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Genes reveal how our pelvis evolved for upright walking
From 3-4 million years ago the pattern points to bipedalism
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Scientists deliver sustainable mining workshop in the Philippines
Dr Patrick Byrne and Dr Emma Biles from LJMUs School of Biological and Environmental Sciences recently delivered a week-long sustainable mining workshop in the Philippines
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LJMU PHD student Valeria Carini recognised at Pandemic Institute’s first Student Excellence Awards
Valeria was presented the award alongside students from the University of Liverpool and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine with grants for scientific research, aimed to enhance preparedness for future pandemics.
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"We are here for everyone affected by these shocking events"
Vice Chancellor's statement on the invasion of Ukraine
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Academic Registry Policy Update
The Academic Board has recently approved an update to the Personal Circumstances Policy, as well as detailed supporting guidance for LJMU students and the Personal Circumstances Panel.
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'Build a business through LJMU Start-up Hub Network'
New network launch brings together graduates, businesses and student entrepreneurs
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Sandra Ortega-Martorell scoops big award at RKE Conference
Record number of nominees for 10 awards at annual research and knowledge exchange event
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LJMU students share ideas with international delegates to work towards the United Nations Global Goals
LJMU health and social care students joined international delegates at the Social and Solidarity Economy International Forum’s international conference in France.
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Student Mental Health Survey now open
Help us continue to improve our health and wellbeing provision for students at Liverpool John Moores University and the University of Liverpool by completing our online mental health survey.