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1. Ancient skeletal hand could reveal evolutionary secrets

   A 4.4 million-year-old skeleton could show how early humans moved and began to walk upright, according to new research.

2. Scientists propose database of volunteers for forensic research

   Forensic Science Regulator and Forensic Capability Network back LJMU plan to encourage volunteer donations

3. Salters’ Festival of Chemistry

   Inspiring future generations of scientists

4. First appointment for new Jockey Nutrition and Welfare PhD

   A PhD co-funded by the British Horseracing Authority and LJMU will commence in October with a full-time three year role for Daniel Martin from the Professional Jockeys Association’s Nutrition Team.

5. Unlocking creativity: FACTLab

   Partnership sees launch of pioneering workshop

6. Anna Soubry MP visits Sensor City

   Business Minister, Rt Hon Anna Soubry MP, visited the site of the new Sensor City to see how the £15 million facility will revolutionise sensor technologies.

7. forensic science

   LJMU scientists team up with police, farmers and unions ahead of new legislation on dog attacks

8. Which dogs live longest?

   Concern from study of more than 150 breeds

9. Astronomers spot oldest ‘dead’ galaxy yet observed

   Dr Renske Smit, of the Astrophysics Research Institute, contributed to research in Nature

10. Britain Afraid: Imperial Insecurities and National Fears - conference June 21/22

    Interview with organiser Dr James Crossland