Search the LJMU website

1. Did Neanderthals have finer feelings?

   Understanding the lives of early people

2. Were sauropods swimmers or walkers?

   An international team of scientists, led by the China University of Geosciences in Beijing and including palaeontologists from the Liverpool John Moores University, has shed new light on some unusual dinosaur tracks from northern China. The tracks appear to have been made by four-legged sauropod dinosaurs yet only two of their feet have left prints behind.

3. Solving the evolutionary puzzle of menopause

   The evolution of the menopause was ‘kick-started’ by a fluke of nature, but then boosted by the tendency for sons and grandsons to remain living close to home, a new study by Liverpool scientists suggests.

4. Women in STEM lecture series: Chi Onwurah MP

   In 1984, there were 14 per cent of female graduates in engineering and technology courses. In 2015, there was still only 14 per cent of female graduates in engineering courses. This sad statistic formed the basis of an impactful lecture by Chi Onwurah MP about the gender imbalance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Technology (STEM) subjects and subsequent careers.

5. Staff and students welcome changes to Highway Code that promote active travel

   Staff and students at LJMU have welcomed changes to the Highway Code that restructure the road hierarchy and prioritise walking and cycling.

6. Spring Graduation: Galaxy is 'over the moon' with degree

   The American who fell in love with Astrophysics

7. Forensics students unearth lost homes at Liverpool's Albert Dock

   Forensics students at LJMU have been taking a unique look into Liverpools maritime past in a dig at the world famous Albert Dock.

8. Tips for exam success

   Take a look at some valuable insights on how to prioritise self-care and smash your exams. Best of luck!

9. Let’s Talk Disability and Mental Health

   A renowned comedian and writer, the Public Health England national lead for mental health and wellbeing and an LJMU Honorary fellow were among the impressive speakers that informed and enlightened almost 300 delegates at the Let's Talk Disability and Mental Health Conference.

10. Estate development

    LJMU is to set out ambitious proposals to transform our campuses over the next eight years, with a focus on students and sustainability.