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1. Scientists from the Astrophysics Research Institute showcase their latest simulations of the universe at event

   Astrophysicists from LJMU showcased their latest simulations at Daresbury Laboratory Open Week.

2. Research aims to better connect disabled children with local sport

   LJMU researchers in sport science hope to make a difference to the lives of children with learning disabilities through their Movement Matters community research project.

3. New partnership established to develop world's largest robotic telescope

   LJMU joins forces with Spanish astronomy institute to develop the world’s largest robotic telescope

4. Hidden ‘fossil’ galaxy is missing link in Milky Way formation

   Much of the Milky Way was formed 10 billion years ago by a massive collision with a relatively small galaxy dubbed Heracles, according to scientists in the UK.

5. Global Active Cities project shortlisted for THE International Collaboration award

   An LJMU spearheaded initiative to increase physical activity within cities across the globe has been shortlisted for a prestigious Times Higher Education Award.

6. Astrophysicist Renske Smit reacts to seeing 'furthest corner of known Universe'.

   International analysis of images from James Webb telescope confirm galaxies sighted 13.4 billion light years distant

7. Obituary: Professor Michael J. Lalor

   It is with great sadness that the university has learned of the passing of Professor Michael J. Lalor aged 79 on 6th May 2020.

8. Student Spotlight: Abbie Romano

   The representations of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) roles is improving, but there’s work to be done. As of 2018, WISE Campaign (Women into Science and Engineering) announced that the UK is on track to have one million women working in the field by 2020. These statistics are encouraging, and demonstrate an improvement in opportunities shown to young women who pursue the career path.

9. Sean Loughney - who is LJMU's new rising research star?

   Senior lecturer in marine engineering recently won the LJMU Rising Star in Research award.

10. LJMU launch new Disability Sport and Physical Activity Network (DisSPA)

    LJMU were joined by Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE DL & Professor Greg Whyte to launch new Disability Sport and Physical Activity Network (DisSPA Network) this month.