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1. Obesity rising faster in rural areas than cities

   Obesity is increasing more rapidly in the world’s rural areas than in cities, according to a new study of global trends in body-mass index (BMI).

2. Conservation breakthrough

   Drones could contribute to saving endangered chimpanzees

3. LJMU earns environmental recognition

   LJMU has been recognised for its environmental initiatives on campus following an external inspection.

4. Liverpool Art and Design Degree Show 2023

   26 May to 9 June

5. Academic Registry results notification briefings

   Two Microsoft Teams sessions will take place later this month to assist LJMU administrative staff involved with the pre and post board of examiner process, including results notification.

6. WHO and LJMU publish joint report on childhood trauma

   WHO and LJMU joint report on childhood trauma

7. Generation X hardest hit as drug deaths rise yet again in England and Wales

   Record deaths but many drugs not even included in figures.

8. Happy Hamsters

   Hamsters are the ubiquitous childhood pet: cute, cuddly, ready to sink their teeth deep into your finger … But how can you tell if your hamster is happy?

9. Bringing research to life

   LJMU’s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences regularly undertakes outreach activity to ensure members of the public are aware of the work researchers are carrying out, and the positive impact it has on everyday lives.

10. Suicide prevention trial is first for schools in England

    NIHR funded trial in partnership with schools and parents to encourage struggling children to seek help