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1. LJMU academics assess US Election race

   A week out from potentially one of the most consequential US elections in history, academics from LJMU assess some of the key factors which may decide the outcome.

2. Librarian recognised by national Library Association

   Academic Engagement Librarian Gemma Wright has been recognised by CILIP, The Library and Information Association, as an outstanding professional helping to lead the sector into a new age of information.

3. Footballers suffer higher risk of neurodegeneration - study

   Footballers who frequently head the ball may suffer from an increased risk of neurodegeneration, according to new research.

4. Athletics coach Graham helps sprinter Ola Abidogun win Commonwealth bronze

   LJMUs Head of Capital Development, Graham Pilkington, was in Birmingham earlier this week as he watched one of his athletes, Ola Abidogun, win bronze in the T45-T47 100m.

5. New Subcontracting Policy approved

   The approved Subcontracting Policy sets out the requirement for subcontracting provision for degree apprenticeships delivered across the university.

6. Staff Infobase (Oracle E-Business Suite) is being upgraded

   Staff Infobase (Oracle E-Business Suite) is being upgraded over the Easter weekend. The upgraded system will be available by 8am on Tuesday 6th April. The upgrade will move the system to the latest version of the software, ensuring that it remains up-to-date and continues to effectively support the University's business.

7. Masters student offers young people some neuro love

   Young peoples mental health is being tested in this pandemic like never before, according to postgraduate student Shaunna Devine.

8. Training School status for early career pharmacists

   First for Royal Pharmaceutical Society accreditation

9. Metro Mayor backs new Centre for Educational Leadership

   LJMU is launching a new Centre for Educational Leadership to help steer the region's schools and colleges post-COVID.

10. Teaching staff urged to sign-up for My Pensions Online

    The start of the academic year can be a good time to review your pension arrangements. All academic teaching staff are reminded that they can sign-up to an online portal if they are members of the Teachers Pension Scheme.