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1. 'Deviant entrepreneurship' in Merseyside street gangs

   We talk to Dr Robert Hesketh from the School of Justice Studies about his research into drug dealing as a substitute for employment in Merseyside street gangs.

2. Prehistoric predators kept large animals in check and shaped ecosystem

   Our prehistoric ancestors may have had large carnivores – giant lions, saber-tooth cats, bears and hyenas up to twice the size of their modern relatives – to thank for an abundance and diversity of plants and wildlife.

3. Celebrating 40 years of Sports Science

   LJMU at the forefront of sporting innovation and development since 1975.

4. Weight management programme 90% effective in tackling childhood obesity

   Results of LJMU GOALS programme.

5. REF 2014: World-leading research reaches new heights at LJMU

   LJMU has achieved world-leading status in the latest assessment of university research, with the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences 0.01 marks off the top position in the UK.

6. Chief's lecture places surveillance in the spotlight

   250 people gathered in the Redmonds Building to hear Sir Jon Murphy QPM, Chief Constable of Merseyside Police, give his annual public lecture, focusing on surveillance and its impacts on contemporary law enforcement.

7. Acclimate athletes for exercise challenges

   Sport Scientists use environmental chambers to train competitors

8. Honorary Fellow: Ramsey Campbell

   Oration for Honorary Fellowship award

9. Honorary Fellow: Andrew Miller

   Oration for Honorary Fellowship award

10. Ninth National Teaching Fellowship received

    Continued success in ‘University Oscars’