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University of Liverpool Researcher Secures Wellcome Trust Career Development Award to Investigate Coronavirus Replication Mechanisms

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Edward Emmott, a researcher at the University of Liverpool, has received the prestigious Wellcome Trust Career Development Award, a highly competitive fellowship. This funding will support Dr. Emmott’s crucial research efforts aimed at gaining a deeper understanding … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Study Advocates for National Database to Monitor Drug-Related Incidents at UK Music Festivals

(IN BRIEF) A study led by the University of Liverpool is urging the implementation of a national database to track drug-related medical incidents at UK music festivals. The lack of standardized reporting processes and data accessibility has made it challenging … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Joins Liverpool Arts and Culture Race Equality Manifesto to Promote Inclusion and Diversity

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has officially signed the Liverpool Arts and Culture Race Equality Manifesto, an initiative aimed at fostering inclusion and equality within the arts and culture sector in the Liverpool City Region. The manifesto, developed by … Read the full press release

£1.5 Million Pledge Boosts Research Collaboration Between University of Liverpool and NIMHANS in India

(IN BRIEF) In a significant development, the University of Liverpool and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru, India, have solidified their extensive research partnership with the help of a generous £1.5 million pledge from the … Read the full press release

World’s Longest-Running Climate Change Experiment in Peril: Buxton Lab Seeks Funding

(IN BRIEF) The Buxton Climate Change Impacts Lab, celebrating its 30th anniversary, is at risk of closure due to a funding shortfall. This unique experiment, investigating climate change’s effects on grasslands, plays a vital role in understanding and mitigating climate … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Affiliated Charity MOWLL Marks 20 Years of Impact: Bridging Gaps and Inspiring Change

(IN BRIEF) MOWLL (Moving On With Life & Learning), a charitable organization affiliated with the University of Liverpool, is commemorating its 20th anniversary of community support and social inclusion initiatives for individuals with various social care needs. MOWLL offers a … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Physicist Recognized for Pioneering Contributions to Particle Physics

(IN BRIEF) Professor Themis Bowcock from the University of Liverpool’s Department of Physics has been honored with the 2023 James Chadwick Medal and Prize by the Institute of Physics (IoP) for his exceptional contributions to particle physics. Professor Bowcock’s work … Read the full press release

Romans Were Environmental Pioneers: Study Uncovers Ancient Recycling of Silver Coins

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the University of Liverpool and the University of Warwick reveals that the Romans were early practitioners of recycling. The study, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, examined the presence of gold impurities … Read the full press release

Wandering Albatrosses May Use Infrasound for Navigation on Long Ocean Journeys, University of Liverpool Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A recent study conducted by the University of Liverpool suggests that wandering albatrosses, known for their extensive seabound journeys, may rely on infrasound for navigation during their long and featureless foraging trips that span thousands of miles. The … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Awarded Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has achieved the highest rating, Gold, in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, a national scheme administered by the Office for Students (OfS) to recognize and encourage excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes … Read the full press release

The ‘Self-Employment Trap’: Survey Finds Many Would Switch to Salaried Jobs Despite Pay Cuts

(IN BRIEF) A new report published by the Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) and co-authored by the University of Liverpool Management School sheds light on the challenges faced by self-employed workers in the UK. The study reveals that approximately two … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Shortlisted for University of the Year in Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has been named a finalist for the University of the Year award in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. This recognition comes alongside the university’s ascent of four places in the national rankings, … Read the full press release

Aingeala Flannery’s ‘The Amusements’ Wins the John McGahern Prize for Debut Irish Fiction

(IN BRIEF) Aingeala Flannery’s novel, “The Amusements,” published by Penguin, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious John McGahern Prize for the debut book of Irish fiction published in 2022. Esteemed novelist Colm Tóibín, who made the announcement, … Read the full press release

Malawi Launches Nationwide Rollout of Typhoid Vaccine for Children

(IN BRIEF) Malawi has initiated a nationwide rollout of the Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV), making it available for all children under 15. This move follows successful vaccine trials in the country, where over 7 million children received the TCV. The … Read the full press release

Liverpool Literary Festival 2023: A Diverse Lineup of Authors, Conversations, and Cultural Enrichment

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s English Department is set to host the eighth annual Liverpool Literary Festival from October 6 to October 8. Led by Festival Director Professor Greg Lynall, the event promises a dynamic roster of authors, discussions, … Read the full press release

Independent Study Reveals Alarming Financial Health of UK Football Clubs, Urges Corrective Actions

(IN BRIEF) An independent study co-authored by a Management School, published alongside the UK Government’s response to the ‘A sustainable future – reforming club football governance’ White Paper, reveals concerning findings regarding the deteriorating financial health of football clubs. The … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Devastating Impact of Asylum Process Delays on Unaccompanied Children and Young People

(IN BRIEF) A research project led by the University of Liverpool School of Law highlights significant and systemic delays in the UK’s asylum process, particularly affecting unaccompanied children and young people seeking asylum. The study includes in-depth interviews with young … Read the full press release

Exploring Gulf Stream’s Influence: University of Liverpool’s Research Cruise Investigates Carbon and Nutrient Transport in the Florida Straits

(IN BRIEF) Professor Ric Williams, Chair in Ocean and Climate Sciences at the University of Liverpool, recently led a research cruise to the Florida Straits as part of a £4 million collaborative research project. This project, backed by the Natural … Read the full press release

Liverpool Literary Festival Returns with Notable Line-Up including Stuart Maconie and Melanie Sykes

(IN BRIEF) The upcoming eighth edition of the Liverpool Literary Festival, scheduled from October 6 to October 8, will feature renowned broadcaster Stuart Maconie and former TV presenter Melanie Sykes. The festival, known for hosting inspiring discussions with prominent authors, … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Physics Department Head Joins STFC Council to Shape Research Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Professor Carsten P Welsch, a prominent researcher and head of Liverpool’s Physics Department, has been appointed to the Council of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). His expertise in particle accelerator design, medical applications, data-intensive science, and … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Receives £1.4M Funding to Lead Research on Combatting Livestock Diseases

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has secured over £1.4 million in government funding for three research projects aimed at combating livestock diseases. Led by the Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences, the projects will focus on lameness-associated endemic … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Receives Grant to Study Impact of Trade on NCD Prevention Policies

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Law & Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit (Law & NCD Unit) has been granted £813,600 by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to study the impact of trade on implementing policies to … Read the full press release

Judge Wendy Beetlestone Installed as University of Liverpool’s First Female and Black Chancellor

(IN BRIEF) Judge Wendy Beetlestone, an alumna of the University of Liverpool, has been formally installed as the institution’s eleventh Chancellor. Wendy, the university’s first female and first Black Chancellor, expressed gratitude for her time at Liverpool, which she credits … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Researchers Use Blood Proteins to Predict Future Lung Cancer

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Liverpool, in collaboration with Janssen Pharmaceutica, have made significant progress in using blood proteins to predict future lung cancer. The study analyzed blood samples taken from healthy participants up to ten years before … Read the full press release

Liverpool Covid-19 Testing Pilot Researchers Receive Florence Nightingale Award for Healthcare Data Analytics

(IN BRIEF) Researchers behind the mass Covid-19 testing pilot in Liverpool have been honored with the 2023 Florence Nightingale Award for Excellence in Healthcare Data Analytics. The award recognizes their work in delivering better outcomes for patients through data analysis … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Celebrates Cultural Diversity in Merseyside

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s School of Architecture is hosting an event celebrating the diverse cultural mix on Merseyside. The event will showcase the evolving cultural practices that have emerged from interactions between different communities in the region. Musical … Read the full press release

Impressive Rise: University of Liverpool Achieves Record High Graduate Outcomes

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has experienced a significant improvement in graduate prospects, as revealed by the latest data from HESA. The university has seen a 6% rise in graduates securing high-skilled employment within 15 months of graduation, reaching … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool hosts multicultural concert ahead of Eurovision

(IN BRIEF) Primary school children from the Liverpool City Region participated in a unique celebration of languages and music ahead of Eurovision. The “mini” Eurovision event saw hundreds of children perform European songs at the Tung Auditorium of the University … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool joins Innovate UK Microbials Accelerator to help SMEs commercialise microbial technologies

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool is part of a consortium that has launched the Microbials Accelerator, a programme aimed at supporting SMEs in scaling their businesses and securing funding for the commercialisation of innovative microbial technologies. The programme is … Read the full press release

New study highlights financial struggles of people with dementia

(IN BRIEF) A new study funded by the Alzheimer’s Society and the National Institute for Health and Care Research has found that people with dementia are being forced to reduce their use of social care and support services due to … Read the full press release

Financial Times 2023 Rankings Place University of Liverpool’s Online MBA in Top Tier

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s online MBA has been ranked in the top 10 by the Financial Times (FT) in their 2023 rankings of online MBAs. The Management School’s online MBA excelled in career progression, with alumni showing job … Read the full press release

Team of Experts from University of Liverpool Spin-Out Sulantrix Using AI and Multi-omics Platforms to Develop New Cancer Treatments

(IN BRIEF) A new spin-out drug discovery company from the University of Liverpool called Sulantrix is exploring new cancer medicines targeting previously untapped classes of pseudoenzymes. The company is led by Professor Patrick Eyers and CEO David Williams, who has … Read the full press release

Pint of Science festival returns to Liverpool between 9 and 11 May, 2022: Tickets now on sale

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 19-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced that the Pint of Science festival, an annual science festival taking place in pubs, bars and cafés in 30 countries across the world, is … Read the full press release

Shantanu Kundu, a medical student at University of Liverpool, selected as a baton bearer for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 15-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced that its medical student Shantanu Kundu will be the baton bearer for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. The honour comes following a nomination from … Read the full press release

Die University of Liverpool kündigt die Rückkehr der familienfreundlichen Veranstaltungen von Meet the Scientists im World Museum in Liverpool an

(PRESSEMITTEILUNG) LIVERPOOL, 14-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Die University of Liverpool, eine öffentliche Forschungsuniversität, hat den Start ihrer interaktiven „Meet the Scientists“-Veranstaltungen für die Saison 2022 in Liverpool angekündigt Weltmuseum an diesem Wochenende. Die neue Saison, die sich an ein Familienpublikum … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool announces the return of Meet the Scientists family friendly events at the World Museum, Liverpool

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 14-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced the launch of its 2022 season of interactive ‘Meet the Scientists’ events at Liverpool’s World Museum this weekend. Aimed at a family audience, with … Read the full press release

Professor Dame Margaret Whitehead of the University of Liverpool will lead an independent review into potential ethnic bias in the design and use of medical devices in the UK

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 7-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced that its professor of public health Dame Margaret Whitehead will be leading a review into potential ethnic bias in the design and use of … Read the full press release

Carbon Counts exhibition opens at University of Liverpool’s Liverpool School of Architecture (LSA) from February to May 2022

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 31-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced that its School of Architecture will host an exhibition that will explore the embodied carbon of some of the most common contemporary building materials, … Read the full press release

New Kick It Out Scholarship Programme at University of Liverpool’s Management School to support under-represented ethnic minorities in the UK

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 8-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, a public research university, has announced that its Management School will be partnering with Sky and Kick It Out for the launch of the Kick It Out Scholarship Programme aimed … Read the full press release

NIHR funded project that involves Universities of East Anglia, Leicester and Liverpool to help reduce the number of cases of flu in care homes

(PRESS RELEASE) LIVERPOOL, 21-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Liverpool, one of the six original ‘red brick’ civic universities, has announced that its researchers are part of a new project to increase the number of care home staff that take … Read the full press release