Tag Archives: University of Liverpool

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