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Prosper Cohort 2026 officially underway
9 March
We have welcomed the launch of Prosper Cohort 2026, marking the start of a six‑month career development journey for 30 postdoctoral researchers. The induction session, held on 10 February 2026, set the tone for the programme designed to build community, strengthen confidence and expand career horizons. During the session, participants explored potential barriers to engagement, […]
Postcard: A voyage through the Països Catalans
Current MRes Catalan Studies student Lucy Taylor, who also studied BA French and Hispanic Studies, writes of her time spent in Catalonia, as Catalan Studies at the University of Liverpool marks a 100-year milestone: The first day I arrived in Girona it was raining; not the kind of rain I am used to as a […]
Have your say on Paddington Village South plans
A public consultation has launched today to gather views on the next phase of development at Paddington Village South – a government-backed regeneration project on land next to Grove Street. The project marks the next step in the flagship Knowledge Quarter development and a masterplan has been developed to showcase the proposals and set out […]
University record label scores a hit with 1 million streams
6 March
The University of Liverpool’s own record label is celebrating one of its artists reaching the one million streams milestone, a first for the label and an indication of its growing success.
Merciful Sound, a label run by Department of Music students since 2019, is home to emerging artists from across musical genres, as well as engaging with all aspects of recording, distributing and promoting their work.
University showcases AI materials discovery excellence during UKRI CEO visit
5 March
Professor Sir Ian Chapman, Chief Executive of UKRI, visited the University to explore how its research excellence and industry collaboration are driving regional and national prosperity.
Public consultation to launch on Liverpool’s Paddington Village South masterplan
A major public consultation on Paddington Village South, one of the city’s most significant future innovation and public realm developments, will begin next week.
A masterplan for the 9-acre site is being delivered in partnership by Liverpool City Council and the University of Liverpool, as part of a shared vision to bring opportunity, growth and energy to the area.
New national taskforce to secure the future of UK medical science careers
4 March
The Academy of Medical Sciences has launched a new UK Medical Science Careers Taskforce which aims to identify and address gaps across clinical and non-clinical career pathways.
The University of Liverpool’s Professor Sir Munir Pirmohamed is a Co-Chair of the new group, which brings together senior leaders from academia, the NHS, MedTech and the pharmaceutical industry
Liverpool sustainable chemistry spin-out to develop CO2 electrolyser technology
3 March
CO2Volt, a new University spin-out company, has raised £1 million to commercialise an innovative carbon dioxide (CO₂) electrolyser.
Brush up on your digital skills with free workshops this week
2 March
If you want to get the most out of Canva or understand Excel better then we have just the training you need – delivered all week in our libraries as part of Digital Skills Week. You can come along to free digital training hosted by our amazing library student partners. Find more details below and […]
Strengthening coaching culture at the University of Liverpool
The University of Liverpool is delighted to announce that 14 colleagues from across the institution will shortly begin their professional coaching qualification. This represents an important investment in the University’s people and future. We congratulate all 14 colleagues who are embarking on this next stage of their journey and look forward to the positive impact […]
Liverpool–India partnership strengthens research on military cultural heritage
26 February
Researchers from the University of Liverpool’s Heritage Institute and ArCHIAM research centre have joined Indian academic and military historians to advance new research frameworks for the study and stewardship of India’s military cultural heritage.
University’s Civic Health Innovation Labs and Kyndryl to spearhead health innovation with agentic AI
24 February
The University of Liverpool’s Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) and Kyndryl, the leading provider of mission‑critical enterprise technology services, will collaborate to explore how emerging AI technologies could be utilized to strengthen future healthcare services. Through the initiative, the University and Kyndryl plan to co-develop blueprints for next-generation healthcare technologies, using the University’s research expertise and […]
New study calls for personalised, tiered approach to postpartum care
A new study from researchers at the University of Liverpool and King’s College London reveals that whilst women may value the convenience of virtual postpartum care, they remain concerned about the need for physical examinations and how to access them.
University of Liverpool Maths School appoints new Headteacher
23 February
The Trustees of the University of Liverpool Maths School (ULMaS) have appointed Dan Vickery as the school’s next Headteacher. He will take up the post in September. Dan joins ULMaS from Scarborough College, where he is currently Deputy Head (Curriculum). During his time there, he has led the academic curriculum and served both as Head […]
Liverpool and Oxford join forces to tackle global challenges
19 February
The University has signed a MoU with the University of Oxford, Oxfordshire County Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA), committing Liverpool and Oxford to work together to tackle global challenges through research, innovation and partnership.
Register now: Prosper career development workshop series
18 February
We’re pleased to launch the Prosper Workshop Series 2026, a set of five career development workshops designed to help postdocs carve out dedicated time for their development, explore new possibilities, and connect with colleagues across the community. You can register for any individual workshop; there’s no need to attend the whole series. Simply choose the […]
Celebrating success: National Apprenticeship Week 2026 recap
17 February
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2026 may have officially wrapped up, but the energy across the University of Liverpool remains high. From Monday, 9 to Sunday, 15 February, our community came together to celebrate professional growth, skill-sharing, and the transformative power of apprenticeships. This year’s theme focused on empowering careers at all levels, and the engagement […]
New University of Liverpool spin-out secures £470k
A new University of Liverpool spin-out, Apoello, has secured £470k in pre-seed investment to accelerate the commercialisation of its AI-enabled materials discovery platform. The funding will support team growth, further platform development, and early engagement with industrial partners. The investment round includes £320,000 from SFC Capital and the British Business Bank, alongside £150,000 from the University […]
Management School MBA makes global top 100 in 2026 Financial Times rankings
16 February
The University of Liverpool Management School is celebrating its latest rankings success with the announcement of a top 100 Financial Times (FT) global ranking in 2026 for its full time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programmes.
New MSc in Wildlife Health and Conservation launched in partnership with Chester Zoo
13 February
The University of Liverpool has launched a new MSc in Wildlife Health and Conservation, offering students the opportunity to develop the specialist skills needed to protect wildlife populations and support global biodiversity.