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Liverpool researchers awarded £2.9M to optimise NHS health data use
6 November
University of Liverpool researchers have been awarded circa £2.9 million in funding from the Medical Research Council (MRC) and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) for a project that will transform the way NHS data is used for research.
New research shows the long-term health gains of preventive health policy
4 November
Researchers from the University of Liverpool, in collaboration with The Health Foundation, have analysed anonymised health data from 1.5 million people in England to understand how changes in everyday health behaviours – such as diet, exercise, and smoking – could influence the nation’s long-term health. Their modelling shows that improving these behaviours could significantly reduce […]
Partnership with CyanoCapture Ltd to develop bionanotechnology for targeted drug delivery
30 October
The University of Liverpool rand CyanoCapture Ltd are joining forces to develop the next generation of carboxysome-based targeted drug delivery systems, exploiting unique traits found in fast-growing cyanobacteria. Through a 12-month research partnership and tech transfer plan, they will bring together CyanoCapture’s proprietary genetic engineering tools, scalable cyanobacteria strains and peptide expression technology with breakthrough […]
Celebrating success in academic development
28 October
We are proud to celebrate the hard work and achievement of our latest cohorts of participants who have successfully completed their Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP), Postgraduate Diploma Academic Practice (PGDAP) and their Master of Arts Academic Practice (MA AP). With a commitment to learn and achieve, each of our participants has reached a […]
£4.56M Wellcome Discovery Award to investigate natural human resistance to Salmonella
27 October
The University of Liverpool’s Professor Jay Hinton and an international team have been awarded a £4,555,647 Wellcome Discovery funding to lead a five-year research programme exploring how some healthy humans are naturally protected from being infected by Salmonella Typhimurium.
New study reveals the hidden burden of MS on quality of life
A major UK-wide study led by researchers based in Liverpool has revealed the profound impact of multiple sclerosis (MS) on health-related quality of life, with findings that could reshape how services and resources are allocated for people living with the condition. Published in Value in Health, the research draws on data from 5,509 people with […]
University’s leadership in AI showcased at regional summit
24 October
The Liverpool City Region’s annual International AI Summit took place this week, bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and businesses to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, education, and society. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, the 2025 Summit attracted more than 900 delegates to the ACC Liverpool to enjoy a series […]
University of Liverpool Research Fellowships open for applications for 2025-2026
The University of Liverpool’s prestigious five-year Fellowships are inviting applications from early career researchers with innovative AI-focused research ideas that address one of the University’s five research frontiers.
Chemistry PhD student creates AI art for River of Light festival
A University of Liverpool PhD student is bringing her expertise in robotics and coding to this year’s River of Light festival.
Heseltine Institute Annual Lecture celebrates significance of football for Liverpool and its future
22 October
The deep ties between football and the city of Liverpool were in the spotlight at this year’s Heseltine Institute Annual Lecture, held at the newly refurbished Victoria Gallery & Museum.
The Tung Auditorium welcomes new community music partners
The University of Liverpool is delighted to announce its new community Affiliate Organisations at The Tung Auditorium for 2025–2027: Early Music as Education (EMAE) and Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats. Following an open call to music organisations across Merseyside, both groups impressed the selection panel with their creativity, community spirit, and passion for making […]
Archaeology researcher wins prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize
21 October
Dr Beatriz Marín-Aguilera, Lecturer & Derby Fellow in Historical Legacies of Empire, based in the University’s Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology has been awarded a prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize for Archaeology. These highly competitive awards, worth £100,000, are for researchers at an early stage of their careers whose work has had international impact and […]
University celebrates Liverpool’s shortlisting for European Capital of Innovation 2026
17 October
Liverpool has been announced as one of three finalist cities for the European Capital of Innovation 2026, with the University of Liverpool a cornerstone of the city’s successful bid. Upon announcing the finalists, the European Innovation Council noted that Liverpool has ‘driven significant urban transformation through its commitment to cultural regeneration and technological advancement. It […]
University hosts landmark discussion on potential impact of ‘Hillsborough Law’
15 October
The University of Liverpool will host a major public event on 23 October, bringing together leading academics, legal experts and campaigners to explore the potential impact of the Public Office (Accountability) Bill—better known as the Hillsborough law—on the future of British justice.
Event celebrates new MA aimed at next generation of public servants
14 October
The Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place, and the Department of Politics have officially launched the University of Liverpool’s new Masters programme in Public Administration and Policy (MPAP). The MPAP will equip the next generation of public servants with the skills required to effectively navigate the challenges, opportunities, and nuances of policymaking in […]
University celebrates 10 years of ‘Meet the Scientists’
13 October
The University of Liverpool, in partnership with National Museums Liverpool, is celebrating a decade of its popular ‘Meet the Scientists’ public engagement programme with a special event this weekend. ‘Meet the Scientists 10 Year Extravaganza’ takes place on Saturday 18 October, from 10am to 4pm at the World Museum. For the first time, activities will […]
Gallery: University of Liverpool at 2025 party conferences
10 October
This autumn, researchers and senior leaders from the University of Liverpool played a prominent role at both the Labour and Conservative Party Conferences, contributing to key policy debates on trade, health, devolution, and innovation. University-led events included: Trade, Tariffs and Turbulence (Labour): Co-hosted with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, this panel explored […]
Liverpool Vice-Chancellor meets PM Modi on landmark UK-India trade visit
9 October
The University of Liverpool’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tim Jones, has joined the UK government’s trade delegation to Mumbai, where he has met with Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior officials and business leaders from both countries.
University breaks into global top 150 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings
The University has risen 17 places to 143rd in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.
Mental Health Awareness session this Friday to mark World Mental Health Day
7 October
Friday, 10 October is World Mental Health Day, and to mark this, we are inviting staff to attend a dedicated online Mental Health Awareness session, delivered by the University’s Disability and Wellbeing Advisor. The session takes place on Friday, 10 October, from 11am – 12pm via Zoom. This sessions will help you to: Recognise the […]