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1. Leading banker and philanthropist John Studzinski CBE delivers latest Roscoe lecture

   The investment banker and philanthropist gave an inspirational lecture as part of the Roscoe series delivered in partnership with the PH Holt Foundation.

2. Battle of the Atlantic 80th anniversary events led by LJMU

   This month Liverpool will play host to a swathe of commemorative events marking its links with WWII’s Battle of the Atlantic, 80 years on. LJMU’s staff and students across its Drama, History and Maritime programmes will play a role in marking this milestone anniversary

3. Disability History Month: What's happening at LJMU and support available

   Disability History Month runs between 16 November and 16 December 2023 and it is an opportunity to reflect on the past and create positive change for the present and the future.

4. Researchers launch 'world's most advanced nutritional' app

   PhD student David Dunne has worked with Harlequins, QPR and the Ryder Cup team to maximise the physical potential of athletes. Together with ex-PhD Sam Impey, David has raised £450k to launch training companion app Hexis, claimed to be the world's most intelligent nutrition system. He spoke to us to explain more.

5. Identifying dinosaurs from their footprints is difficult – but AI can help

   Can AI help us identify dinosaurs from their fossilised footprints, asks Dr Paige dePolo, lecturer in vertebrate biology, writing in The Conversation.

6. Enhanced Games athletes can compete for US$1 million prizes. But at what cost to sport?

   Alexandra Consterdine, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science writes in The Conversation.

7. The Conversation: Hyrox could improve your strength, endurance and fitness

   Experts from the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences share evidence that suggests the fitness competition is good for your health.

8. Support LJMU at the British Science Festival

   The British Science Festival starts this month, so please make sure you’ve booked your place to support our LJMU colleagues who are delivering fantastic events and activities across the city.

9. Beatles heritage adds £81.9m to economy

   Research reveals that The Beatles legacy adds £81.9m to economy each year and creates 2,335 jobs.

10. LJMU Staff Networks and plans for 2022 

    We caught up with the co-chairs of the current LJMU staff networks to find out what they have already achieved and what their plans are for 2022.