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  1. HITS Faculty Public Lecture

    Nick Lane is Professor of Evolutionary Biochemistry at University College London. His research is on how energy flow has shaped evolution, from the origin of life to the evolution of eukaryotic cells with downright quirky traits such as sex. The Earth teems with life: in its oceans, forests, skies and cities. Yet there is a black hole at the heart of biology. We do not know why complex life is the way it is, or, for that matter, how life first began. In this talk Lane will show that the answer lies in energy!

  2. A Public Science Afternoon Tea with A Twist

    Join our Public Engagement Science Afternoon Tea and discover how cutting-edge research is revolutionizing the way we think about hair health and beauty. From the lab to industry and then real-world applications, this event will take you on a journey through the fascinating field of hair science and the potential future of our hair health.

  5. LJMU Product Design Engineering Design Show 2026

    Explore bold, forward-thinking projects challenging real-world problems. Whether you're a student, industry professional, academic, or simply passionate about design, this is your chance to be inspired, network, and connect with exceptional talent. Come and experience design that shapes the future!

  6. Postgraduate Online Open Week

    Thinking of going postgrad? Attend our online Postgraduate Online Open Week and get an insight into postgraduate life here at LJMU.

  7. Professor Robin Dunbar Public Lecture

    Friendships are a primate speciality, and have evolved to buffer us against the stresses of living in large social groups. They have a bigger effect on our psychological health and wellbeing, as well as our physical health and wellbeing, than anything else. Friendships are, however, extremely expensive to create and to maintain, both in terms of their time cost and in terms of their underpinning neurobiology. In this lecture, Ill explore the behavioural, cognitive and neurobiological bases of friendships, and show how we use these as a basis for forming mega-communities.