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International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) Early Career Fellowships in Natural Products Research

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · 6d

Yesterday our summer research students presented their projects to the school. Their research projects covered topics in #pharmacy, #forensics, #biomedical_science, #biotechnology, #biochemistry, #pharmaceutical_science and #cosmetic_science. This is a great chance to take part in real research

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · 14d

Today we had our first School seminar of the 2025-26 academic year. We had the pleasure of hosting Dr Ru Angelie Edrada-Ebel from the University of Strathclyde. She spoke about secondary #metabolomics to define biomarkers for biological activity and yield optimisation of #natural_products

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · 27d

Here is a publication from members of our school including #PhD student Elliot Mbeta, Professor Peter Penson, and head of #biomedical_sciences Dr Garry McDowell entitled "Evaluating the Prognostic Significance of Circulating Biomarkers of End Organ Damage in Hypertension"
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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Sep 9

@ljmuofficial.bsky.social invites Early Career Researchers from #Brazil, #Egypt and #Thailand to apply for a Natural Products Research Fellowship. Deadline is 28th September. These fellowships are funded by the British Council. Please see more details here www.ljmu.ac.uk/Campaigns/IS... #Liverpool

We invite Early Career Researchers (ECRs) from Brazil, Egypt and Thailand to apply for an Early Career Fellowship to be hosted by Liverpool John Moores University.

Lecturer in Biochemistry/Forensic Bioscience (5159)

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Sep 3

We are looking for a lecturer at the interface of biochemistry and forensics. Closing date is 15th September jobs.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancy/lect... #biochemistry #forensics #liverpool #lecturer

jobs.ljmu.ac.uk

Research Roasters at the Science Festival

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Gavin McStay @gavinmcstay.bsky.social · Sep 2

I am looking forward to hosting my @ljmuofficial.bsky.social colleagues from @facelabljmu.bsky.social next week @storyhouselive.bsky.social. Hope to see you there #Chester

Chester SciBar @chesterscibar.bsky.social · Sep 2

Join us next week to hear from the research group that analyses, authenticates, & depicts the faces of significant historical figures using skeletal remains, death masks, and portraits!
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@storyhouselive.bsky.social

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@facelabljmu.bsky.social

📆9th Sept
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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Sep 1

Next week at the British Science Festival two of our early career researchers, Danielle Holmes and Cherene de Bruyn, will be talking at Research Roasters. You can book your free tickets here #BSF25 #ResearchRoasters #Liverpool

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Unfiltered Conversations with the People Behind the Science

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Aug 28

Teaching the next generation of cosmetic scientists
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Teaching the next generation of cosmetic scientists

Trailblazing course receives accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Aug 28

Go on a tour of the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences. Take a look around the state-of-the-art facilities in the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University. Find out more and apply for our courses: www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses
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Stuart George - Susan Hanks sits in (21/08/2025) - BBC Sounds

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Aug 22

Dr Sandra Fawcett, lecturer in skin physiology, spoke yesterday on BBC radio #Stoke about #skin #cancer and the ABCDE approach to keeping track of your moles. Her part starts right after David Bowie www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

News, information and advice with Susan, plus 'What's the Year?' from 1pm.

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Aug 22

Two of our current #MSc #cosmetic #science students, Giovanna and Anastasia, are undertaking an #internship at L'Oréal in #Paris. Congratulations to programme leader Dr Amanda Boddis for establishing this wonderful opportunity for our students. #france

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Duo land dream summer internships in Paris

Two MSc students have taken on the opportunity of a lifetime working at L'Oréal Paris as part of a three-month summer internship.

The power of plants: eight events to dig into at this year’s British Science Festival

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British Science Association @britsciassoc.bsky.social · Aug 21

🌼 From fungal galaxies to berry-powered solar cells, this year’s #BSF25 is blooming with plant-themed events! 🌳

Explore flora through art, uncover Liverpool’s urban wild side, and trace the medicinal uses of plants - past, present and future...

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With more than 100 free talks, workshops and drop-in activities at this year's British Science Festival, there’s something for everyone. From fungal galaxies to berry-powered solar cells, this year’s ...

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Aug 20

Come along to #Liverpool in September to take part in some of the fun #science activities organised by our academics as part of the @britsciassoc.bsky.social festival #BSF25

British Science Association @britsciassoc.bsky.social · Jul 3

The British Science Festival 2025 #BSF25 programme is now live!

We’re partnering this year with @liverpooluni.bsky.social and @ljmuofficial.bsky.social.

Join us from 10-14 Sept for 4 days of over 100 FREE events in #Liverpool.

britishsciencefestival.org/events

The influence of sex in diagnostic modelling of knee osteoarthritis

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jul 18

Take a look at this article published by Dr Philippa McCabe, senior lecturer in #biostatisitcs, published in @plosone.org dx.plos.org/10.1371/jour...

Objective To compare diagnostic models for radiological KOA at KL2 + using sex-specific variables against a generic model with sex as an input. Data from the Osteoarthritis Initiative (OAI) was used f...

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jul 16

Here is the recording of our school's graduation from last week in the beautiful #Liverpool cathedral. Congratulations to all our graduates and good luck with your next steps!

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LJMU Graduation Ceremony - 07.07.25 - 12:45pm

YouTube video by Liverpool John Moores University

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jul 13

🧴 From Lab Bench to Bathroom Shelf
🧬 A free hair science event where real experiences meet real research.
📣 Got hair loss? Work in hair or health? Curious about ingredients + evidence?
Join us 👉 Tues 29 July, Liverpool
🎟️ bit.ly/labtobathroom
#HairLoss #Alopecia #HairCare #HairScience #Liverpool

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jul 4

We are super proud to receive the award for the
@ibmscience.bsky.social educational institution for 2025. Well done to the #biomedical science team for all their hard work! #IBMSawards25

From Lab Bench to Bathroom Shelf: Help Shape the Future of Hair Science!

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jul 4

Come and join @kehindeross.bsky.social and team to discuss #hair #science at @ljmuofficial.bsky.social #Liverpool www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-lab-b...

Join us for a Public Science Afternoon Tea with a Twist! Let's Work Together on Hair Loss and Skincare Innovation!

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LJMU's Cosmetic Science MSc provides postgraduates with expertise in formulation, testing and regulations relating to the UK and global cosmetics industry.

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jun 21

Our #MSc in #Cosmetic Science has become the first in the UK to achieve accreditation with 7 commendations from the Royal Society of #Chemistry with special praise for 'training for employment' and 'industrial engagement'. You can read more here tinyurl.com/3bmvbamx

Cosmetic Science

Thinking of going postgrad? Attend our on campus Postgraduate Open Day get an insight into postgraduate life here at LJMU

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jun 9

There is a #postgraduate open day @ljmuofficial.bsky.social next week. Come along to hear about our exciting #msc and #phd opportunities in #biotechnology #biomedical_science #cosmetic_science #natural_products #drug_discovery #forensics #embryology. Sign up here www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/eve...

Postgraduate Open Day

A 360° Perspective on Cardiovascular Prevention: the International Lipid Expert Panel SiMple tIps for the heaLthy hEart (ILEP-SMILE)

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · Jun 2

Take a look at this article that Peter Penson, Professor of #Pharmacy Practice, contributed to "A 360° Perspective on Cardiovascular Prevention: the International Lipid Expert Panel SiMple tIps for the heaLthy hEart (ILEP-SMILE)" doi.org/10.5114/aoms...

Despite decades of research into lifestyle factors and medications, we still cannot effectively prevent the occurrence of ASCVD and its complications. Yet, only a small percentage of the healthcare bu...

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Targeting metastasis in paediatric bone sarcomas | Molecular Cancer

School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · May 30

Take a look at this review article by Dr Darren Sexton, senior lecturer in #biomedicalscience, on Targeting Metatasis in Paediatric Bone , on Targeting Metatasis in Paediatric Bone Sarcomas rdcu.be/eoDj7 in the journal Molecular Cancer

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · May 29

@kehindeross.bsky.social, Reader in Molecular & Cellular Biology, and other @ljmuofficial.bsky.social members went to Croda HQ to initiate collaborations for hair, skin and beauty products.

www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/new...

Health researchers innovate with Croda International

Biosciences, science, industry, innovation, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, health, wellbeing, research, partnerships, Croda, HEIF, grants, sustainable business

https://explorationpub.com/Journals/em/Ar…

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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU @ljmupbs.bsky.social · May 19

Take a look at this publication from Dr Jose Prieto, "Artificial intelligence and complex natural products for cardiovascular infection prevention and oxidative damage mitigation" explorationpub.com/Journals/em/Ar…#aia#naturalproductst#cardiovascularar