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School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences at LJMU

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You'll find an exciting range of degree courses available in Pharmacy and Biomolecular sciences. Our programmes include placement options, field work opportunities and are accredited by professional bodies to ensure you receive outstanding teaching.

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Join @kehindeross.bsky.social, associate professor in molecular and cellulary biology, and other global experts, at The Vaccine Lounge Webinar, to hear about RNA vaccines, access and the future of global immunisation #vaccine #rna

25.02.2026 16:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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AI for Biotech Futures Connecting biotech companies and educators to shape an AI-ready workforce

We are hosting an "AI for Biotech Futures" workshop in April. This event is supported by @ibic-nw.bsky.social. We look forward to seeing you at @ljmuofficial.bsky.social next month.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-for-bio...

#AI #Liverpool #biotechnology

24.02.2026 21:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Research Assistant Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences (0.8fte) (5323)

Dr Yousif Shamsaldeen, senior lecturer in #pharmacology, is hiring a research assistant for a project on overactive bladder. Join @ljmuofficial.bsky.social in #Liverpool to join our growing #research community.

More details and apply here: jobs.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...

Deadline is 25th February

12.02.2026 13:33 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In this months school seminar, Dr Yousif Shamsaldeen, senior lecturer in #pharmacology, talked to us about his research in the #heart, #muscle and #eye β€οΈπŸ‘οΈ

04.02.2026 13:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Modelling of Covid‑19 cases, deaths and excess mortality in 19 European countries (Epidemiology and Public Health, 2025). jpublichealth.org/articles/106...

Their submission highlights LJMU’s ongoing contribution to national learning and public accountability following the Covid‑19 pandemic.

01.02.2026 09:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Submitted papers:

Correlation between vitamin D levels, individual and socio-demographic characteristics and Covid‑19 infection and death rates in 20 European countries: A modelling study (Journal of Health and Social Sciences, 2020). journalhss.com/wp-content/u...

01.02.2026 09:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Two significant Liverpool John Moores University research papers analysing the factors influencing #Covid‑19 infection, death rates and excess mortality across #Europe have now been formally submitted to the UK Covid‑19 Public Inquiry.

Thank you to @ljmuimpact.bsky.social for highlighting this.

01.02.2026 09:50 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Farm 999 - Series 1: 11. Cows Stranded in a River, Poachers Tracked by Drone A County Down farmer calls in a search team for missing cows, a North Yorkshire officer catches deer poachers, and Paul explores how DNA could help prevent dog attacks on sheep.

Dr Nick Dawnay is advancing police investigations with new #forensic methods. You can hear how the Canine #DNA Recovery Project is validating new DNA recovery methods from livestock attacks. Watch here www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis.... Thank you to @ljmuimpact.bsky.social team for highlighting this.

01.02.2026 09:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Dr Yousif Shamsaldeen - British Pharmacological Society Dr Yousif Shamsaldeen

Dr Yousif Shamsaldeen, senior lecturer in #pharmacology, has been elected as a trustee of the @britpharmsoc.bsky.social www.bps.ac.uk/about-the-bp...

16.01.2026 10:14 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inspiring young scientists Pharmacy lecturer starts series of Science Clubs for Merseyside youngsters.

Dr Elsie Gaskell, lecturer in #pharmacy and #pharmaceutical science, ran a #science club for primary pupils last semester. It looks a great batch of future scientists in #Merseyside.

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

15.01.2026 18:32 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today, in our first seminar of 2026, we had the great pleasure to host Professor Enny Sudarmonowati from BRIN in #Indonesia. Dr Baoxiu Qi invited her talk about #biodiversity #conservation and #genetic improvement of crops important to human health

13.01.2026 15:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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From Lab to Life: An interactive public engagement session Small-group lab session where the alopecia community interact with researchers to explore RNA science and shape future engagement.

πŸ”¬Β Calling people affected by alopecia!Β πŸ”¬

Ever wondered what happens in a research lab? Want to influence how #RNA science could help develop #alopecia treatments?

Join us for a uniqueΒ hands-on lab experienceΒ at @ljmuofficial.bsky.social www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-lab-t...

07.01.2026 09:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Take a look at this review article from Dr Iain Hargreaves, reader in clinical #biochemistry and #PhD students Neve Cufflin and Mollie Dewsbury in collaboration with Pharma Nord

www.mdpi.com/3656568

02.01.2026 11:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Take a look at this review article from Dr Iain Hargreaves, reader in clinical #biochemistry and #PhD students Neve Cufflin and Mollie Dewsbury in collaboration with Pharma Nord

www.mdpi.com/3656568

02.01.2026 11:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Take a look at this collaborative paper including our #microbiology and #pharmaceutical science team including Jo Foulkes, Katie Evans and Imran Saleem

Dual Core-Shell Loaded Lipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoparticles as Combination Anti-Infective Delivery Platforms

www.mdpi.com/3647154

26.12.2025 10:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Take a look at this collaborative paper including our #microbiology and #pharmaceutical science team including Jo Foulkes, Katie Evans and Imran Saleem

Dual Core-Shell Loaded Lipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoparticles as Combination Anti-Infective Delivery Platforms

www.mdpi.com/3647154

26.12.2025 10:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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TIME's Top 100 Photos of 2025 These are the photographs that capture the year

It is super exciting to see the #forensics methods developed by #PhD student Alex Thomas PhD, under the supervision of Dr Nick Dawnay, associate professor of #forensic #genetics, on the cover of TIME magazine as one of the best of #2025

time.com/7336112/top-...

21.12.2025 22:27 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We have extended our application deadline for researchers from #Brazil in the Amazon region for our @britishcouncil.bsky.social funded #naturalproducts fellowships to the 21st December. The link to apply is here www.ljmu.ac.uk/campaigns/is...

11.12.2025 09:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Biochemistry and biotechnology taster: diagnosing and treating mitochondrial disease Mitochondrial disease affects more than 1 in 5,000 people in the UK, impacting multiple organ systems – most often the brain and skeletal muscles. The disease is very difficult to diagnose, unless the...

Dr Iain Hargreaves and @gavinmcstay.bsky.social will be presenting a #webinar for high school students on #mitochondria disease. Pass this link on to anyone thinking of pursuing a degree in #biochemistry or #biotechnology at @ljmuofficial.bsky.social

www.unifrog.org/events/upcom...

07.12.2025 19:05 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Lecturer in Cosmetic Science at Liverpool John Moores University Searching for an academic job? Explore this Lecturer in Cosmetic Science opening on jobs.ac.uk! Click to view more details and browse other academic jobs.

Come and join the pioneering #cosmetic science group at @ljmuofficial.bsky.social as a #lecturer in #liverpool www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPO582/l...

24.11.2025 15:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

many congratulations

01.11.2025 11:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We are very proud that Professor Amos Fatokun has received this award from the @britishcouncil.bsky.social.

01.11.2025 11:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰CongratulationsπŸŽ‰ to Dr Alice McCloskey, associate professor of #pharmacy and the #KidzMed; team winners of the #sustainablehealthcare prize at the recent celebrating excellence awards. Their green prescribing interventions reduced amoxicillin liquid use by 23%, costs by 50% & CO2e by 15% ! πŸ’Š

30.10.2025 09:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our #pharmacy #technicians @ljmuofficial.bsky.social. We take this moment to thank them for all the support they provide in our programmes, and the vital role they play in supporting our staff and students.
Thank you!
#WorldPharmacyTechnicianDay

21.10.2025 13:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): JNPD Articles | Journal of Natural Products Discovery

The latest issue of the Journal of Natural Products Discovery has been published openjournals.ljmu.ac.uk/JNPD/issue/v.... This issue includes the abstracts from the recent Conference on Natural Products Discovery held @ljmuofficial.bsky.social in June. #natural_products #liverpool

09.10.2025 16:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Senior Lecturer or Senior Teaching Fellow in Clinical Pharmacy (5167)

We are looking for a senior lecturer or senior teaching fellow for clinical pharmacy. Closing date is 26th October.
jobs.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancy/seni...
Take a look at our website to see what facilities we have for pharmacy teaching.
www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/fac...
#pharmacy #lecturer #liverpool

09.10.2025 14:55 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences Since 1849, LJMU has offered industry-relevant pharmacy programmes. Join the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences who will help shape your future.

Our website has been updated - look here to find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, research, facilities, and staff www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/fac... #pharmacy #forensics #biotechnology #biochemistry #biomedical_science #cosmetics #embryology #drug_discovery #natural_products

06.10.2025 22:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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

02.10.2025 16:33 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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

24.09.2025 13:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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"
www.mdpi.com/3460572

11.09.2025 11:57 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0