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29 May 2018
ALTER: can increasing the carbon in soil combat climate change?
The James Hutton Institute
Soil
“It’s important that we develop a database of research into the subject and examine its potential for success. Is it possible that the small change in soil sequencing can compensate for the greenhouse gas emissions produced by other sectors in the region?"
25 May 2018
Mearns Academy pupils help stop the plastic tide at Glensaugh
The James Hutton Institute
“Plastic is made of oil and if we don’t stop it, it’ll get into the ground and burns.”
24 May 2018
Now available: May 2018 issue of Hutton Highlights
The James Hutton Institute
"We'd love to hear what you think of it, so please send us your comments"
The latest issue of Hutton Highlights, the James Hutton Institute's quarterly review, is now available from our Hutton Highlights pages.
23 May 2018
Scientists and experts team up for new Plant Health Centre
The James Hutton Institute
"There has never been a more crucial time to pool resources and bring scientists and stakeholders together to act"
18 May 2018
Finding hope for nature in The Lost Words
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
A poetic and artistic rallying-call for us all to stay connected with nature is set to inspire adults and children at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE).
17 May 2018
Land access a critical barrier for new farmers in Scotland
The James Hutton Institute
"The report focuses on new and alternative ways to encourage farmers and landowners to increase the availability of land for new entrants to agriculture in Scotland"
11 May 2018
New KTP appointment to develop possibilities of honeyberries
The James Hutton Institute
"Our aim is to identify the best varieties of honeyberry and develop products around which we can build the Scottish Honeyberry brand"
10 May 2018
Hutton scientists supporting major food safety drive in potato and cereal products
The James Hutton Institute
“It is exciting to see that some of our more fundamental research into crop stresses can be applied, through innovating projects, to improve food safety standards”
4 May 2018
Our work in the media: barley and social science
The James Hutton Institute
"Why go for something as expensive as quinoa, for example, when you can get a nice protein level and a nice taste from barley? It's on your doorstep"
2 May 2018
Brazilian plant scientist awarded Massalski research prize
The James Hutton Institute
"I feel privileged to have been part of a great team of dynamic scientists and I will take this experience into my future career"
1 May 2018
Aberdeen academics recognised for multi-million pound contribution to local economy
The Rowett Institute
Professor Lora Heisler from the Rowett Institute was one of seven University of Aberdeen academics whose key role in adding millions of pounds to the local economy, was recognised at an awards ceremony hosted by VisitAberdeenshire.
30 Apr 2018
Cabinet Secretary Fergus Ewing visits to find out more about Hutton research and innovation
The James Hutton Institute
"This research is fundamental to the long-term sustainability of farming, the continued success of our food and drink sector, and to better understand the challenges faced by the agricultural and environmental agenda."
30 Apr 2018
Celebrating 30 Years of Equine Grass Sickness Research
Moredun
The Moredun Foundation Equine Grass Sickness Fund (EGSF) was launched in 1988 by Moredun and the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies to provide a research hub dedicated to improving treatment, finding the cause and developing means of preventing this devastating disease.
28 Apr 2018
Edinburgh’s Chinese Community gifts Ting and Monument
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
A solid marble Ting and Monument have been gifted to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) by the capital’s Chinese community in recognition of the important plant research and conservation work that RBGE has been carrying out in China for more than one hundred years, and to commemorate the long and flourishing
27 Apr 2018
New version of Buntata mobile app announced
The James Hutton Institute
“Buntata is a collaborative effort between the University of St Andrews and the James Hutton Institute to enable open access to our information resources and put them at the fingertips of potato growers.”
27 Apr 2018
Hydro Nation scholar presents research at international water, food, energy and climate conference
The James Hutton Institute
"We're very pleased that this Scottish Government-funded PhD project is contributing to capacity developing in Nexus thinking to help achieve SDG targets"
26 Apr 2018
Launch of the SEFARI Gateway's Responsive Opportunity Fund 2018
The SEFARI Gateway is delighted to launch our 2018 call for applications to our Responsive Opportunity Fund. Funds of up to £10K are available per award for new and collaborative knowledge exchange ideas which add value.
17 Apr 2018
Pulses, sustainable superfoods that can contribute to global food security
The James Hutton Institute
"Pulses such as UK-grown faba beans are high in starch as well as protein, essential minerals like iron, zinc and magnesium, and are gluten-free"
13 Apr 2018
New short film celebrates spectacular scenery and wildlife of North East Scotland
The James Hutton Institute
"The idea behind the video was to show what an incredible, beautiful natural environment residents and visitors can enjoy in North East Scotland and that everyone can, and should, do something to help safeguard it for the future"