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21 Jun 2021
International Barley Hub Seminar Series: Barley Varieties - The Recommendation System
The James Hutton Institute
"Barley breeders are continually developing new varieties and introducing them into the market; it is not always easy for the farmer understand which of the new varieties might suit their farming system."
18 Jun 2021
Arable Scotland's Arable Conversations: Sustainable Rotations and Soils, Legumes, Cover Crops and Cash Crops
The James Hutton Institute
"What do we need to measure to understand if a rotation is sustainable, particularly in terms of cropping, soil, and climate change?"
14 Jun 2021
Work your muscles for metabolism
The Rowett Institute
Research carried out by scientists at the University of Aberdeen's Rowett Institute finds that exercise may help patients with metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes.
10 Jun 2021
Brainfood: Researchers find brain area associated with protein cravings
The Rowett Institute
New research from scientists at the Universities of Aberdeen, Leicester and UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, has identified an area of the brain that may drive cravings for protein-rich food.
9 Jun 2021
New UK-Europe partnership to exploit barley resources and speed up breeding
The James Hutton Institute
“With the current development of the International Barley Hub at the James Hutton Institute, it is the perfect time for this award.
8 Jun 2021
Berry latest research on show at Fruit for the Future 2021
The James Hutton Institute
After a virtual stint last year, the event is returning to its usual format of in-person fruit walks at the Hutton site in Invergowrie.
8 Jun 2021
Arable Scotland 2021: spotlight on markets, IPM, sustainability and net-zero
The James Hutton Institute
Focusing on the topics of alternative markets and new cash crops, integrated pest management, sustainable crop rotations and reaching net-zero, the online programme will share the latest research and technical information and offer analysis from industry experts.
8 Jun 2021
University appoints new Director of the Rowett Institute
The Rowett Institute
The University of Aberdeen has appointed Professor Julian Griffin as the new Director of the Rowett Institute.
4 Jun 2021
PRESS RELEASE: Professor Julie Fitzpatrick New Chief Scientific Adviser for Scotland
Moredun
Professor Julie Fitzpatrick OBE has been appointed Chief Scientific Advisor for Scotland.
3 Jun 2021
New Tayside partnership announced as one of seven Climate Beacons for COP26
The James Hutton Institute
Climate Beacon themes include Scotland’s temperate rainforests, industrial heritage, water, adaptation to climate change, land use, biodiversity, green jobs, and the recovery from COVID-19.
3 Jun 2021
James Hutton, Scotland’s forgotten genius
The James Hutton Institute
“Hutton’s approach epitomises the Institute’s purpose, intent and values. He was willing to stand up to dogma, based on the rigorous pursuit of observation and science.
3 Jun 2021
Now available: June 2021 issue of Hutton Highlights
The James Hutton Institute
"We'd love to hear what you think of it, so please send us your comments"
1 Jun 2021
LEAF Technical Day at the James Hutton Institute
The James Hutton Institute
"Exhibits will show how utilising technology and implementing less conventional farming methods can help achieve sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices on your own farm."
1 Jun 2021
New appointment to James Hutton Institute board of directors: Prof Chris Gilligan
The James Hutton Institute
"The mission of the James Hutton places it nationally and internationally at the forefront of the application of natural and social science for land management, sustainable and healthy food production and food security, against a background climate change and decline in biodiversity decline."
31 May 2021
How soil on boots helped trace a killer to a crime scene
The James Hutton Institute
"Geological, chemical and biological characteristics can provide vital clues about where and how crimes have been committed or where and how death might have occurred, helping to contribute to the investigative jigsaw of crime investigation"
31 May 2021
Monogram 2021: online event for crop research and plant breeding communities
The James Hutton Institute
“The meeting is an excellent opportunity for the more junior members of the community to give a talk alongside experts in the field which is vital in encouraging the next generation of crop scientists in the UK"
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26 May 2021
Partnership award to advance cereal science
The James Hutton Institute
Dr Sarah McKim (image credit: University of Dundee)
“This award helps future-proof UK cereal science by cementing and initiating interactions for long lasting research collaborations and inward research investment”
24 May 2021
Johanna and Hechizo: a successful barley science placement
The James Hutton Institute
“It was great to have Johanna in Dundee. She managed to a large glasshouse experiment over the winter and had time to develop genetic marker assays as well as analyse the results"
19 May 2021
Scientists discover world-first cocktail for a longer life
The James Hutton Institute
"This work results from a fruitful scientific collaboration between BioSS and Glasgow Caledonian University, along with an international team of researchers"
19 May 2021
‘Forest gardens’ provide insight into sustainability of Guadeloupe’s agrobiodiversity
The James Hutton Institute
“We wanted to test and perfect a methodology (scientific, organisational and partnership) for small-scale farming practices in the forest undergrowth that would respect ecological balance”