"It was particularly timely to contribute to one of the world’s leading map publishing organisation following on from the 70th anniversary of the Institute being given responsibility for the national mapping of Scotland’s soils"

Research by James Hutton Institute scientists to explore issues associated with land use in Scotland has been featured in the May 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine.

The article, titled “What Will Become of Scotland Moors?”, discusses the future of Scottish moors amid ongoing debates over class, culture and nature.

In the piece, author Cathy Newman speaks to a number of experts including the Institute’s Professor Alison Hester, Science Challenge Leader on protection and enhancement of the resilience of ecosystems for multiple benefits.

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This article was originally posted by The James Hutton Institute