30 Apr 2020
Rowett researcher wins the best scientific paper of 2019
The Rowett Institute
Research carried out by a former Aberdeen scientist while at the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute has been awarded the best scientific paper of 2019 by the Alpro Foundation.
27 Apr 2020
Scottish research institutes helping to tackle coronavirus
The James Hutton Institute
"Scotland is proud to have some of the world’s leading science and research institutions. During this unprecedented global pandemic, the response of our research institutions in volunteering staff and laboratory equipment has been great to see"
23 Apr 2020
Plant viruses may provide pipeline for increased vaccine production
The James Hutton Institute
Brome mosaic virus PDB 1J59 (image: JY Sgro; UW-Madison)
“This technology may be rapidly repurposed to synthesize bulk amounts of vaccine and diagnostic proteins in emergencies"
20 Apr 2020
UK crop scientists benefit from next-generation research computing platform
The James Hutton Institute
"High-performance computing is central to so many areas of science performed by the Institute.
17 Apr 2020
COVID-19: More ways than one to help those who need it most
The James Hutton Institute
“I am really inspired by our staff’s dedication and imaginative ways of helping in these difficult times and leaving no stone unturned. Every small effort helps.”
16 Apr 2020
Launch of SEFARI Fellowship with SNH and SEPA
We are delighted to announce that Kit Macleod from the James Hutton Institute will be undertaking the latest SEFARI Fellowship.
15 Apr 2020
Arable Scotland 2020: coming to a screen near you
The James Hutton Institute
"We hope even more people will be able to engage with the event and that it can collectively be used as a focal point to meet and interact in a virtual way"
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15 Apr 2020
MycoNourish raises funding to improve crop production with innovative customised microbes
The James Hutton Institute
"There are countless microbes that have both positive and negative effects on plant growth. Ensuring that crops are paired with the best ones offers a novel way of improving yields, and over 85% of the world’s crop species could benefit from our technology"
13 Apr 2020
Biodiversity conservation and COVID-19: remember links between healthy ecosystems and human wellbeing
The James Hutton Institute
"This editorial is the product of discussions among conservation scientists from around the world. Our objective is to highlight the short and long-term consequences of this pandemic for biodiversity and for conservation science"
9 Apr 2020
Rowett Institute teams up with fish producer to deliver healthy produce and advice
The Rowett Institute
Nutritionists from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute have teamed up with local fish producer, Sutherland's of Portsoy, to help create healthy grocery boxes.
8 Apr 2020
The James Hutton Institute's response to COVID-19: we will try our hardest to help
The James Hutton Institute
“We are helping to tackle COVID-19 where we can. It can be surprising how we might assist, so please don’t hesitate to ask. We will try our hardest.”
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3 Apr 2020
New SEFARI case study -"Diversity in the Mix: The benefits of biodiversity for sustainable crop production"
How will farms in the future provide the food, fuel & fibre we need while delivering environmental benefits under the conditions of increasingly variable environmental change? Our latest case study by Rob Brooker highlights whether such win-wins are possible.
30 Mar 2020
Latest highlights from the Strategic Research Programme published
SEFARI delivers the Scottish Government funded Strategic Research Programme 2016-2021 (SRP) on agriculture, environment, food and land, providing direct and tangible benefits across diverse issues.
27 Mar 2020
A message from our Chief Executive: we are still available and ready to help
The James Hutton Institute
"We are helping to tackle COVID-19 where we can; it can be surprising how we might help, so please don’t hesitate to ask. We will try our hardest"
27 Mar 2020
Delivering food security and health for East Africa through resilient potatoes
The James Hutton Institute
"Within this project, we aim to identify climate-resilient and disease-resistant potato varieties tailored to potato production systems in Kenya and Malawi"
23 Mar 2020
Water and the Climate Crisis: new OOSKAnews Audience session available
The James Hutton Institute
"Scotland's Hydro Nation Vision builds on the recognition that water is of central importance to the economy of Scotland, both as a sector in its own right and as a critical resource in Scotland’s manufacturing, agriculture, food and drink, tourism and energy sectors"
21 Mar 2020
Coronavirus Update
Due to COVID-19 measures, SEFARI are moving all activities to the virtual environment for the forseeable future. Our intention is to continue exisiting projects and exploring future opportunities as much as feasible during the challenging times ahead.
20 Mar 2020
Soil health: our most prized asset
The James Hutton Institute
"It is fundamental and vital that soil health is appropriately funded and supported if we are to tackle the global challenges that our planet faces"
18 Mar 2020
Social tipping dynamics key to stabilise Earth’s climate by 2050
The James Hutton Institute
"'Social tipping’ describes the rapidly accelerating process of societal transformation that must replace existing incremental approaches if catastrophic climate change is to be avoided"
16 Mar 2020
Exploring the potential of biochar to help farmers and the environment in India
The James Hutton Institute
“We hope this research will realise the value of crop residues and result in better air quality, reduced degradation of soils, improved crop production and additional income to farmers”