"This study illustrates how rigorous experimental design, coupled with advanced data analysis and modelling expertise, is fundamental to successful scientific discovery" A new study published today in PLOS Pathogens by scientists at the Moredun Research Institute, the University of Edinburgh, Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland and international partners, has shown that a specific toxin produced by naturally-occurring E. coli bacteria helps these bacteria colonise the intestinal tract of cattle and increases transmission of the bacteria to other animals in the herd. More information from
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"Protecting and enhancing our natural capital are amongst the highest return investments we can make" The 42nd TB Macaulay Lecture, given by Dieter Helm CBE, Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford and Fellow of New College, Oxford, on the topic of how to achieve a green and prosperous land in the face of multiple challenges including climate change, is now available to watch online. More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct line), +44 (0)344 928 5428 (switchboard) or +44 (0)7791 193918 (mobile). read more
Cumbernauld project “The resulting film is a visceral account of the group’s experiences during the programme and reveals nuances that would likely be overlooked by standard feedback forms. While not designed to replace other forms of monitoring and evaluation, participatory video could nevertheless be a useful social research tool to demonstrate the impact these types of programmes have on the people taking part” Social scientists based at the James Hutton Institute have pioneered the use of video as a participatory research technique in Scotland, in the context of a project aiming to
As part of the workshop, which was held at the James Hutton Institute, we invited two guest speakers; Paul Fretter (Head of Computing infrastructure for Science, Norwich Bioscience Institutes) and Robert Maskell (UK Director of High-Performance Computing, Intel). Both speakers brought a wealth of real-world experience of using and developing HPC for innovative science. Paul spoke about his experience of running shared high-performance computer resources across multiple science institutes, whilst ensuring to still sit on the “same side of the bench” as the scientists, while Robert gave
"We'd love to hear what you think of it, so please send us your comments" The latest issue of Hutton Highlights, our quarterly review showing how Hutton science is driving the sustainable use of land and natural resources, is now available from our Hutton Highlights pages. Read in our September 2019 issue: Related content Hutton Highlights More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct line), +44 (0)344 928 5428 (switchboard) or +44 (0)7791 193918 (mobile). read more
"The first step is to gain a solid understanding of 'the game' – the variables involved and the context – and then identify the main stakeholders in the digitisation landscape" A new research project involving the James Hutton Institute is aiming to improve the capacity of society and political bodies to respond to the challenges that digitisation generates in rural areas, agriculture and forestry, and provide a comprehensive assessment of opportunities and threats. More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct line), +44 (0)344 928 5428
“Many possibilities for collaboration were identified, both for establishing research collaborations and for enhancing capacity building in Peru. These activities should provide enhanced prospects for improving food security in the country and beyond” A recent workshop co-organised by the Earlham Institute and the Catholic University of Santa MarĂa gathered plant scientists from Peru and the UK to discuss the application of 'omic' technologies for the research of crop biodiversity in Peru and the UK. Related content Cell and Molecular Sciences Glenn Bryan More information from: Bernardo
Opening Address: Roseanna Cunningham MSP Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform Keynote speakers: Susan Watt - Journalist, writer, broadcaster Andy Kerr - Climate-KIC Andrew Millar FRS - Chief Scientific Advisor, Scottish Government Emily Shuckburgh OBE - Cambridge Centre for Climate Change Mitigation Research The symposium will focus on three challenge areas: Gathering Evidence: mosaic of underpinning research advancing earth system forecasting Assessing Relevance: issue-dependent evidence base needed for policy and regulation Designing Solutions: design and