Our people

In the our people section, you will find profiles of our staff members, showcasing their professional backgrounds, research interests, and contributions to the Institute’s goals.

We invite you to explore these profiles to learn more about the talented individuals who make The James Hutton Institute a leader in environmental and agricultural research. At the heart of our Institute is a fantastic team of scientists, researchers, and support staff, each bringing their own unique skills and passion to the organisation.

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Wakene Negassa

Soil chemist
T: 01224395118

Claire Newman

Research Assistant
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Jason Owen

Head of Technical Support Group

Dr Eulyn Pagaling

Senior Environmental Microbiologist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Helen Pendlowski

XRD Lab Manager
T: +44 (0)1224 395357

Martina Picmanova

Research Scientist

Dr Paul Quinn

Senior Scientist

David Riach

Field Research Scientist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

James Sample

Honorary Associate
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Sandra Smith

Research Assistant (Organic)

Derek Stewart

Director of the Advanced Plant Growth Centre
T: +44 (0)1382 568778

Laura-Jane Strachan

Head of Electron Microscopy

Fiona Sturgeon

ICP Section Lead
T: +44 (0)1224 395351

Marc Stutter

Senior Scientist
T: +44 (0)1224 395162

Caroline Thomson

Sub contracts officer and agile policy centre administrator
T: 01224 395369
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