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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Carla Barlagne

Rural & Agricultural Economist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Lynne Batik

IT Analyst

Dr Micha Bayer

Bioinformatics Specialist

Joan Beaton

Ecologist

Dr Lucy Beattie

Social scientist in sustainable farming systems
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Graham Begg

Head of Agroecology group
T: +44 (0)1382 568817

Dr Naomi Beingessner

Social Scientist in Land Tenure and Governance
T: +44 (0)344 928 5308 (*)

Matteo Bell

Media Officer

Dr Clara Benavent Celma

Research Scientist (Microbiology)

Fiona Bender

Research Assistant

Glyn Bengough

Honorary Associate
T: +44 (0)1382 568792

Damian Bienkowski

Post Doc Researcher
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Nick Birch

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

Paul Birch

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

Helaina Black

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

Kirsty Blackstock

Qualitative Social Scientist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Dr Maricela Blair

Hydro Nation Policy Officer
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