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SUMMARY:Potatoes in Practice 2025
DESCRIPTION:Potatoes in Practice (PiP)\, will take place on Thursday 7 August 2025 at The James Hutton Institute’s Balruddery Farm in Invergowrie\, near Dundee. Hosted by The James Hutton Institute\, in partnership with the SRUC (Scotland’s Rural College) and Agrii\, the event will showcase a variety of demonstrations\, cutting-edge research\, trade exhibits\, and a wealth of knowledge from experts in the field – making it a must-visit for those in the potato industry. \nFrom commercial breeders introducing new varieties\, to agronomists demonstrating advancements in crop protection and researchers on hand to discuss their most recent findings; visitors will have access to a wealth of scientific knowledge and expertise. \nPotatoes in Practice is an annual initiative aimed at fostering learning and agricultural innovation. \nOur mission is to facilitate the adoption of practices that enhance sustainability and resilience in farming. \nKeep updated via the Potatoes in Practice website – https://pip.hutton.ac.uk/exhibitor and on social media for updates on the event programme\, seminars\, speakers and much more. \n \nExhibitor booking now open for 2025\nExhibitor bookings for Potatoes in Practice 2025 are now open. \nIf you are interested in exhibiting please submit your booking form via the Potatoes in Practice website – https://pip.hutton.ac.uk/exhibitor. \nAll key information about exhibiting can be found in the Exhibitor Information Pack. \nKey deadlines\n\nSubmit booking forms for field plots and working machinery demos | 28 February 2025\nSubmit field plot treatment forms (one per plot) | 28 February 2025\nDeliver seed and materials for field plots | 7 March 2025\nSubmit booking forms for outdoor and static machinery spaces | 1 May 2025\nSubmit company Safety documents | 30 May 2025\nRegister staff working on your stand | 24 July 2025\n\n*Late entries may not be accepted and will incur additional fees.\nKeep updated via the Potatoes in Practice website – https://pip.hutton.ac.uk/exhibitor and our social medias for updates on the event programme\, seminars and speakers.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/potatoes-in-practice-2025/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, Balruddery Farm\, Invergowrie\, Dundee DD2 5LJ\, Balruddery Farm\, Invergowrie\, DD2 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Murder at the Boutique Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Part of Aberdeen Science Festival – TechFest\nThere has been a murder at the Boutique Hotel. Explore the Lego® crime scene and use forensic science to catch the culprit. Presented by Prof Lorna Dawson and the SCAnDi team\, The James Hutton Institute. Learn about different types of biological evidence commonly recovered from crime scenes from our experts. This workshop will guide you through the crime scene where you will use forensic science to gather evidence and build a matching DNA profile to our suspects\, which one will match the culprit? \nThis content may include explicit material. Viewer discretion is advised. The intention is not to offend but to provide information. All scenarios and images are fictional and created for an informative reason. Proceed only if you are comfortable with potentially sensitive topics. \nOnly participating child requires ticket but must be accompanied by an adult. \nSuitable for 12+
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/murder-at-the-boutique-hotel/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, The James Hutton Institute\, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen\, AB15 8QH
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SUMMARY:From crime scene to court
DESCRIPTION:Part of Aberdeen Science Festival – TechFest\nUsing single cell sorting\, Artificial Intelligence\, 3D printing and whole genome sequencing\, SCAnDi have created a new approach to identify suspects from mixed samples when only trace amounts of biomaterial can be recovered from a crime scene. Join leading forensic scientist Prof Lorna Dawson and the SCAnDi team for an interactive forensic investigation to determine the who\, what\, where and when as we explore the future of CSI. \nThis event is to be compered by Detective Inspector Fiona Stalker\, BBC\, who is leading the crime investigation. \n18+
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/from-crime-scene-to-court/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, The James Hutton Institute\, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen\, AB15 8QH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T091247Z
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SUMMARY:Using virtual reality to support a Just Transition
DESCRIPTION:Part of Aberdeen Science Festival – TechFest\nThe International Land Use Study Centre at The James Hutton Institute proposes a STEM-focused evening event showcasing cutting-edge research in land use and environmental science. This event will showcase the new facilities offering opportunities for participants to participate in scientific experiments using virtual reality. The event will highlight how the Centre is supporting a Just Transition for the North East of Scotland through social and technological innovations\, and their implications for sustainable land and soil management. Refreshments included.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/using-virtual-reality-to-support-a-just-transition/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, The James Hutton Institute\, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen\, AB15 8QH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T153000
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SUMMARY:Climate Positive Farming – Taster day at Glensaugh
DESCRIPTION:Part of Climate Week North East (CWNE)\nJoin the team behind the Climate-Positive Farming Initiative at Glensaugh\, for a farm walk and indoor displays to learn more about our research actions to address the climate and biodiversity crises\, with transformative farming and technological innovations. \nAs you walk with our team up the glen\, over the moor and through the fields\, you can find out all the muddy details about restoring our peatlands\, addressing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\, integrating trees and wildlife on the farm\, natural flood management\, managing farmland for beneficial insects and much more. The guided farm walk is followed by an indoor displays with coffee and tea\, during which the Hutton team will discuss specific projects and answer your questions. \nEach walk will take about 90 minutes\, covering 3k in distance\, and there will be some steep inclines on the trail\, so be sure to bring your hiking boots. The farm walk is family friendly\, however the route is not accessible for wheeled transport users – such as pushchairs\, wheelchairs\, motorised scooters. \nThis event will consist of 2 different tours of Glensaugh farm at the available time slots: \n\n25th September at 10:00AM\n25th September at 2:00PM
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/climate-positive-farming-taster-day-at-glensaugh-2/
LOCATION:Glensaugh\, Glensaugh\, AB30 1HB
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T193000
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SUMMARY:46th TB Macaulay Lecture - with Kate Raworth
DESCRIPTION:The TB Macaulay Lecture is delivered in partnership by the Macaulay Development Trust and The James Hutton Institute. It aims to connect scientific evidence with civic society on the big issues affecting our land and people and specifically to reach those who influence and make decisions on policy. \nSpeaker biography \nKate Raworth is an ecological economist and creator of the Doughnut – a concept that aims to meet the needs of all people within the means of the living planet – and co-founder of Doughnut Economics Action Lab. Her internationally best-selling book Doughnut Economics: seven ways to think like a 21st century economist has been translated into over 20 languages and has been widely influential with diverse audiences\, from the UN General Assembly and Pope Francis to Extinction Rebellion. \nKate is a Senior Teaching Fellow at Oxford University’s Environmental Change Institute and Professor of Practice at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Over the past 30 years\, Kate’s career has taken her from working with micro-entrepreneurs in the villages of Zanzibar to co-authoring the Human Development Report for UNDP in New York\, followed by a decade as Senior Researcher at Oxfam. She holds a first-class BA in Politics\, Philosophy and Economics\, and MSc in Economics for Development\, both from Oxford University and has honorary doctorates from the University of York\, University College Dublin\, KU Leuven\, and Business School Lausanne. \nProgramme: \n\n1700-1800: Pre-lecture exhibition\n1800-1930: 46th TB Macaulay Lecture\n1930–2100: Post-lecture reception\n\nBackground to the TB Macaulay lecture \nThe annual TB Macaulay lecture is held to honour the vision of Dr Thomas Bassett Macaulay\, President and chairman of the Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada\, whose benefaction founded the original Macaulay Institute for Soil Research in 1930. He was a descendant of the Macaulays from the Island of Lewis and his aim was to improve the productivity of Scottish Agriculture. This vision continues today in its successor the James Hutton Institute\, a world-leader in land\, crop\, water\, environmental and socio-economics science.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/46th-tb-macaulay-lecture-with-kate-raworth/
LOCATION:Edinburgh International Conference Centre\, 150 Morrison Street\, Edinburgh\, EH3 8EE
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251127T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095608
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SUMMARY:Scottish Society for Crop Research SSCR Winter Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:Scottish Society for Crop Research (SSCR) Winter Meeting 2025\nConnecting researchers\, farmers\, agronomists\, and industry professionals to advance crop research and sustainable agriculture in Scotland. \nThe SSCR is a non-profit society that connects researchers\, farmers\, agronomists\, and industry professionals to advance crop research and sustainable agriculture in Scotland. It operates through sub-committees focused on: combinable and energy crops; soft fruit; and potatoes.\nThe introduction of this Winter Meeting aims to serve as a late-afternoon\, informal\, and social (‘high-tea’) opportunity for members to meet face-2-face and discuss the activities of the Society. It is also an important opportunity for the Management Committee and Trustee’s to hear directly the perspectives of its members – since these are critical to informing future applied-research goals. \nThe meeting is free for members\, and potential members too. Members who can attend are encouraged to bring along other farmers or farming-linked stakeholders who may also consider joining the society. \nMeeting agenda\n12:00 – Arrival. Registration and networking \n12:30 – Lunch \nLunch will be followed by three short presentation and discussion sessions – one for each of the Societies ‘Crop Sub-Committees’/ The three Crop Sub-committees are: \n– combinable and energy crops \n– fruit crops \n– potatoes \nFor each Sub-Committee slot: a guest speaker will make a brief presentation and this will be followed by free and open discussion among the members. \n17:00 – End. \nReserve a spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-society-for-crop-research-winter-meeting-2025-tickets-1687847069019?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/scottish-society-for-crop-research-sscr-winter-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, The James Hutton Institute\, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen\, AB15 8QH
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SUMMARY:Hutton Hub Open Day Wednesday 10th December
DESCRIPTION:The James Hutton Institute is inviting the local community to its new\, state-of-the-art Hutton Hub.\n\n\n\nThe Hutton Hub\nThe multi-million-pound development offers a space for academics\, businesses and the public to collaborate and use cutting-edge technology to help the north-east achieve a Just Transition to Net Zero. \nFinanced by the Scottish Government’s Just Transition Fund\, the Macaulay Development Trust and the UK Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology\, the Hutton Hub features top-of-the-range technology and facilities which are open to hire for businesses and the public. \nThe event\nJoin us for a vibrant\, interactive community open event. Connect with our scientists\, experience our brand-new new facilities firsthand and enjoy a selection of hot seasonal drinks and treats. \nOur researchers will be on hand throughout the event—ready to chat\, answer questions\, and share the impactful work happening at The James Hutton Institute. \nHear engaging talks from our scientists about the development of the Hutton Hub and the projects currently underway. \nBe among the first to step inside our brand-new café\, which is now open to the public\, and get an exclusive look at our state-of-the-art facilities\, designed to empower innovation and scientific collaboration. \nExplore our cutting-edge immersive suite. From scientific visual environments to hands-on interactive displays or dive into virtual reality with our VR headsets. \nThis event is free to attend. \n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/hutton-hub-open-day-wednesday-10th-december/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, The James Hutton Institute\, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen\, AB15 8QH
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SUMMARY:Arable Futures
DESCRIPTION:Arable Scotland launches a new initiative to share insights\, challenges and aspirations across the Scottish arable farming sector\, Arable Futures.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nArable Scotland is Scotland’s leading event for knowledge exchange bringing together the key players in the arable sector. The event is facilitated by The James Hutton Institute in collaboration with supporting organisations including the Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)\, Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)\, SEFARI Gateway\, and the Scottish Society for Crop Research (SSCR). \nThis free event is for anyone involved in the industry supply chain from growers right through to processors and to everyone interested in the sector\, including those at early career stage. \nFour interactive sessions will bring together people involved in arable supply chains\, farming and ‘value addition’ to delve into the big questions: \n  \nWhat the future holds for the arable industry \nNatural capital futures and benefit-risk sharing across the sector \nWhat are the Future crops for climate resilience \nWhich Future skills will be needed in the arable sector \n  \nThe first three sessions are geared towards the fourth session\, with a final wrap up session to decide actions that can be taken – and assigned to interested parties in the room – to secure future sustainability and confidence. Pre-set overarching questions primed for the room\, will be complemented by discussion points and questions submitted in advance and on the day. \nThe event aims to create an inclusive safe space for discussions about the future of the Scottish arable sector\, reflecting the voices within and across generations. It will develop a shared understanding of what the future holds\, challenge us to question how the sector responds\, and identify actions that could be taken to create future resilience. \n  \nEvent programme \n8.30 am: Refreshments on arrival \n9.30 am: Welcome by Professor Colin Campbell\, Chief Executive\, The James Hutton Institute \n9.35 am: Session 1 – ‘What the future holds’for the arable industry \n10.35 am: Refreshment break \n11.05 am: Session 2 – ‘Natural capital futures’ \n12.05 pm: Lunch \n1.30 pm: Session 3- ‘Future crops’ for climate resilience \n2.30 pm: Refreshment break \n3 pm: Session 4 – ‘Future skills’ for the arable sector \n4 pm: Wrap up and summary \n4.30 pm: Close \n  \n\nPlease see the Eventbrite link to reserve a spot \n\n\n  \n\n\n\nEvent Registration – Privacy Notice \nBy registering for this event you understand we will use your personal data to process your registration and to communicate with you about the event. \nIf you have any questions contact events@hutton.ac.uk. \nFor more information about what we do with personal data and your rights under Data Protection legislation\, please see our privacy notice: http://www.hutton.ac.uk/privacy-notice. \nAccessibility note \nWe aim to make events as accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility requirements or questions about how we can support you in attending our events\, please contact The James Hutton Institute’s event team at events@hutton.ac.uk. \nPhotography/filming \nPlease note that the event organiser and events partners will be taking photographs/filming during this event. The photographs/video recordings may be used for publicity\, promotional and business development purposes in print and digital media formats including publications\, reports\, tenders\, websites\, promotional material and social media. If you have any concerns\, please contact events@hutton.ac.uk.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/arable-futures/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, Balruddery Farm\, Invergowrie\, Dundee DD2 5LJ\, Balruddery Farm\, Invergowrie\, DD2 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:SSCR Potato Winter Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:The SSCR is a non-profit society that connects researchers\, farmers\, agronomists\, and industry professionals to advance crop research and sustainable agriculture in Scotland. It operates through sub-committees focused on: combinable and energy crops; soft fruit; and potatoes. \nThe meeting is free for members\, and potential members too. Members who can attend are encouraged to bring along other farmers or farming-linked stakeholders who may also consider joining the society. \n  \nThe event will be held in person at The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie\, within the Crop Innovation Centre. \n  \nProgramme \n12:00 – Registration and pre-meeting lunch  \nPresentations \n13:00 – Welcome and introduction\nAndy Stevens\, Chair of the SSCR Potato Committee \n13:10 – Update on GB Potatoes\nScott Walker\, CEO\, GB Potatoes \n13:30 – Can chitinivorous microbes really digest PCN eggshells?\nJames Price: The James Hutton Institute \n13:50 – BlackPot: Using Potato DNA to Help Breed Varieties That Resist Blackleg Disease\nSanjeev Sharma\, The James Hutton Institute \n14:10 – Systematic analysis of Potato leafroll virus (PLRV) symptom development in Scottish potato cultivars to produce a guide for rogueing\nEugene Ryabov\, The James Hutton Institute \n14:30 – Refreshment break \n15:00 – Update from Seed Potato Organisation (SPO)\nMike Wilson\, Chair\, Seed Potato Organisation (SPO) \n15:20 – New potato varieties for management of PCN in East Africa\nJohn Jones\, The James Hutton Institute \n15:40 – Factors affecting tuber formation\nRob Hancock\, The James Hutton Institute \n16.00 – National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC)\nIan Toth\, The James Hutton Institute \n16:20 – Final remarks and meeting close \n  \nReserve your spot here.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/sscr-potato-winter-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie\, The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie\, Dundee\, DD2 5DA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T170000
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Science Festival - Hands-On DNA: From Barley to Daffodils
DESCRIPTION:​The Edinburgh Science Festival has launched its 2026 programme under this year’s theme\, Going Global\, running from Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 April. The festival will showcase international innovation and highlight Scotland’s contribution to scientific advances through research\, innovation and its people. \nThe James Hutton Institute is proud to be a Funding Partner once again this year\, contributing the below event to the programme: \n  \nHands on DNA: From Barley to Daffodils – 4 April\nLed by the International Barley Hub (IBH)\, The James Hutton Institute in collaboration with University of Dundee \n\nThis interactive experience brings cutting-edge plant genetics out of the lab and into the festival. Extract DNA\, explore how genes shape visible traits\, and discover the hidden diversity of barley and heritage daffodils.\nSuitable for all ages\, this session offers a fun\, accessible insight into real-world genetic research and discovery.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/edinburgh-science-festival-hands-on-dna-from-barley-to-daffodils/
LOCATION:Grand Gallery\, National Museum of Scotland\, Hawthornden Court\, National Museum of Scotland\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1JF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095609
CREATED:20260324T083523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083416Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Science Festival - Tackling Food Security: One Potato at a Time
DESCRIPTION:​The Edinburgh Science Festival has launched its 2026 programme under this year’s theme\, Going Global\, running from Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 April. The festival will showcase international innovation and highlight Scotland’s contribution to scientific advances through research\, innovation and its people. \nThe James Hutton Institute is proud to be a Funding Partner once again this year\, contributing the below event to the programme: \n  \nTackling Food Security: One Potato at a Time – 8 April\nLed by John Jones \n\nExplore the various varieties and attributes potatoes can have\, and how these are important for growers and markets around the world.\nLearn how new varieties are created\, and the important role this vital research plays in world health. From tackling challenges such as climate change to disease\, see how advancements in technology and research are helping support everyone’s favourite carbohydrate.\nSupported by The James Hutton Institute.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/edinburgh-science-festival-tackling-food-security-one-potato-at-a-time/
LOCATION:Grand Gallery\, National Museum of Scotland\, Hawthornden Court\, National Museum of Scotland\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1JF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095609
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154146Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Science Festival - The Science of Origin
DESCRIPTION:​The Edinburgh Science Festival has launched its 2026 programme under this year’s theme\, Going Global\, running from Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 April. The festival will showcase international innovation and highlight Scotland’s contribution to scientific advances through research\, innovation and its people. \nThe James Hutton Institute is proud to be a Funding Partner once again this year\, contributing the below event to the programme: \n  \nThe Science of Origin – 17 April\nLed by Prof Dame Lorna Dawson \n\n\nJoin Prof Dame Lorna Dawson of The James Hutton Institute and international experts for an interactive event exploring the science of provenance.\nLearn how scientists determine authenticity and link objects or people to places\, including crime scenes. The panel will discuss organised crime\, murders\, illegal mining\, conflict minerals\, gold trading\, wildlife crime and the fossil trade.\nSpeakers include specialists from The James Hutton Institute\, AHK Group\, Reuters\, the Brazilian Federal Police and Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture.\nSuitable for ages 16+\n\nPrices \n\nFull Price – £17.50* \nRegistered Disabled – £13.50* \nRegistered Unemployed – £13.50* \nSenior Citizen – £13.50*
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/edinburgh-science-festival-the-science-of-origin/
LOCATION:Auditorium\, National Museum of Scotland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095609
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SUMMARY:A conversation with Ray Perman
DESCRIPTION:Join our James Hutton Tercentenary celebrations\, we’re pleased to invite you to a talk by Ray Perman.\n“Who was James Hutton and why we named the Institute after him?”\nA conversation with Ray Perman.\n  \n \n  \n\nAs part of our James Hutton Tercentenary celebrations\, we are pleased to invite you to a talk by Ray Perman\, Founding Chair and Honorary Fellow of The James Hutton Institute. \nThe event will be hosted by Professor Colin Campbell\, Chief Executive\, The James Hutton Institute. \n  \nRay is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and brings a wealth of experience across research\, public policy and leadership in Scotland. Ray is the former Director of the David Hume Institute and previously served as a trustee of the Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland and current Chair of Court at the University of St Andrews. An accomplished author\, Ray has written four books\, with his most recent publication James Hutton: Genius of Time\, exploring the life and impact of the father of modern geology. \nFree event  \n\nThis event will take place within the Crop Innovation Centre\, The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie. It will be broadcasted to our Craigiebuckler campus.\nEvent Registration – Privacy Notice \nBy registering for this event you understand we will use your personal data to process your registration and to communicate with you about the event. \nIf you have any questions contact events@hutton.ac.uk. \nFor more information about what we do with personal data and your rights under Data Protection legislation\, please see our privacy notice: http://www.hutton.ac.uk/privacy-notice. \nAccessibility note \nWe aim to make events as accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility requirements or questions about how we can support you in attending our events\, please contact The James Hutton Institute’s event team at events@hutton.ac.uk. \nPhotography\, filming and recording \nThis event is being recorded. The recordings may be used for publicity\, promotional and business development purposes in print and digital media formats including publications\, reports\, tenders\, websites\, promotional material and social media. Due to the sensitivity of the camera equipment we cannot guarantee that your image will not be recorded. If you have any concerns\, please contact events@hutton.ac.uk. \nThis recording will be made available on The James Hutton Institute’s Youtube platform following the talk. \n 
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/https-www-eventbrite-co-uk-e-a-conversation-with-ray-perman-tickets-1986437044674msockid1a9d3fcc27dc6e1d23b0297126c56fb9/
LOCATION:The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie\, The James Hutton Institute\, Invergowrie\, Dundee\, DD2 5DA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Plant Power 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nCelebrating Fascination of Plants Day\n  \nPlant Power 2026 is part of the eighth international Fascination of Plants Day\, a global initiative led by plant scientists worldwide under the umbrella of the European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO) \n  \nThe day celebrates the vital role plants play in our lives – from food and medicine to climate resilience and wellbeing – and invites people of all ages to discover why plants matter now more than ever. \nDiscover the power of plants\n  \nWhether you’re curious about nature\, passionate about science\, or simply enjoy being outdoors; Plant Power 2026 is a chance to explore\, learn and be inspired. \nJoin us for a day of free day of family-friendly activities\, conversations and experiences that highlight how plants shape our world – locally and globally. \n  \nWhy plants matter\n  \nFascination of Plants Day highlights the importance of plant science in tackling some of the biggest challenges facing our planet\, including: \n\nSustainable agriculture and food security\nHorticulture and forestry\nPlant‑based products such as paper\, timber\, chemicals\, bioenergy and pharmaceuticals\nEnvironmental conservation and ecosystem protection\n\nThe initiative encourages a deeper understanding of how plants support life on earth – and how plant science helps secure a sustainable future. \nGet involved: share your enthusiasm!\n  \nAlongside welcoming visitors\, Plant Power 2026 is also looking for individuals and organisations who want to take part and help bring the day to life. \nIf you would like to: \n\nIncrease public awareness of plant science\nShare your enthusiasm\, research\, work or experience with plants\nBe part of a global outreach event with a strong local focus\n\n\nThen we would love to hear from:\n\n\nResearchers and scientists\nEnvironmental and community organisations\nEducators and students\nHorticulture\, forestry and land‑based professionals\nAnyone passionate about plants and public engagement\n\nWe are also welcoming volunteers to support the event on the day – and a free lunch will be provided for all volunteers. \nWant to take part or find out more?\n  \nContact: tracy.valentine@hutton.ac.uk
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/plant-power-2026/
LOCATION:Dundee University Botanic Garden Riverside Dr\, Dundee DD2 1QH\, Dundee University Botanic Garden\, Riverside Dr\, Dundee\, DD2 1QH
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SUMMARY:The Legacy of James Hutton (1726–1797): The Spirit of Enlightenment Science
DESCRIPTION:Join Professor Colin Campbell\, Chief Executive\, The James Hutton Institute while he traces James Hutton’s life and intellectual development.\n  \nJames Hutton\, physician\, chemist\, farmer and natural philosopher\, is best known as the founder of modern geology that is the basis of the “Deep Time” of our Earth. Yet his contribution reaches far beyond the rocks of Siccar Point. In his Theory of the Earth\, Theory of Rain\, Elements of Agriculture and the Principles of Knowledge and Reason\, Hutton articulated a profoundly modern vision of science: that nature operates through continuous\, observable processes; that knowledge progresses gradually through evidence and reason; that truth is constantly hampered by error and uncertainty and that human understanding is refined through disciplined inquiry. \nThis online lecture traces Hutton’s life and intellectual development within the Scottish Enlightenment\, examining how his ideas of systems and cyclical processes operated in diverse areas of human physiology\, agricultural experimentation and field observation of rocks and geological strata to a coherent philosophy of nature. It explores how his concept of uniformitarianism reshaped our thinking of a “Dynamic Earth”\, influenced Charles Lyell\, Charles Darwin\, and James Lovelock and helped establish a worldview grounded in process\, system\, and deep time. \n  \nSpeaker: Professor Colin D. Campbell\, Chief Executive\, The James Hutton Institute\nFacilitator: Professor Eric Blair\, Vice President\, Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society\n  \nThe Enlightenment unleashed remarkable advances in science\, industry and human endeavour. Yet it also laid the foundations for extractive economies\, environmental degradation and a separation of humanity from nature that now underpins many of our global challenges. What\, then\, have we learned? How might we recover the spirit of Enlightenment inquiry while avoiding further unintended consequences? \nDrawing on contemporary examples from The James Hutton Institute\, this lecture reflects on how science has evolved—from natural philosophy to system science\, from descriptive “…ologies” to predictive modelling\, and from disciplinary research to integrated sustainability science. It considers how Hutton’s commitment to observation\, systems thinking\, and intellectual humility continues to shape research agendas addressing climate change\, land use\, biodiversity\, soil health and food security. \nThree centuries on\, Hutton’s insights remain vital – not only for understanding the past\, but for guiding a more enlightened future. \n  \nSpeaker Biography \nProfessor Colin D. Campbell\, Chief Executive\, The James Hutton Institute \n  \nProfessor Colin D. Campbell is a soil and environmental scientist and Chief Executive of The James Hutton Institute\, where he has played a central role in advancing interdisciplinary research on land systems\, climate change\, and sustainable resource management. His work focuses on soil ecology\, biogeochemical cycling\, and the interactions between land use and ecosystem function\, contributing to national and international policy discussions on climate mitigation\, biodiversity and sustainable agriculture. \nThroughout his career\, Professor Campbell has championed systems-based approaches to environmental science\, integrating field observation\, experimental research and modelling to address complex challenges facing rural and natural environments. He has led major research programmes and collaborative initiatives linking science\, policy and practice\, and has contributed extensively to advisory panels and strategic development in the UK and internationally. \nAs a long-standing member of the Institute named after James Hutton\, Professor Campbell brings a deep appreciation of Hutton’s intellectual legacy. The institute reflects the enduring spirit of Enlightenment science: rigorous observation\, critical reasoning\, and a commitment to applying knowledge for the public good. \n  \nFacilitator \nProfessor Eric Blair\, Vice President\, Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society \nThis webinar is hosted by The James Hutton Institute and The Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society. \nThe James Hutton Institute is a world‑leading interdisciplinary scientific research organisation delivering excellent\, open and trusted science to help secure the future for people\, nature and the economy. Through multidisciplinary research spanning land\, crops\, water and natural resources\, the Hutton delivers measurable public good by supporting sustainable land use\, climate resilience\, food security and community wellbeing in Scotland and across the globe. Our work—from laboratories to landscape‑scale living labs—helps society respond to the climate and nature crises while strengthening rural communities and resilient economies. We undertake research for clients including the Scottish and UK Governments\, the EU and international partners. We employ just under 500 staff\, support around 100 PhD students\, and have campuses in Aberdeen and Invergowrie\, near Dundee. We are named after the pioneering 18th‑century Scottish Enlightenment scientist James Hutton\, whose ideas laid the foundations of earth systems science through his understanding of deep time\, cycles and the interconnectedness of natural processes. We continue his legacy of integrative\, evidence‑led thinking. More information at www.hutton.ac.uk. \nThe Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society\, founded in 1819\, is a charity that promotes interest in science\, literature and the arts – in the city of Leeds and beyond. The society has been offering a programme of events every year since 1821\, covering a wide range of scientific\, technical\, artistic and cultural topics. \nWe also make small grants to individuals and organisations to support cultural activities that aim to increase understanding\, innovation\, outreach and diversity in Leeds and its immediate area. \nThe Society is constantly looking for new ways to make progress with its aims\, including through collaborations with other scientific\, cultural and educational organisations – in Leeds and in the wider world. \n  \nEvent Registration – Privacy Notice \nBy registering for this event you understand we will use your personal data to process your registration and to communicate with you about the event. \nIf you have any questions contact events@hutton.ac.uk. \nFor more information about what we do with personal data and your rights under Data Protection legislation\, please see our privacy notice: http://www.hutton.ac.uk/privacy-notice. \nAccessibility note \nWe aim to make events as accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility requirements or questions about how we can support you in attending our events\, please contact The James Hutton Institute’s event team at events@hutton.ac.uk. \nPhotography\, filming and recording \nThis lecture will be recorded. \nPlease note that the event organiser and events partners will be taking photographs and filming during this event. The photographs/video recordings may be used for publicity\, promotional and business development purposes in print and digital media formats including publications\, reports\, tenders\, websites\, promotional material and social media. If you have any concerns\, please contact events@hutton.ac.uk.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/the-legacy-of-james-hutton-1726-1797-the-spirit-of-enlightenment-science/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:ESSA Summer School 2026: Introduction to Agent-Based Modelling
DESCRIPTION:About the Summer School\n\nThe ESSA Summer School 2026 will take place from Monday 17 to Friday 21 August 2026 at The James Hutton Institute\, Aberdeen. Led by Gary Polhill\, this one-week intensive course offers an introduction to agent-based modelling (ABM)\, connecting theories of complex systems with practical model design\, programming\, and experimentation in NetLogo. \nParticipants will learn how agent-based models can represent heterogeneous actors\, dynamic environments\, and emergent socio-ecological patterns. The course combines conceptual theory\, coding exercises\, and group projects to help participants understand the purpose\, design\, and implementation of ABMs for socio-environmental systems. \n  \nKey themes include: \n\nComplex systems thinking and agent-based theory\nTranslating conceptual systems into computational models\nProgramming ABMs in NetLogo and developing clear model structures\nSetting up experiments\, analysing results\, and communicating model findings\n\nThe summer school is designed for PhD students\, researchers\, and practitioners interested in modelling socio-ecological systems\, environmental policy\, behavioural dynamics\, and other complex adaptive systems. \nGuest Lecturers\n\nThe summer school will include guest lectures from leading researchers in agent-based modelling\, providing participants with insights into cutting-edge applications and examples of what agent-based models can achieve in empirical and applied research contexts. \n  \nProfessor Alison Heppenstall (University of Glasgow)\nProfessor Alison Heppenstall is Professor of Geocomputation at the University of Glasgow\, where her research focuses on spatial agent-based modelling\, microsimulation\, and computational social science. Her work sits at the interface of geography\, social science\, and data science\, with particular emphasis on modelling complex urban\, social\, and environmental systems. She has contributed extensively to methodological developments in agent-based modelling\, including uncertainty analysis\, data assimilation\, and the integration of machine learning approaches\, and has led and participated in a wide range of interdisciplinary projects applying ABM to real-world policy-relevant questions. \n  \nDr Sarah Wise (University College London)\nDr Sarah Wise is Associate Professor at the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA)\, University College London\, specialising in agent-based modelling and computational approaches to understanding human behaviour in spatial systems. Her research applies ABM to empirical problems such as transport and freight dynamics\, evacuation modelling\, urban mobility\, and public health\, often integrating simulation models with spatial data and open datasets. She has a strong interest in the practical challenges of designing\, implementing\, and scaling agent-based models for applied and policy-relevant research whose work combines programming and agent-based modelling with spatial and urban analytics. Her research uses ABM to study real-world applied problems such as transport\, freight and evacuation dynamics\, and she has written on practical challenges of modelling at different scales.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/essa-summer-school-2026-introduction-to-agent-based-modelling/
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