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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.
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SUMMARY:The James Hutton Institute returns to the Royal Highland Show
DESCRIPTION:The James Hutton Institute and the Rowett Institute\, two of Scotland’s leading research organisations\, will join forces at this year’s Royal Highland Show\, to showcase pioneering work on crops and land use for security\, resilience\, safety and environmental stability as well as the health of humans and animals. \nRunning from Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 June\, the shared stand on 7th Avenue\, will highlight cutting-edge science that underpins sustainable agriculture\, resilient food systems and healthy communities. \n  \nRenowned for its research on crops\, land\, natural resources and rural communities\, the Hutton will focus on its innovation centres that drive resilience and sustainability across agriculture and land use\, such as its National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC) which is future-proofing the potato sector; and the International Barley Hub (IBH) which connects industry-focused research with innovation to deliver immediate impact and long-term sustainability for one of the world’s most important crops. \nThe Hutton’s Climate Positive Farming Initiative (CPFI) at Glensaugh\, which aims for net-zero or net-negative emissions while enhancing natural assets and long-term farm viability\, will be featured. \n  \nThe Rowett Institute\, a global leader in nutrition and health research\, will demonstrate how sustainable diets and food systems can enhance health and wellbeing across society. It will offer a taste of the future – quite literally – thanks to samples of foods featured in its farm-to-fork work on moulding food systems and diets that are healthier both for people and for the planet. \nThere will be a focus on crops such as hemp and barley which have huge potential to reduce imports of soya\, coir and wheat for animal feed as well as in the reformulation of popular baked goods. Innovative ways to grow mushrooms\, a new organic oil\, the benefits of rediscovering our taste for Scottish-caught seafood\, the benefits of oats and the role of friendly bacteria in reducing emissions from farms will also feature. \nIt will look at research that could help reduce the need for fertilisers and crops that can reduce our reliance on imports – as well as hearing from farmers and food producers about the challenges they face and what they need from the science. \n  \nBoth institutes will have tasters on the stand including drinks made from wild edibles\, and barley biscuits and sorbet made from Hutton-cultivated soft fruit. The stand will feature highlights of both institutes’ research\, including where they collaborate on the Scottish Government’s five-year Strategic Research Programme as part of the wider Scottish Environment\, Food and Agriculture Research Institutions (SEFARI) Gateway group. \nTogether\, The James Hutton Institute and the Rowett Institute promise an engaging and informative presence at this year’s Royal Highland Show\, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore how world-class research is shaping a healthier\, more sustainable future. \n  \nWhere else can you find The James Hutton Institute and the Rowett Institute during the Royal Highland Show? \nThe Science of Security for Farming and Food \nHosted by The Rowett Institute\, University of Aberdeen and The James Hutton Institute \nScottish Government Marquee\, Thursday 18 June\, 10.30-11.30 am \nLeading scientists from the Rowett\, Wendy Russell and Karen Scott\, will join the Hutton’s Pete Iannetta and David Thomson from Food and Drink Federation Scotland\, NFU Scotland’s David Michie and others for a panel debate in the Scottish Government marquee to consider how science is helping address the challenges of food security and food prices. \n  \nThe Scottish Farmer’s Big Farm Debates \nThe following debates are sponsored by The James Hutton Institute. \nIs regenerative agriculture the future – or just rebranded common sense?  \nThe Scot­tish Farmer stand on Avenue Q\, Thursday 18th June at 10.00 \nThis debate will feature\, amongst others\, Dr Alison Karley\, Head of Ecological Sciences at the Hutton\, \n  \nAre we woefully underprepared for the next 50 years of climate on Scottish farms?  \nThe Scot­tish Farmer stand on Avenue Q\, Friday 19th June at 10.00 \nWith the Hutton’s Dr Mark Wilkinson\, a flood risk management scientist\, on the panel. \nBoth debates will be delivered and chaired by The Scottish Farmer\, ensuring a well-informed and engaged audience. \n  \nTickets to the Royal Highland Show\, at a reduced rate can be accessed by: \n\n​Following the Friends & Family ticket link​\n\nEnter the code TRADEFF4562 at the top of the page before selecting tickets\n \nOnce the code is applied\, ticket and parking options will appear\n\nPlease note: the code must be entered first\, otherwise tickets may not be visible.
URL:https://www.hutton.ac.uk/event/the-james-hutton-institute-returns-to-the-royal-highland-show/
LOCATION:Royal Highland Centre\, Ingliston\, Edinburgh\, EH28 8NB\, Royal Highland Centre\, Edinburgh\, Ingliston\, EH28 8NB
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