Monday, June 29, 2020
New research by James Hutton Institute plant scientists has found that a specific protein encoded by the potato genome is a key component of tuberisation – the process by which the potato plant initiates and develops tubers. The finding is relevant as it provides a key route to increasing productivity of a crop that is consumed globally.
Friday, June 26, 2020
Natural extracts from brown seaweeds native to the UK have been shown to have antiviral properties that could help stop the spread of viral diseases. Researchers at the James Hutton Institute and AIM-listed partners Byotrol plc have been awarded funding to investigate chemical components from brown seaweeds and identify a way to extract them.
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Friday, June 26, 2020
Agricultural scientists of the James Hutton Institute have been awarded £220,000 by Horizon 2020, the European Union’s research and innovation programme, to find ways to promote the adoption of integrated pest management strategies among an EU-wide network of farmers, and help achieve enhanced profitability with low reliance on pesticides.
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Arable Scotland 2020, Scotland's newest field event focussing on arable crops, is taking place online on 2nd July 10:00 am and will major on alternative crops and new markets. Registration for the free event is open at www.arablescotland.org.uk.
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Research funded by Scotland’s Centre of Expertise for Waters, a partnership between the James Hutton Institute and Scottish universities, is examining the potential of wastewater testing to help monitor the spread of coronavirus in Scotland.
Monday, June 22, 2020
The International Association for People-environment Studies (IAPS), currently presided by Dr Tony Craig, head of our Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences department, begins its conference today. The conference theme is “Running out of time: setting the pace for future generations”.
Friday, June 19, 2020
Professor Bob Ferrier, Director of Scotland's Hydro Nation International Centre, has appeared in OOSKAnews' latest aquaNOW Audience to discuss how HNIC is aiming to bring together a critical mass of the Scottish water research community.
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
A research paper co-authored by Moredun and Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland scientists has been named as joint winner of the 2019 3Rs prize, a prestigious award which recognises work that has had a major impact on the replacement, reduction and refinement of the use of animals in research.
Thursday, June 11, 2020
The James Hutton Institute today announced the appointment of Mr Graeme Dickson, former senior civil servant and energy specialist, to its Board of Directors as a non-executive director.
Tuesday, June 09, 2020
The programme for Arable Scotland 2020, Scotland’s newest field event focussing on arable crops, has been announced. The event is taking part online on Thursday 2nd July.
