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The James Hutton Institute supports the Technician Commitment
Tuesday, June 06, 2017

James Hutton Institute backs Technician Commitment

The James Hutton Institute has joined more than 30 academic and research organisations from across the UK to back a pledge to support their technicians.

Potato Story display
Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Third gold for Potato Story at Chelsea Flower Show

The Potato Story, an exhibit without a single bloom, has won an unprecedented third gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show.

Heather burning at Glen Gairn (c) James Hutton Institute
Tuesday, May 30, 2017

What will become of Scotland's moors?

Research by James Hutton Institute scientists to explore issues associated with land use in Scotland has been featured in the May 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine.

James Hutton Institute logo
Thursday, May 25, 2017

Four new appointments to James Hutton Institute board

The James Hutton Institute has announced four new non-executive Board appointments, combining understanding and perspectives of the environment, agriculture and food.

Bere barley plots (c) James Hutton Institute
Thursday, May 25, 2017

Understanding heritage barley for a more sustainable future

Scientists from the James Hutton Institute, together with growers, land managers, funders, industry representatives, regulators and policy makers, will meet to discuss how bere barley can help provide value for Scotland and solve global problems.

Fascination of Plants 2017 logo
Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Come and experience the power of plants on Plant Power Day

As part of the international Fascination of Plants programme of activities, the James Hutton Institute and the University of Dundee are hosting an event that will showcase the power of plants.

Professor Tim Jackson (courtesy)
Monday, May 15, 2017

Professor Tim Jackson announced as speaker of 40th TB Macaulay Lecture

Renowned author and sustainability expert, Professor Tim Jackson, has been announced as the speaker of the 40th TB Macaulay Lecture, to be held in October.

James Lindsey at Ecology of Commanster [CC BY-SA 2.5 (creativecommons.org)]
Tuesday, May 09, 2017

Habitat and wildlife conservation plans need to consider Lyme disease risk

New research by a team including Professor Lucy Gilbert has found that some types of conservation action could increase the abundance of ticks, which can transmit Lyme disease.

Golden Promise barley ears (courtesy Bill Thomas)
Tuesday, May 02, 2017

Genetic secrets of Golden Promise barley unlocked

Researchers from the International Barley Hub, working with industry partners, have identified genes linked to specific traits of barley variety Golden Promise.

Potato leaves showing blight infection (c) James Hutton Institute
Monday, May 01, 2017

Late blight pathogen boosts potato growth to switch off immunity

An international research effort featuring scientists from the James Hutton Institute and the University of Dundee has shed light into how the late blight pathogen manipulates plant growth to boost infection levels.

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