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"We are using a range of equipment to survey non-destructively the canal to identify priority search areas" Professor Lorna Dawson, a forensic soil scientist based at the James Hutton Institute, has joined a team of Police Scotland detectives as they commence a full scientific examination of a site in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire as part of the investigation into the disappearance of 11-year-old Moira Anderson. Related content Environmental and Biochemical Sciences Soil forensics Lorna Dawson More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224 395089 (direct

“Initially UNITE fulfilled the needs for a small group of researchers with a common interest in Nordic forests. But now it is used by researchers all over the world in a huge range of ecosystems." Fungi are immensely important to humanity and the planet we live on. They belong to their own kingdom, provide powerful medicines including antibiotics, regulate many processes in soils and also provide society with numerous food and drink staples. However, in spite of their extraordinary impact, scientists are still largely ignorant of the true diversity of fungi on Earth, with estimates ranging

“I found the course an excellent opportunity to connect with others working with lipids" Lipids are an essential ingredient in a variety of industries including food and drink, health and biosciences, and play a fundamental role in biological functions such as storing energy, signaling and the structuring of our cell membranes. A course offered by our commercial subsidiary, James Hutton Limited, shed light into the chemical, biological and analytical aspects of lipids, and included lectures and input from four leading experts in the field. Related content Mylnefield Lipid Analysis More

"Dr Nijnik shared knowledge developed at the Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences Group under Work Package 1.4 of the Strategic Research Programme supported by the Scottish Government" Ecosystem services – the flows of resources such as clean air, water, food, materials and mental restoration generated by the interaction of humans and nature – are the subject of significant research efforts by scientists throughout Europe and the world, including colleagues at the James Hutton Institute. Related content Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences Maria Nijnik Kirsty Blackstock More

Moredun organised a workshop for farmers this week (Wednesday 8th March) to demonstrate the links between better disease control and improved economic return both in terms of production costs and return on sale. The workshop was by Principal Investigator Dr Dave Bartley in partnership with Speyside Veterinary Centre and Scotland’s Rural College, and supported by The Crown Estate Scotland Portfolio.

Professor Lee Innes, a renowned scientist and Moredun’s Director of Communications, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

"The incredible geological history and stories embedded in these soils are both exhilarating to imagine, and remarkable to respond to. They really are living geological history" Samples from Scotland’s National Soil Archive hosted at the James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen have been used for the art/science project Geologic Intimacy (Yu no Hana) by artist Ilana Halperin, which highlights the historical connections between Japan and Scotland. Related content Environmental and Biochemical Sciences Allan Lilly More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez-Salcedo, Media Manager, Tel: +44 (0)1224

Congratulations to Professor Lee Innes, Moredun’s Director of Communications, who received an award for Outstanding Contribution to Knowledge Exchange at the prestigious Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards.

“I am delighted to welcome our new board members who will bring key skills and knowledge to continue moving the James Hutton Group forward" The James Hutton Institute today announced the appointment of Mr Archie Gibson, a leading ambassador for Scottish agriculture, to its Board of Directors as a non-executive director. Mr Gibson is the executive director of Agrico UK Ltd, a company dedicated to the introduction and multiplication of potato varieties for all industry segments. He is also chairman of the Food and Drink Federation of Scotland and a member of the FDF Executive Committee. He has

“Tracking species enables ecologists to understand more about where they feed, where they go and the types of habitats they use. All this helps us conserve and provide the right habitats for them.” Scotland’s environment faces many challenges including a changing climate, invasive species, pollution and changes in the way our land and seas are managed, and ecological research is at the heart of solutions to help policymakers, researchers and land managers cope with these issues. That was the takeaway message of a gathering of leading ecologists and MSPs as part of Scottish Environment Week, an