Latest News for 2010

DNA fingerprinting comes to the aid of the Hogmanay dram

Work done by crop scientists at SCRI, Scotland's world-leading research institute based at Invergowrie near Dundee, could help the whisky industry to remain as one of the top Scottish exports. Read more

Published on 29 December 2010 in Sustainability and Communities


News Articles for 2010

Impressive returns from government investment in Moredun science

A recently published independent economic impact study has shown that for every £1 of funding Moredun Research Institute received from the Scottish Government's Rural and Environment Scientific Research Programme 2005-2010, Moredun's research generated £5 for the Scottish economy. Read more

Published on 27 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

'Win Wins' on Animal Welfare

SAC Welfare Researchers work with Economists to Show Raised Standards Deliver for Livestock, Consumers, and Farmers. Read more

Published on 20 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

Big turnout at Rural Scotland in Focus

More than 100 people attended the recent SAC Rural Scotland in Focus event in Edinburgh which examined how local action can improve health and wellbeing in rural communities. Read more

Published on 16 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

Don't Forget Rural Scotland's Crucial Role, SAC Tells Politicians

As the May 2011 Scottish Parliamentary election approaches, SAC is working to ensure that rural issues are placed high on the agendas of campaigning politicians with the launch of its new publication, Helping a Changing World. Read more

Published on 16 December 2010 in Sustainability and Communities, Climate, water and energy, Ecosystems and biodiversity, Food, health and wellbeing

Oats could hold the key to a healthier Christmas meal

A study carried out by Aberdeen scientists involving more than 200 volunteers has revealed that eating three portions of whole-grain foods, such as wholemeal bread or porridge, every day can lower the risk of developing cardiovascular disease because blood pressure is significantly reduced. Read more

Published on 10 December 2010 in Food, health and wellbeing

Scottish research praised

Scientist Heather Reid OBE, speaking at a knowledgescotland news briefing, has paid tribute to the benefits Scottish Government funded research brings to the economy. Read more

Published on 09 December 2010 Sustainability and Communities , Climate, water and energy , Ecosystems and biodiversity , Food, health and wellbeing

Farmers' views on water protection requested

Farmers and land managers in the River Dee area are invited to attend a free event exploring the obstacles facing those who wish to take actions to help the water environment. Read more

Published on 05 November 2010 Climate, water and energy , Food, health and wellbeing

Mind the Gap - new web resource launched

'Mind the Gap' aims to provide an introduction for early-career scientists to the interface between science and policy, and its importance to both parties. Read more

Published on 21 October 2010 Sustainability and Communities , Climate, water and energy , Ecosystems and biodiversity , Food, health and wellbeing

ENLIGHTENMENT exhibition - on tour throughout Scotland

Since its launch in March this year the critically acclaimed photography exhibition, ENLIGHTENMENT: The Art of Science has gone from strength to strength. Read more

Published on 27 September 2010 Sustainability and Communities , Climate, water and energy , Ecosystems and biodiversity , Food, health and wellbeing

The impact of rising wheat prices

How the rising price of wheat might global affect food costs is discussed in a new overview from SAC's Rural Policy Centre. Read more

Published on 31 August 2010 Sustainability and Communities , Climate, water and energy , Ecosystems and biodiversity , Food, health and wellbeing

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