Scientists are seeking to develop chickpeas that can flourish in dry climates, to help some of the world's poorest farmers reliably grow the staple crop.
A study of dog DNA has revealed a genetic mutuation linked to flat face shapes such as those seen in pugs and bulldogs.
An innovation which allows farmers to get timely advice about potato yield and crop values on their smartphones was just one of the cutting-edge developments in Scottish Agri-food showcase.
The Easter Bush Campus welcomed eleven school pupils from Midlothian secondary schools for a week long work experience programme, focusing on the business side of the Campus.
Oyster farmers are set to benefit from a new genetic tool developed by researchers at The Roslin Institute that will help to prevent disease outbreaks and improve yields.
Join the award winning Estates Department team at the University of Edinburgh as a part-time receptionist at the new Roslin Innovation Centre. Two posts are available at 25 hours per week.
The Lothians Monitor Farm is working with researchers from Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) on a three year project which aims to increase the number of pollinators on farm. The team believe that the changes could result in increases to crop yield.
Fresh insights into how the Human Cytomegalovirus replicates could pave the way for new thereapies to stop its spread.
For the first time, The Roslin Institute has a Converge Challenge top 30 finalist with Lissa Herron and Eggcellent Proteins.
Eating insects instead of beef could help tackle climate change by reducing emissions linked to livestock production, research suggests.
Roslin Innovation Centre
The University of Edinburgh
Easter Bush Campus
Midlothian EH25 9RG
