2022

Evolutionary study of bacteria that cause a common infection of cattle reveals their origin and spread via ocean trade links, shedding light on modern-day disease.

Research into fish and shellfish responses to health and environmental pressures could inform breeding strategies to help produce sustainable, quality protein.

Roslin Director appointed to Scottish Scientific Advisory Council, to support work of national Chief Scientific Adviser.

Detailed analysis of shellfish species points to heritable factors linked to shell colour and markings.

Regular analysis of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease could help measures to limit the spread of infection.

Studies involving sheep demonstrate potential benefits of enzyme replacement therapy for neurological disease with no cure.

Imaging procedure to measure bone quality in live birds provides a reliable, efficient way to inform selection of laying hens.

Scientists determine processes by which metformin therapy can protect against calcification of cells in blood vessel walls.

Milestone achieved in mass effort to safeguard humans from world’s deadliest disease.

Five-year, US$17.4m funding enables Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health to focus on bringing research-driven benefits to farmers in low- and middle-income countries.

Digital, open-source system targets the haulage sector as a key source of Covid-19 infection spread.

Genetic code findings could help produce larger, healthier shellfish.

Understanding the natural process that limits the impact of neurodegenerative conditions could help develop therapies.

Analysis of chicken genes highlights possible variants linked to innate immunity against damaging viral infections.

Local high school pupils to benefit from educational facility within University site.

Long-term study of Labrador health highlights impact of pandemic restrictions.

EPIC team secures tranche of five-year Scottish Government support for research into animal disease outbreaks.

£1.5 million government funding will support research into bird flu outbreaks.

Routine eye screening combined with genetic data could offer insight into individual’s heart health and risk of illness.

An economic report has outlined the contribution of the Institute to the local, national and international economies.

Insights into immune processes show how virus can be retained in the bodies of infected animals and cause persistent infection.

Beekeeping pupils learn to use large amounts of data and scientific methods to diagnose disease in their bees.

Data-driven, One Health approach puts Goa on target to eliminate disease and save lives.

A multi-million pound research programme aims to tackle lung infections and future pandemics.

UK Research Excellence Framework results affirm outstanding research environment and impact on society.

A consultation in the UK will investigate public concerns and hopes related to changing the DNA of farmed animals.

International experts will share expertise at the European Conservation Genetics Meeting 2022 in Edinburgh.

Defra Minister discusses data-driven innovation and capability of genetic technologies at the Easter Bush Agritech Hub.

Researchers engage with sector on transformation of animal agriculture.

A section of DNA found to protect native African cattle against East Coast fever could safeguard breeds introduced to the region.

Dr Jessica Martin has been named Early Career Researcher of the Year in recognition of her work to minimise animal suffering.

An expert in gene editing has been appointed as Director of the Roslin Institute, with immediate effect.

Co-infection with flu in patients with Covid-19 more than doubles their risk of death, hospital data shows.

Detection of a signature inflammation marker could aid early detection of mastitis in cows.

African fellows’ visit to the Roslin Institute creates opportunity for training, mentorship and strengthening collaboration.

Information on the genetic code of relevant species could help ensure more resilient and sustainable food production in Africa.

£1.7m study aims to identify genetic mechanisms that could make Atlantic salmon resistant to a key parasite.

Roslin brings expertise to UK study seeking to understand and improve immunity in older age.

Genes with links to critical illness offer routes to investigate novel treatments.

Combining gene technologies with vaccination could eliminate certain livestock diseases in less than six years, a modelling study suggests.

Scientists identify mechanism linked to decreased muscle development in pigs and potentially in humans.

Details of African and European cattle DNA incorporated into globally relevant reference genome.

Researchers aim to pinpoint non-gene components in DNA linked to production and welfare traits in cattle, gaining insights across species.

Approach to tracking drug resistance in people and livestock gets international recognition.

Simple, cost-effective technique of freezing reproductive cells can help secure food production in tropical countries.

Newly developed techniques to study a key immune cell will support research towards managing infection in chickens.

Bacteria with antibiotic resistance infected wildlife centuries ago, DNA family tree shows.

Novel technique can help understand how bugs interact with immune cells to infect livestock.

Analysis of the genetic code of pigs provides insights into muscle growth to inform breeding selection.