2020

Potential drugs identified after the discovery of five genes associated with the most severe form of Covid-19.

Early second wave coronavirus cases can be traced to travel from outside Scotland, genetic insights show.

Young beekeepers understand how science can be applied to diagnose disease, with support from researchers.

Teaching toolkit recognised for supporting children to learn about science through research involving animals.

Controlling the number or function of immune cells could protect against deadly brain diseases, a review study concludes.

Research aiming to control deadly poultry viruses will develop tools that simulate their spread and evolution.

Genetic discovery could help develop cattle with resistance to bovine tuberculosis.

Breeding animals for disease resilience would be three times more profitable than breeding based on production traits, study finds.

Researchers provide evidence for a potential new ray species and suggest improvements to conservation approach.

National initiative highlights scientific innovation and collaboration of the Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health.

Research shows how some gut bacteria with long corkscrew-like structures stick to cells and help cause disease.

Genetic code insights pave the way to more accurate research into traits of interest in sheep, such as health and resilience.

Monitoring programmes put into operation to quickly identify localised coronavirus outbreaks.

Reduction and reuse approach could reduce the amount of plastic discarded in a lab by 500kg a year.

Genetic insights will help develop disease-resistant, more resilient and productive sub-Saharan African chickens.

Structural differences in salmon genomes affecting brain genes may explain behavioural changes between wild and domesticated populations.

Understanding of a widespread herpes virus is aided by genetic discoveries about its interaction with immune proteins.

Fast, simple method efficiently edits the genetic makeup of cells of important aquaculture species.

A $3 million study aims to develop computer models to forecast and control avian influenza outbreaks.

The discovery of regions of chicken DNA linked with resistance to Marek’s disease virus could inform ways to help tackle it.

The genetic makeup of water buffalo and cattle responded to breeding for human use in similar ways, study shows.

Five hectares of panels will generate 15 percent of required power, equivalent to that needed to fuel 500 homes.

Fertility of mammals can be restored as they produce sperm derived from donors, research shows.

Programme of workshops to engage African girls with science in the running for Nature Research Award

Roslin scientist awarded inaugural RCVS Knowledge Plowright Prize for research to combat East Coast Fever.

Insights into pig blood cell development could help limit the use of animals for research.

Computer models will be developed to forecast how different pigs grow in diverse conditions.

Frozen reproductive cells hatched by surrogate hens will support the formation of a chicken biobank for breeds of chicken used in research.

A binary switch in the brain regulates the biological changes needed for seasonal living, research has found.

Detailed knowledge of the genetic code of the novel coronavirus could support efforts to develop a vaccine.

Microbial stimulation can overturn age-related decline in cells that are key to fighting infection, a study in mice shows.

Scientists join a multi-million euro consortium seeking treatments for Covid-19 and are optimistic.

Wearing a face mask significantly lowers the risk of spreading Covid-19 to others through speaking and coughing, study suggests.

Coronavirus not easily spread through contact with faeces or urine, studies show.

Professor Appolinaire Djikeng receives the Nelson Mandela Justice award by the UNESCO Center for Peace.

Backing from biotech company Roslin Technologies supports work towards tool to detect trypanosomiasis.

Insight into avian virus highlights its potential to infect commercial flocks.

Method of producing blood cells will provide platform to aid development of vaccines against deadly infections in pigs.

A combination of environmental factors plus pressure on healthcare provision could lead to a further spike in cases.

A free database and biobank on cattle health developed from research in Western Kenya will support further studies.

Surveillance of potentially infectious organisms in wild animals and wildlife products could help limit the likelihood of emerging diseases.

The most accurate map of the genetic code of pigs ever produced paves the way to more precise agriculture and biomedical research.

Scientists join UK project developing methods to track local outbreaks of coronavirus via sewage.

Research underlines the importance of the route of infection for sleeping sickness parasites.

People who have used genetic tests at home are being asked to join research to boost coronavirus fight.

New findings about viral regions in the DNA of chickens could aid productivity for smallholder farms in developing countries.

New treatments for flu could emerge from find of human genes targeted by flu viruses.

A range of face masks could all potentially help reduce Covid-19 transmission, a study shows.

A revised catalogue of cattle DNA highlights genes linked to important livestock characteristics.

Staff volunteers provide essential administrative support to research involving all UK coronavirus patients in intensive care.

Research into the genetic code of Covid-19 patients could help predict severity of the disease.

Machine learning algorithms can identify areas of coronavirus genetic makeup that could be the focus of potential treatments.

Research on the transmission of the coronavirus, critical aspects of the disease and 3D printing of bespoke PPE receive Scottish Government funding.

Roslin scientists are contributing to meeting the challenge of the current coronavirus outbreak.

Partnership seeks to create ambitious companies in animal health, agritech and aquaculture.

Large-scale study finds obesity is linked to increased risk of immune over-reaction.

An online platform developed by Roslin scientists tracks the progress of Covid-19 across Scotland.

A recent review of research highlights how genetics can support development of sustainable aquaculture for global food security.

Receiving gut microbes from resistant chickens does not lessen chickens’ susceptibility to bacterium that causes food poisoning.

Breeding salmon with improved genetic resistance to a common pest is possible by using a cost-efficient technique.

The video of Professor Jayne Hope’s inaugural lecture on ‘TB or not TB? The fight for immunity’ is now live.

Roslin researcher leads study to examine the effect of coronavirus infection.

Poems written by our scientists about their research on viruses, wildlife conservation and dogs

Infections in the gut can accelerate the onset of degenerative conditions.

Large Animal Research and Imaging Facility builds on animal science expertise at Easter Bush campus.

Effective use of existing farm diagnostic tools and more accurate tests could help identify early stage disease, a survey found.

The global conference will explore opportunities for innovation in agriculture.

Leaky vaccines can help prevent transmission of Marek’s disease, chicken study finds.

Bone strength in chickens that produce eggs could be improved thanks to discovery of a key gene.

A comic book inspires young people about the role of genetics research in improving milk production in sub-Saharan Africa.

Professor Bruce Whitelaw will serve as Interim Director of the Roslin Institute.

Resistance to a deadly disease in Tilapia fish is mainly caused by genetic differences between families of the same fish.

Roslin scientists are contributing to meeting the challenge of the current coronavirus outbreak.

Gene activity in blood samples can be used to show individual birds’ response against common diseases.

Understanding the role played by a key immune cell could inform the development of vaccines.

Scientists and industry experts examined the need and scope for change in the livestock sector in response to increasing societal and environmental challenges.

A method of sampling tissue could aid research into therapies for chicken lung diseases.

Scientists have identified regions in the cow genetic makeup linked with resilience to tuberculosis disease.

Antimicrobial resistance gene counts did not change in response to antibiotic treatment.

Computer modelling of gene interactions has shed new light on how human genes respond to a virus that causes cancer.

PigBoost tool will enable sustainable data-driven decisions to improve Uganda’s pig production, health, and welfare.

Scientists are collaborating to develop improved breeding selection of small ruminants in tough conditions.

A common, chronic gut disease in ruminants will be the focus of a £1 million study.

Professor Helen Sang has been recognised in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list.

Animal breeding could become more efficient with an approach that combines DNA-editing techniques with new reproductive technologies.