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Exploring the potential of selective breeding in crickets
DATA-BEAST - data infrastructure and workflows for an insect genetics operation
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Sitka Spruced - genomic selection in tree breeding
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Modelling gene drives to suppress an asian hornet population
Modelling gene drives to suppress a varroa population
Modelling gene drives to suppress a grey squirrel population
Modelling gene drives to suppress a mouse population
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Functional role of microRNAs during cytomegalovirus infection
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Defining the interferon response during human cytomegalovirus infection
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Identification of interferon stimulated genes that restrict cross-species transmission of influenza A virus
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Abraham Lee passes his viva, 2019
Animal Genetics Centenary: Mid-Argyll Agricultural Show, Lochgilphead 2019
Edinburgh Infectious Diseases Eighth Annual Symposium, 2019
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Microbiology Society Annual Conference, Belfast 2019
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Artificial intelligence supports pig welfare
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Heart disease insights point to potential therapy
Lab-grown fat cells offer promise for cultivated meat
Lab-grown fat cells offer promise for cultivated meat
Gene-edited pigs approved for US market
Glowing cells offer insight on developmental diseases
Genetic discovery offers resistance to sea bass disease
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Shellfish experts seek to boost mussel production
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Sector network can aid genetic gains in African livestock
Clinical trial of inhaled gene therapy for cystic fibrosis
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Test uses oyster waste to track devastating parasite
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23/04/25 Molluscs’ sense of self underscores fundamental study
01/04/25 One Health and AI approach aims to boost data insights
14/03/25 African partnership advances animal health research
04/12/2024 Advancing marine wildlife conservation through genetics
05/11/2024 Supporting fish farmers through informed breeding
20/02/2024 Facility aids research on diseases of aquaculture species
26/08/2023 Test could transform care for costly cattle disease
26/06/2023 Snapshot of poultry science captured in research chronicle
29/09/2022 Severe bird flu season brings impetus to tackling virus
06/07/2022 - Working towards lice-resistant salmon
16/06/2022 - High-tech facility shows molecules in a new light
22/02/2022 - Pig studies aim to inform dementia treatments
25/11/2021 - Contact tracing offers route to manage bovine TB
07/07/2021 - Sustainable farming in low-income countries
31/03/2021 - DNA insights could help feed the world sustainably
26/02/2021 - Research Focus: New research platforms help understand disease
01/12/2020 - Research supports sustainable growth in fish farming
18/11/2020 - Research Focus: Novel strategies to combat livestock diseases
29/10/20 - Welfare concerns raised over chlorinated chicken
07/09/20 - Lessons from the latest coronavirus
04/05/2020 - Research Focus: Gut bacteria offers clues on animal health
31/03/2020 - Research Focus: Gene insights open doors to scientific advances
17/03/2020 - Research Focus: Expertise supports tropical livestock management
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17/04/2025 Dr Amy Pickering on bacterial infections
06/01/2025 Professor Neil Mabbott on infectious diseases
27/11/2024 Dr Deborah Hoyle on zoonotic diseases and One Health
03/07/2024 Professor Liam Morrison on cattle parasitology
12/06/2024 Professor Paul Digard on understanding flu viruses
11/03/2024 Dr Mark Gray on large animal models of disease
25/01/2024 Dr Kate Sutton on immunology in chickens
03/11/2023 Dr Rachel Owen on parasite diseases in cattle
25/10/2023 Dr Ivan Pocrnic on applying mega-scale data sets to animal breeding
19/09/2023 Dr Lu Lu on diseases that leap from animals to humans
17/08/2023 Professor Ross Fitzgerald on bacterial adaptation
06/06/2023 - Dr James Glover on embryonic patterns
21/04/2023 - Dr Laura Glendinning on studying microorganisms in poultry
23/03/2023 - Dr Pieter Steketee on studying parasites affecting livestock
03/03/2023 - Dr Emily Humble on wildlife conservation and genetics
05/01/2023 - Dr Anthony Wood on data models of Covid-19 vaccine uptake
12/04/2022 - Dr Enrique Sanchez Molano on data analysis
27/01/2022 - James Nixon on management of farm estates
12/01/2022 - Dr Joana Alves on bacterial infections
02/12/2021 - Professor Colin Farquharson on skeletal biology
10/11/2021 - Dr Kellie Watson on improving poultry DNA
14/10/2021 - Dr Cristina Esteves on adult stem cells in domestic species
17/08/2021 - Professor Mick Watson on the livestock microbiome
28/07/2021 - Dr Tom Burdon on studying livestock in a dish
09/06/2021 - Dr James Prendergast on genetics of disease resistant cattle
10/05/2021 - Dr Sara Clohisey on patient genetics in acute illnesses
14/04/2021 - Dr Simon Lillico on gene-edited livestock
22/03/2021 - Dr Eleanor Gaunt on respiratory viruses
24/02/2021 - Dr Oluyinka Opoola on sustainable dairy production
16/02/2021 - Dr Jeffrey Schoenebeck on dog genetics and shapes
05/02/2021 - Dr Nicola Stock on public engagement with science
22/01/2021 - Professor Lonneke Vervelde on chicken health
11/12/2020 - Dr Samantha Lycett on tracking outbreaks
08/12/2020 - Edith Paxton on assisting animal disease research
27/11/2020 - Professor Dan Macqueen on fish health and genetics
03/11/2020 - Dr Abigail Diack on neurodegenerative diseases
22/10/2020 - Dr Tim Bean on oyster health
27/05/2020 - Dr Nicola Lynskey on disease-causing bacteria
20/04/2020 - Dr Joe Rainger on the genetics of birth defects
03/04/2020 - Dr Jessica Martin on farm and lab animal welfare
25/03/2020 - Dr Gregor Gorjanc on breeding, even insects
16/03/2020 - Dr Diego Robledo on disease resistance in fish
09/03/2020 - Dr Jo Stevens on bacteria and the immune system
09/12/2019 - Ruth Bekele on food product development
29/11/2019 - Dr Wude Tsega on tropical livestock production
13/11/2019 - Professor Carl Schmidt on heat stress genetics
25/09/2019 - Professor Rowland Kao on disease transmission networks
06/09/2019 - Professor Simone Meddle on hormones and animal behaviour
28/08/2019 - Professor Ross Houston on aquaculture genetics
13/08/2019 - Professor Ian Dunn on understanding poultry health and welfare
08/08/2019 - Professor Jayne Hope on diseases of cattle
16/07/2019 - Dr Finn Grey on the genetics of virology
05/07/2019 - Dr Tim Regan on human immune cells
22/05/2019 - Dr Xavier Donadeu on stem cells and reproduction
02/04/2019 - Professor Mark Stevens on bacterial disease
26/02/2019 - Dr Jacqueline Smith on the genetics of birds
14/02/2019 - Dr Fiona Houston on transmission of prion diseases
30/01/2019 - Dr Gerry McLachlan on cystic fibrosis
16/01/2019 - Dr Musa Hassan on host-pathogen interactions
18/12/2018 - Prof. Andrea Wilson on the genetics of disease and behaviour
05/12/2018 - Dr Pam Wiener on the genetics of complex traits in animals
19/11/2018 - Positive male role models at the Institute
13/11/2018 - Dr Emily Clark on genes with a function
16/10/2018 - Dr Megan Davey on how embryos grow
09/10/2018 - Celebrating Ada Lovelace: Female computer scientists at Roslin
25/09/2018 - Dr Rob Ogden on Conservation Genetics
11/09/2018 - Dr Andy Law on bioinformatics
20/08/18 - Dr Vicky MacRae on bone formation and calcified arteries
07/08/18 - Professor Helen Sang on the importance of chicken research
24/07/18 - Dr Mark Barnett on the genetics of bees
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2024
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AMR expert network secures funds to tackle resistance
Analysis reveals new resistance gene variation in pet pathogen
Experts examine DNA changes that shaped life on Earth
Genomics study to help retain diversity in UK sheep
Blood tests allow early diagnosis of brain diseases
Insights into bone health to aid poultry welfare
Genetic clues could help breed chickens resilient to flu
Industry alliance targets disease resistance in oysters
2023
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18/12/2023 Rapid blood test detects prion infections
14/12/2023 Funding supports research towards veterinary vaccines
01/12/2023 Wild red deer gene analysis informs management plans
29/11/2023 University and ILRI renew livestock research partnership
20/11/2023 Optimised technique aids research in tough tissues
17/11/2023 Animal research pioneer Dr Gerald Wiener dies at 97
06/11/2023 Modified smallpox vaccine effective against monkeypox
30/10/2023 Data reveals genetic diversity in horses' immune systems
23/10/2023 Summer school focuses on infectious disease research
20/10/2023 £3.3m award supports research into tackling bird flu
10/10/2023 Gene-edited chickens take significant step in bird flu fight
04/10/2023 Cost-efficient analysis helps breed disease-resistant fish
14/09/2023 Spinout company focuses on inhaled gene therapy
11/09/2023 Dolly the Sheep pioneer Ian Wilmut dies
31/08/2023 US$3m bone insight study aims to support hen welfare
21/08/2023 Pig gene is critical for African Swine Fever infection
14/08/2023 TB vaccine protects calves in first weeks of life
10/08/2023 App offers fast method of tracing infectious diseases
07/08/2023 Parasites of viruses drive superbug evolution
03/08/2023 Rapid infection test could curb antibiotic resistance
20/07/2023 Genetic material linked to dairy calf development
30/06/2023 Genetic patterns linked to production traits in key fish species
28/06/2023 Key gene blocks spillover of avian flu to humans
07/06/2023 Epigenetic markers aid understanding of cattle immunity
02/06/2023 Professor Lisa Boden appointed new Head of the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
29/05/2023 Method offers boost to safety profile of live vaccines
25/05/2023 £35.5m investment supports next phase of Roslin research
24/05/2023 Project aims to curb losses from major cattle pest
19/05/2023 Genetic resource can support honey bee breeding
17/05/2023 Human genes linked to life-threatening Covid-19
28/04/2023 Experts advise UK Government on bird flu
24/04/2023 Fellowships recognise leading research talent
11/04/2023 Long-term approach on bird flu is best, study finds
06/03/2023 Multi-species study aids understanding of bird flu
09/02/2023 Gene activity and digit structure define fingerprint pattern
06/02/2023 DNA reference for key fish species aids food security
05/01/2023 Roslin Innovation Centre boosts UK economy
2022
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16/12/2022 Intensive farming and trade drove spread of livestock infection
15/12/2022 Stress insights aid fish and seafood health and welfare
06/12/2022 Expert joins panel advising Scottish Government
23/11/2022 Cockle shell colour governed by region of DNA
11/10/2022 Genetic analysis key to understanding Legionella risk
10/10/2022 Enzyme therapy shows promise for childhood dementia
05/10/2022 Radiography could transform poultry breeding
28/09/2022 Diabetes drug has potential to treat hardened arteries
28/09/2022 Rabies vaccination campaign reaches 2 million dogs
27/09/2022 CTLGH award helps bring genetic gains to smallholders
05/09/2022 Contact tracing tool supports supplies during pandemic
17/08/2022 DNA discoveries could aid oyster success
19/07/2022 Brain immune cell limits impact of degenerative disease
08/07/2022 DNA study could help breed virus-resistant poultry
01/07/2022 Campus to host secondary school with focus on STEM
29/06/2022 Life changed for dogs during lockdown, study finds
28/06/2022 Animal disease centre wins share of £35m funding
16/06/2022 UK scientists join forces to tackle bird flu
14/06/2022 Retinal examination can predict heart attack risk
06/06/2022 - Roslin’s annual global impact approaches £20bn
31/05/2022 - Foot-and-Mouth Disease study may inform long-term vaccines
19/05/2022 - Pupils use big data to monitor bee health
19/05/2022 - Vaccine campaign to free Indian state from rabies
18/05/2022 - Pandemic research team to develop lung disease drugs
12/05/2022 National assessment highlights research excellence
10/05/2022 - Public dialogue to explore views on gene editing
27/04/2022 - Scotland to host conservation genetics conference
26/04/2022 - Ministerial visit to Agritech Hub highlights data potential
22/04/2022 - Stakeholder study seeks to map future of UK livestock
21/04/2022 - Genetic finding could help beat fatal cattle infection
13/04/2022 - Scientist recognised for animal welfare research
04/04/2022 - Pioneering scientist appointed as Director of the Roslin Institute
28/03/2022 - Covid-19 mixed with flu raises risk of severe illness
25/03/2022 - Milk test could spot common dairy cattle disease
22/03/2022 - Partnership aims to tackle antimicrobial resistance
16/03/2022 - Gene insights could aid African food systems
10/03/2022 - Study aims to produce lice-resistant salmon
08/03/2022 - Researchers team up to tackle healthy ageing
07/03/2022 - Gene variants linked to severe cases of Covid-19
28/02/2022 - Gene editing plus vaccines could eradicate disease
25/02/2022 - Gene hampers foetal growth in pigs, study finds
17/02/2022 - Improved DNA reference aids African cattle research
16/02/2022 - Novel approach could aid selective breeding in cattle
10/02/2022 - Plaudits for antibiotic resistance tracking system
25/01/2022 - Low-cost freezing method to safeguard indigenous poultry
18/01/2022 - Cell marker methods aid study of poultry immunity
17/01/2022 - Antibiotic resistance predates modern medicine
14/01/2022 - Stem cell approach to aid study of pig infections
06/01/2022 - DNA offers insights into pig muscle development
2021
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15/12/2021 - Mink farms’ coronavirus outbreak driven by workers
09/12/2021 - Bacterial gene has key role in Legionnaires’ disease
23/11/2021 - TV documentary tells the story of Dolly the Sheep
15/11/2021 - Card game teaches livestock genetics
08/11/2021 - Balloon blow-up helps pupils learn climate science
03/11/2021 - Partners speed development of cystic fibrosis therapy
02/11/2021 - Genetic contact tracing could help curb TB outbreaks
27/10/2021 - Research helps lower emissions from animal farming
19/10/2021 - Expertise to be shared in chicken embryo workshops
18/10/2021 - Genetic tool could improve heat tolerance in cattle
06/10/2021 - Rapid testing system to detect oyster diseases
29/09/2021 - Scientists back plans to progress gene editing regulations
23/09/2021 - Gene editing identifies disease resistance gene in salmon
21/09/2021 - Parasite insight could help treat livestock infection
21/09/2021 - Global network formed to investigate coronaviruses
03/09/2021 - Bacteria insights could advance dog infection treatments
26/08/2021 - Disease and environment drive adaptation in bivalves
05/08/2021 - Protein is key to red blood cell formation
22/07/2021 - Health care access could curb drug resistance in Africa
15/07/2021 - Assessing genetic diversity is vital for nature
14/07/2021 - DNA region linked to disease resistance in tilapia
09/07/2021 - DNA variations linked to severe Covid-19 risk
06/07/2021 - Agreement targets disease-resistant gene-edited pigs
05/07/2021 - Celebrating Dolly the Sheep’s legacy, 25 years on
01/07/2021 - Research samples could aid wildlife forensics
25/06/2021 - Environment drives DNA changes in Ethiopian chickens
24/06/2021 - Rabies campaign reaches milestone of success
15/06/2021 - Response to UK Government’s gene editing consultation
10/06/2021 - Poultry study points to genes linked to food bug
01/06/2021 - Covid-19 dashboard tracks spread across Scotland
12/05/2021 - Covid early warning system could avert lockdowns
04/05/2021 - Genetic changes alter risk of food bug
21/04/2021 - Research partnership wins industry accolade
12/04/2021 - Bird influenza tests sought to assess emerging strains
08/04/2021 - Study aims to curb threat of fatal disease in deer
07/04/2021 - Sheep could be bred for climate resilience
07/04/2021 - €2m boost for gene and cell therapy info hub
01/04/2021 - Inside-out mini-guts aid research into poultry
29/03/2021 - Ants play key role in species conservation
26/03/2021 - Online scheme puts pupils in touch with scientists
24/03/2021 - Cattle immune cells could help treat disease
23/03/2021 - Rainfall drives adaptation in Ethiopian sheep
11/03/2021-Protein linked to severe Covid-19
09/03/2021 - £74m investment for AgriTech Hub on campus
05/03/2021 - Gene technologies could help prevent swine flu
04/03/2021 - Study reveals complexities governing sex of birds
04/03/2021 - Gene tool holds promise of managing invasive species
03/03/2021 - Nutritional additive strengthens chicken bones
18/02/2021 - New findings could help reduce spread of vCJD
29/01/2021 - Surrogate cockerels and hens produce donor breed chicks
19/01/2021 - Study gives clues on animal origin of coronavirus
19/01/2021 - Smart vaccine scheme curbs rabies quickly
14/01/2021 - Vitamin D supplements boost immunity in the elderly
12/01/2021 - Genetic insights could help tackle food bug
07/01/2021 - Scientist given key role at Food Standards Scotland
2020
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11/12/2020 - Gene discovery points to new Covid-19 treatments
11/12/2020 - Scotland’s second Covid wave linked to travel trends
10/12/2020 - Pupils learn to use science to monitor bee health
09/12/2020 - Schools project honoured with animal research award
24/11/2020 - Proteins use immune cells to cause brain disease
23/11/2020 - £3 million study seeks to predict spread of viruses
19/11/2020 - TB insights may help breed healthier African cattle
11/11/2020 - Breeding for disease resilience is cost-effective
06/11/2020 - DNA insights could help protect manta rays
27/10/2020 - UK campaign recognises Centre’s impact on health
26/10/2020 - Study sheds light on how food bugs infect cells
23/10/2020 - Gene map to aid studies of key traits in sheep
23/10/2020 - Sewage signals early warning of Covid-19 outbreaks
15/10/2020 - Sustainable lab scheme cuts plastic waste and costs
14/10/2020 - Study could help breed healthier Ethiopian poultry
14/10/2020 - Genome explains differences in wild and farmed salmon
06/10/2020 - Study offers insights into common human infection
01/10/2020 - Gene-editing tool to speed disease studies in fish
30/09/2020 - Prediction tool could help control bird flu
25/09/2020 - Gene findings could help treat costly poultry virus
21/09/2020 - Domestication insight could aid livestock development
17/09/2020 - Solar farm to generate green power on campus
14/09/2020 - Livestock surrogates successfully made fertile
10/09/2020 - African schools outreach scheme on prize shortlist
08/09/2020 - Researcher honoured for work on cattle disease
07/09/2020 - Stem cell study could curb need for animal tissue
07/09/2020 - Modelling tool could predict pig development
03/09/2020 - Surrogacy method to aid welfare in poultry research
27/08/2020 - Brain study uncovers key to seasonal timing
26/08/2020 - Genetic insight holds promise of Covid-19 vaccine
24/08/2020 - Immune cell ageing reversed by young microbes
18/08/2020 - Experts are upbeat about quest for Covid treatment
17/08/2020 - Masks can block 99.9% of Covid-linked droplets
17/08/2020 - Low risk of contracting Covid from human waste
14/08/2020 - Mandela award recognises livestock work
11/08/2020 - Scientists seek test for cattle parasite infection
03/08/2020 - Adaptability of bird flu poses threat to poultry
16/07/2020 - Stem cell approach to aid vaccine development
15/07/2020 - Experts warn of second Covid-19 peak in winter
10/07/2020 - Cattle health resource supports livestock research
09/07/2020 - Monitoring wildlife could limit risk of pandemics
03/07/2020 - DNA insights could help breed healthier pigs
02/07/2020 - Testing system to trace Covid-19 via wastewater
29/06/2020 - Studies highlight role of skin in fly-borne disease
15/06/2020 - Home DNA test data sought for Covid-19 study
03/06/2020 - DNA insights could aid small-scale poultry farmers
25/05/2020 - Fight against common flu aided by gene discovery
21/05/2020 - Face coverings can cut risk of coronavirus spread
19/05/2020 - Atlas of cattle genes sheds light on key traits
13/05/2020 - Campus volunteers support Covid-19 research
13/05/2020 - Genetics of Covid-19 patients is focus of study
08/05/2020 - Data method seeks weak spots in coronavirus genome
08/05/2020 - Scottish funding supports Roslin Covid-19 work
07/05/2020 - Roslin broadens research tackling Covid-19
30/04/2020 - Venture platform aims to build agritech start-ups
29/04/2020 - Obesity impacts on Covid-19 recovery prospects
16/04/2020 - Covid-19 tracker helps visualise cases in Scotland
16/04/2020 - Genetics expertise could transform fish production
15/04/2020 - Chicken study probes resistance to food bug
09/04/2020 - Low-cost method helps tackle sea lice in salmon
24/03/2020 - Roslin scientist discusses career in immunology
23/03/2020 - £5m Covid-19 study seeks to understand virus impact
21/03/2020 - Roslin science for World Poetry Day
12/03/2020 - Gut infection can speed development of brain diseases
11/03/2020 - Facility to boost research into animal and human health
06/03/2020 - Survey could help improve cattle disease tests
06/03/2020 - New conference to focus on agricultural genomics
04/03/2020 - Imperfect vaccines limit spread of poultry disease
28/02/2020 - Gene linked to bone strength in egg-laying hens
27/02/2020 - Comic book teaches livestock genetics to children
26/02/2020 - Director steps down as head of Roslin Institute
25/02/2020 - Fish resistance to lethal virus linked to genetics
24/02/2020 - Roslin scientists support work to tackle coronavirus
24/02/2020 - Test offers fast insight into chicken immunity
21/02/2020 - Immune cell insights could aid flu vaccine design
17/02/2020 - Future of livestock production in the spotlight
10/02/2020 - New method aids study of poultry infections
10/02/2020 - Resilience to bovine TB traced to key genes
07/02/2020 - Antibiotic resistance surprisingly stable in pigs
30/01/2020 - Gene networks lend insight into cancer virus
17/01/2020 - Farm data capture tool will benefit Ugandan pig farmers
10/01/2020 - £7m award aids farming in challenging landscapes
09/01/2020 - Cow gut study could help tackle disease
07/01/2020 - Roslin scientist appointed Order of the British Empire
07/01/2020 - Livestock farms could benefit from genome editing
2019
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18/12/2019 - Pupils monitor their bees’ health in the lab
17/12/2019 - Genetic clues of TB spread revealed
06/12/2019 - Agrifood research could benefit African countries
29/11/19 - Members of the Scottish Parliament praise Roslin
28/11/2019 - Bacteria overcome hurdles to jump between species
25/11/2019 - Research hotel hosts future One Health scientists
21/11/2019 - Chicken gene find could help improve vaccines
20/11/2019 - Dog study links genetics to behavioural traits
18/11/2019 - Climate resilience of farm animals linked to genes
11/11/2019 - Lung cancer gene study may enable diagnostic tests
07/11/2019 - Livestock research focus at international event
05/11/2019 - Social network insights could aid pig welfare
04/11/2019 - Protein has crucial role in hardening of arteries
30/10/2019 - Scottish Parliament celebrates gender equality work
29/10/2019 - Stem cell partnership paves way to new therapies
21/10/2019 - Research into pig disease inspires UK campaign
18/10/2019 - Good moods found to be infectious among rodents
16/10/2019 - Stem cell studies pave way to leaner livestock
14/10/2019 - Celebrating two years of research and innovation
07/10/2019 - Dolly named in world top 10 biotech projects
07/10/2019 - Climate lessons could aid antibiotics challenge
07/10/2019 - Insights into hunger will aid poultry welfare
04/10/2019 - Award recognises impact of rabies work
04/10/2019 - Emergence of bacterial disease potentiated by toxin
04/10/2019 - Next phase for hedgehog-friendly campus plans
03/10/2019 - Animal welfare event focuses on emotions
02/10/2019 - Surrogacy advance could aid rare chicken breeds
01/10/2019 - Researchers foster ideas for large animal studies
27/09/2019 - Global livestock centre marks five-year milestone
27/09/2019 - New agreement to develop E. coli vaccine
24/09/2019 - Fellowship supports research into birth defects
19/09/2019 - Sheep study lends insight into gene variation
17/09/2019 - Innovative science PhD programmes announced
16/09/2019 -Veterinary vaccine development aided by new website
12/09/19 - Pioneering patient study celebrated at sepsis event
11/09/2019 - Identification of prion diseases aided by novel marker
10/09/2019 - $3 million grant to tackle costly pig virus
06/09/2019 - Model predicts vaccine effectiveness in animals
26/08/2019 - Sheep research could aid insights into childhood dementia
21/08/2019 - Cows, coughs and genome editing
12/08/2019 - Cow gut DNA study could help improve meat and dairy
06/08/2019 - Free kit helps children conduct science experiments
12/07/2019 - Our campus will create a wildlife haven for hedgehogs
06/07/2019 - World Zoonoses Day: diseases that spread from animals to people
27/06/2019 - Widely available antibiotics could target common strains of superbug
25/06/2019 - Rats associate a smell with a positive experience
21/06/2019 - New grant to investigate drug resistance in serious African cattle disease
13/06/2019 - Video: Tools for genetic gains of breeding programs
12/06/2019 - Eye disease patients to benefit from chicken study
04/06/2019 - Gene-edited chicken cells resist bird flu virus
29/05/2019 - Genetic selection and editing could improve animal fitness
24/05/2019 - Animal genetics open to debate at events this summer
23/05/2019 - How the brain normally ages
20/05/2019 - How genetics could help our honey bees
17/05/2019 - Dog DNA find could aid breathing problems
16/05/2019 - Gut worms may hinder the spread of prions to the brain
13/05/2019 - Inspiring future women scientists in Africa
10/05/2019 - Over 100 years of bird flu and human pandemic
09/05/2019 - The genetics of Scottish red deer immunology
06/05/2019 - Propensity to transmit diseases depends on genes
01/05/2019 - Chief Medical Officer visits sepsis research team
28/04/2019 - World Veterinary Day – the value of vaccination
15/04/2019 - Genome sequencing lab awarded international quality stamp
15/04/2019 - How vitamin D affects the immune system
08/04/2019 - European consortium to ensure safer and healthier fish
04/04/2019 - Oral dog vaccine could help beat rabies
01/04/2019 - Easter Bush Campus wins sustainability & social responsibility awards
27/03/2019 - Sepsis study to investigate the role of genes
26/03/2019 - Study of gene linked to blindness helps Border collie breeders
21/03/2019 - Roslin science in verse
12/03/2019 - Gene study set to investigate how flu jumps species
08/03/2019 - Roslin scientists will support women agricultural scientists in Ethiopia
07/03/2019 - Roslin Director is awarded the Ronald Ross medal
04/03/2019 - People choose romantic partners with similar lifespan
22/02/2019 - How bird feathers form in wave-like motion
22/02/2019 - Protein supports embryo cell survival under metabolic stress
18/02/2019 - Aquaculture genetics consortium set to tackle industry challenges
15/02/2019 - Survey to gauge public opinion on gene-edited meat
13/02/2019 - Deforestation linked to changes in spread of infectious diseases
12/02/2019 - Lung tissue forms immune cell hubs when needed
04/02/2019 - World Cancer Day: tackling cancer at Roslin
08/02/2019 - Survey for dairy farmers in effort to improve diagnostic techniques for cattle
07/02/2019 - Sheep with higher vitamin D levels give birth to heavier lambs
28/01/2019 - Hen eggs with human proteins offer drug hope
25/01/2019 - A new high quality reference genome for water buffalo
22/01/2019 - Long-read DNA analysis can give rise to errors
15/01/2019 - Scottish consortiums take giant leap forward for salmon gill health
10/01/2019 - Members of the Scottish Parliament visit the Institute
07/01/2019 - Beekeeping citizen science
03/01/2019 - Animal lovers' empathy may be hardwired in their DNA
2018
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20/12/2018 - 2018 at The Roslin Institute
17/12/2018 - Students get stuck into workshops at Science Outreach Centre
10/12/2018 - The genes linked to red hair
03/12/2018 - New award boosts research into intestinal disease
28/11/2018 - Visit to India focus on data-driven innovation
26/11/2018 - Study could explain higher rates of human E. coli infection in Scotland
26/11/2018 - Gene study boosts bid to keep British bees safe from disease
19/11/2018 - Active immune system worsening liver disease in dogs
07/11/2018 - Tumour immune cells could aid cancer therapies
05/11/2018 - First Minister opens innovation hub on campus
02/11/2018 - App to combat rabies reaches over 1.5 million entries
01/11/2018 - Global bid to decode DNA of all life on Earth
01/11/2018 - Baby-naming trends reveal ongoing quest for individuality
29/10/2018 - Briefing on African Swine Fever
23/10/2018 - Vaccine shows promise against widespread chicken disease
23/10/2018 - Open Day embraces scientists of all ages
22/10/2018 - New Gene ATLAS to facilitate search within UK Biobank
19/10/2018 - Comment on BSE case in Aberdeenshire
16/10/2018 - Diversity is key for sustainable chicken farming in Ethiopia
12/10/2018 - Scientific breakthrough could explain how superbugs rapidly evolve
09/10/2018 - Step forward in deciphering how our genes are controlled
05/10/2018 - Collaboration to support fish breeding in Brazil
04/10/2018 - Dr Pip Beard is awarded prestigious Lectureship and medal
24/09/2018 - Novel method to monitor blood flow in pregnant pigs
18/09/2018 - Body's stem cells could be used to treat bacterial infection
11/09/2018 - Predicting lifelong health and productivity of cattle
10/09/2018 - Prestigious fellowship to investigate Influenza A virus
07/09/2018 - Times Higher Education nomination for metagenomics research
07/09/2018 - New videos: Genetic modification for animal health
06/09/2018 - Imaging advance to speed quest for cell therapies
05/09/2018 - Superbug discovery renews hope for antibiotic treatment
20/08/2018 - Midlothian Council visit the Institute to discuss research and outreach
20/08/2018 - Gene expression response to sea lice in salmon skin
17/08/2018 - Video: Prions - ninja pathogens and immune system hijackers
14/08/2018 - Edinburgh to host World One Health Congress
14/08/2018 - Principal's Medal for Roslin team
13/08/2018 - Ideas Become Legend: achievements with an impact
07/08/2018 - Partnership boosts cystic fibrosis therapy bid
06/08/2018 - New blood test for liver disease in dogs
03/08/2018 - New video: Gus McFarlane on the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editor
02/08/2018 - Science Insights for 40 high school pupils
30/07/2018 - UK's Chief Veterinary Officer visits the Institute
30/07/2018 - Sad news: Paul Hocking
27/07/2018 - New videos: Advantages and potential of gene editing
23/07/2018 - Gene study pinpoints superbug link between people and animals
19/07/2018 - New video: Dr Simon Lillico on uses of gene editing
20/06/2018 - Gene-edited pigs are resistant to billion dollar virus, study finds
18/06/2018 - Importance of livestock-derived foods in the first 1,000 days of life
13/06/2018 - Martin Whitfield MP visits the Institute and Science Outreach Centre
05/06/2018 - Carnevale at The Roslin Institute
31/05/2018 - Members of the Scottish Parliament visit the Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre
30/05/2018 - Gene expression and sex differences
11/05/2018 - Royal visit to Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre
07/05/2018 - Workshop shows commitment to make Goa rabies free
01/05/2018 - Royal launch for new sculpture and buildings on Campus
26/04/2018 - New poultry facility in Ethiopia explores genetic diversity
18/04/2018 - Key drivers of the immune response of wild animals
11/04/2018 - Dolly scientist backs drive to tackle Parkinson's
02/04/2018 - Egg study may improve food safety
23/03/2018 - Pathway modelling helps understand structure and function of biological systems
23/03/2018 - UKRI-BBSRC Council members appointed
28/02/2018 - The animal feelgood factor
28/02/2018 - DNA study of cow stomachs could aid meat and dairy production
19/02/2018 - Miles Briggs MSP visits Edinburgh Genomics at The Roslin Institute
07/02/2018 - New grant to improve hen health and productivity
05/02/2018 - Novel sequencing approach to study Salmonella survival in cattle
26/01/2018 - Bill Gates and Secretary of State visited the Easter Bush Campus
25/01/2018 - Cabinet Secretary visits Edinburgh Genomics at The Roslin Institute
22/01/2018 - Improving vaccines for the elderly by blocking inflammation
11/01/2018 - Volunteers sought in hunt for genes linked to severe flu cases
2017
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21/12/2017 - 2017 at The Roslin Institute
12/12/2017 - New videos: microbes in food, the veterinary profession and vitamin D
06/12/2017 - Gene experts set to tackle pest control
01/12/2017 - Poultry Award for welfare expert
29/11/2017 - New approaches for breeding resistance to Infectious Salmon Anaemia virus
28/11/2017 - Nerve cell findings may aid understanding of movement disorders
22/11/2017 - New award boosts research into Marek’s disease
14/11/2017 - Defra’s Chief Scientific Adviser talked at The Roslin Institute
13/11/2017 - EU project to ensure sustainable supply of halloumi cheese
09/11/2017 - Capsule could revolutionise medical and veterinary sector
06/11/2017 - Roslin scientist honoured by SRUC
02/11/2017 - Applying animal breeding genetics to plants
20/10/2017 - The Easter Bush Campus Open Day
17/10/2017 - The first ever global zoonotic TB roadmap
10/10/2017 - Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health: The Road Ahead
09/10/2017 - New method for understanding neurodegenerative diseases
06/10/2017 - The Roslin Institute receives Athena SWAN Gold award
04/10/2017 - Animal welfare on the Easter Bush Campus
29/09/2017 - Hi-tech boost for gene research
28/09/2017 - Afternoon at the movies
21/09/2017 - Award winning Scottish research could pave the way for ‘low-emission cattle’
18/09/2017 - Sheep gene insights could help farmers breed healthier animals
12/09/2017 - Bid to tackle widespread cattle disease may aid African farmers
01/09/2017 - New Director starts at The Roslin Institute
31/08/2017 - Scientists call for a unified approach to plant and animal breeding
25/08/2017 - Jim McWhir
21/08/2017 - Prestigious award for Professor in animal behaviour and welfare
10/08/2017 - Thousands visit Roslin Institute stand at the Royal Highland Show
01/08/2017 - BBSRC launch the Agriculture and Food Security Strategic Framework
31/07/2017 - New partnership to use forensic science to tackle wildlife crime
20/07/2017 - Largest study of bovine tuberculosis in sub-Saharan Africa reveals disease diversity in Cameroon
18/07/2017 - Milk-sourced protein drugs for animal health
22/06/2017 - Genetics roadmap to develop more resilient farmed fish
09/06/2017 - Introducing the International Veterinary Vaccinology Network
30/05/2017 - New European project to boost Mediterranean fish farming
25/05/2017 - Study reveals genetic changes linked to flat-faced dogs
22/05/2017 - Oyster farming to benefit from new genetic screening tool
19/05/2017 - Researchers identify childhood blindness gene
16/05/2017 - Towards control of Avian Coronaviruses: outcomes of COST Action
12/05/2017 - New study identifies key molecule for virus replication
10/05/2017 - Today is World Migratory Bird Day
26/04/2017 - Director appointed to lead Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health
19/04/2017 - Immune discovery points to therapies to improve stroke recovery
13/04/2017 - Insights into the ageing immune system
11/04/2017 - Funding of Institute Strategic Programmes Announced
05/04/2017 - £10m deal to boost impact of animal science innovations
24/03/2017 - One (Reproductive) Health
15/03/2017 - Genetic insights into Inflammatory Bowel Disease
24/02/2017 - Gene-edited pigs show signs of resistance to major viral disease
22/02/2017 - Dolly the sheep continues to inspire 20 years after media storm
20/02/2017 - Egg-free surrogate chickens produced in bid to save rare breeds
15/02/2017 - Director appointed to lead The Roslin Institute
31/01/2017 - CRISPR pioneers receive BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Biomedicine
18/01/2017 - Gold Sustainability Award
13/01/2017 - Interim Director of The Roslin Institute Announced
13/01/2017 - Gene-edited pigs to help spread desirable traits
2016
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14/12/2016 - Gut cells are gatekeepers of infectious brain diseases
25/10/2016 - Breakthrough in Amoebic Gill Disease Control
14/10/2016 - Migration routes hold key to bird flu spread, global study finds Published
03/10/2016 - Experts call for action to tackle threat of TB infections from cattle
21/09/2016 - Coming of Age: The Legacy of Dolly at 20
20/09/2016 - Computers learn to spot deadly food poisoning bacteria
02/09/2016 - Collaborative FANTOM5 project wins Eureka16 Prize
23/08/2016 - Research alliance to improve aquaculture and livestock breeding
01/08/2016 - Labrador study offers vets clues on why dogs’ tails lose their wag
22/07/2016 - Dolly Memories appeal
20/07/2016 - Diseases that run in families not all down to genes, study shows
11/07/2016 - Dolly the Sheep 20th Anniversary Celebration
01/07/2016 - Royal Highland Show 2016
06/06/2016 - Gene study to shed light on how some people stay sharp in old age
02/06/2016 - Wear orange for Batten Disease Awareness day 3rd June
21/04/2016 - Research links heart disease with testosterone
15/04/2016 - Prions Matter
01/04/2016 - New Director Appointments at NARF
25/03/2016 - The Roslin Institute receives Scottish Government funding for research into infectious livestock diseases
24/03/2016 - Easter Bush Campus awarded Investors in Young People Silver Award
16/03/2016 - The Roslin Institute is part of the UK's new ground-breaking livestock innovation centre
15/03/2016 - New company launched to maximise the commercialisation of research at Easter Bush Campus
22/02/2016 - Pig's genetic code altered in bid to tackle deadly virus
16/02/2016 - George Freeman, MP visits The Roslin Institute
12/02/2016 - New funding to accelerate the eradication of bovine tuberculosis
09/02/2016 - Easter Bush Campus Wins Community Engagement Award from Scottish Enterprise
29/01/2016 - The genetic fingerprint of the brain's immune cells offer insights into ageing
19/01/2016 - Physical attraction linked to genes that control height, study finds
14/01/2016 - Vitamin D linked to improved fertility in wild animals
2015
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23/12/2015 - Pigs edited to beat virus using advanced breeding techniques
17/12/2015 - New funding to develop vaccines for poultry
10/12/2015 - Roslin heralds gene-edited pigs resistant to major deadly disease
07/12/2015 - Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead visits Easter Bush
07/12/2015 - Cross-School Symposium
07/12/2015 - Academic launch of the Centre for Dementia Prevention
23/11/2015 - £10m award boosts bid to aid plight of tropical farmers
19/11/2015 - FDA Approves GM Salmon
19/11/2015 - Bird breeds at risk may benefit from chicken cell study
28/10/2015 - Dogs can also suffer from weight gain in middle age
26/10/2015 - Roslin Institute Researchers at Midlothian Science Festival
22/10/2015 - MEPs Ian Duncan and Kay Swinburne visit The Roslin Institute and SRUC
21/10/2015 - Stress in pregnancy can impact future generations
09/10/2015 - Local MP Visits Easter Bush Campus
05/10/2015 - Horse sickness shares signs of human brain disorders
05/10/2015 - New funding to tackle causes of dementia
02/10/2015 - Easter Bush Campus Open Day
25/09/2015 - Seasonal body clock found in animals
09/09/2015 - Immunity study signals new ways to treat liver failure
05/08/2015 - Brain infection study reveals how disease spreads from gut
29/05/2015 - Hong Kong Health Partnership Agreed
22/05/2015 - Salmon breeding to benefit from gene study of disease resistance
08/04/2015 - Gene study helps explain Legionnaires' probe complications
08/04/2015 - Research Career Insights for University of Edinburgh Undergraduates at Roslin
02/04/2015 - £2.7 million for research to protect farmed animals
25/03/2015 - Vision for international animal genomes project published
16/03/2015 - Landmark Book in the Field of Infectious Disease Updated at Roslin
06/03/2015 - Dog DNA tests alone not enough for healthy pedigree, experts say
19/02/2015 - Bacteria study helps gauge human-animal infection risk
16/02/2015 - £1.9 million boost for animal genome analysis
04/02/2015 - Kidney images reveal the secrets of how organ develops
15/01/2015 - £1m gene study to investigate secrets of successful ageing
14/01/2015 - Neil Mackenzie
12/01/2015 - £15m initiative puts Scotland at forefront of gene-led healthcare
2014
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18/12/2014 - University and SRUC celebrate top REF ranking for veterinary and agricultural research
12/12/2014 - Gene study traces birds' family tree back to dinosaurs
01/12/2014 - New veterinary vaccinology network will help tackle threat of animal diseases, including those spreading to humans
18/11/2014 - The Roslin Institute inspires thousands of young 'scientists' at the Great British Bioscience Festival
03/11/2014 - MRSA bugs linked to livestock are found in hospitals, study finds
29/10/2014 - The Roslin Institute to benefit from new Sequence-Based Genotyping
27/10/2014 - Dementias Platform UK: A powerhouse for dementia research
16/10/2014 - Roslin Student shortlisted in image competition
13/10/2014 - The Roslin Institute shortlisted in WISE Awards
03/10/2014 - £14.5m boost will help keep Scotland at forefront of bioscience
26/09/2014 - Roslin Institute on Top Employer Shortlist
25/09/2014 - The Roslin Institute receives Silver Athena SWAN Award
22/09/2014 - UK innovation grant for genome project with Cobb Europe
30/07/2014 - Bill Gates visits Easter Bush
29/07/2014 - Tropical farmers' plight is focus of animal research initiative
24/07/2014 - Lord de Mauley visits Easter Bush Campus
08/07/2014 - Honorary degrees celebrated at The Roslin Institute
07/07/2014 - The First Exome Sequence Completed in Pigs
23/06/2014 - New award winning start up at Roslin aims to provide you with your own personal journal
19/06/2014 - Roslin Institute part of a global push to fight dementia
05/06/2014 - Gene study shows how sheep first separated from goats
03/06/2014 - Roslin Institute Receives Grand Challenges Explorations Grant For Ground-breaking Research
07/05/2014 - Roslin scientist presents Gordon Memorial Lecture
01/05/2014 - 2014 Research Student Day
16/04/2014 - Birds learn the structural efficacy of nest material
15/04/2014 - New treatment could 'protect against any strain of the flu'
14/04/2014 - Roslin Institute researchers win Arthritis Research UK funding
11/04/2014 - Helen Sang appointed to BBSRC Council
31/03/2014 - Climbers at risk set to benefit from altitude sickness study
28/03/2014 - Roslin Institute Labs in Awards Shortlist
27/03/2014 - New maps for navigating the genome unveiled by scientists
26/03/2014 - Removing bone protein shown to prevent obesity in mice
04/03/2014 - Horses set to gain health benefits from stem cell advance
04/03/2014 - Plant extract offers hope for infant motor neurone therapy
03/03/2014 - BBSRC funds UK bioscience exhibits as part of 20th anniversary activities
26/02/2014 - New Research Partnership to Advance Broiler Genetics
17/02/2014 - Roslin Scientists are Innovator of the Year Finalists
14/02/2014 - Genetic chip will help salmon farmers breed better fish
12/02/2014 - Genetic find might lead to cattle that are more resistant to TB
11/02/2014 - Roslin and Dick Vet staff head for India
30/01/2014 - Reducing the need for animals in infectious disease research
2013
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04/12/2013 - Immune systems fighting prions; older might be better
13/11/2013 - Roslin Institute receives India-UK funding in Farmed Animal Health and Disease
07/11/2013 - Roslin team helps solve elephant riddle
15/10/2013 - Researchers at The Roslin Institute have used DNA editing technology to produce live pigs
26/09/2013 - Roslin wins £2.4M of research funding to improve the health of livestock
17/09/2013 - Vaccinating cattle against enterohaemorrhagic E. coli O157 could cut human cases by 85%
09/09/2013 - Minister launches research centre with bird welfare at its heart
14/08/2013 - Cattle can be a source of MRSA in people, scientists find
22/07/2013 - Over £30M investment to drive economic growth from UK agri-science
15/07/2013 - Bruce elected Fellow of the Society of Biology
11/07/2013 - Zoetis And The Roslin Institute Collaborate To Control Salmonella
08/07/2013 - Dave Burt elected Fellow of the Society of Biology
08/05/2013 - Roslin Institute Director elected as Fellow of Academy of Medical Sciences
26/04/2013 - Institute wins sustainability award
23/04/2013 - New study shows how Salmonella colonises the gut
11/04/2013 - Pig disease that costs millions is target of genetic study
09/04/2013 - Scientists make progress in fight against virus killing captive elephants
27/03/2013 - Appetite genes are key to better diets for poultry
21/03/2013 - University teams up with Marblar to crystallise fresh innovation
21/03/2013 - Roslin's Innovation Team Wins Prestigious Award
21/03/2013 - Secretary of State for Scotland visits The Roslin Institute
18/03/2013 - Feathering the nest of chicken breed preservation
17/03/2013 - On Your Farm is On Our Farm
11/03/2013 - Chicken welfare can count on £14 million facility to aid research
06/03/2013 - Livestock research initiative has greater sustainability as its goal
01/02/2013 - Roslin KEC team make impact in UK-wide business awards
22/01/2013 - Roslin Scientist honoured in Nikon Small World in Motion competition
18/01/2013 - Easter Bush Campus hosts Princess Royal's visit
07/01/2013 - Investment in animal science research
2012
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28/12/2012 - BBSRC invests in future of Livestock Genomics
28/12/2012 - Pig is genome flavour of the month
19/11/2012 - New funding to develop rapid responses to emerging poultry viruses
16/11/2012 - New Projects Helping Lay The Foundations for Biology Breakthroughs
16/11/2012 - Gut Cell Transformation by Salmonella
15/11/2012 - Pig Gene Expression Atlas
15/11/2012 - Pig Genome Decoded
25/10/2012 - Precision genome engineering in animals
25/10/2012 - New Professor at The Roslin Institute
12/10/2012 - Dolly Scientist Dies
20/09/2012 - Study reveals brain cells' weakest links
04/09/2012 - Roslin's "Dolly" scientists to feature on Radio Four
28/08/2012 - £600K Industrial Partnership Award from the BBSRC and the Erich Wesjohann Group
02/07/2012 - Bacterial virus drives the emergence of deadly bacterial strains
24/07/2012 - Roslin in Scots link-up with China to boost genetic research
29/06/2012 - Gene discovery helps explain how flu can cause severe infections
28/06/2012 - Roslin Business Development Manager is KT Achiever of the Year
30/05/2012 - Minister for Science visits The Roslin Institute
24/05/2012 - Roslin Receives £23M funding boost
15/05/2012 - Superbug spread from hospitals in major cities to regional health-care centres
24/04/2012 - Athena Swan award for Roslin
23/04/2012 - Chinese delegation visit The Roslin Institute Building
26/03/2012 - Gene could determine risk of developing life-threatening flu
15/02/2012 - Roslin research to help eliminate most common food poisoning bug
26/01/2012 - How to make better vaccines for humans and animals
2011
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02/12/2011 - Protein sheds insight into spread of vCJD to the brain
07/12/2011 - The Roslin Institute in new industry collaboration
21/11/2011 - Chicken virus study sheds light on how human cancers develop
08/11/2011 - UK food and farming benefits from research to combat animal diseases
28/10/2011 - DNA find sheds light on the human brain
14/10/2011 - Study could help battle against superbugs
13/10/2011 - Roslin Creating New Ties With Hong Kong
12/10/2011 - Major new grant will help future vaccine development and secure safe food supplies
26/9/2011 - The Roslin Institute opens its doors to the public
29/07/2011 - Cows' stomachs could hold key to green fuels
29/06/2011 - First Minister of Scotland Opens the new Roslin Institute Building
16/03/2011 - Study shows how chickens keep their cool
01/03/2011 - Roslin Scientist announced as new Director for the Institute for Animal Health
08/02/2011 - Eradication Of Hip And Elbow Dysplasia A Step Closer
01/02/2011 - UK Scientists Close In on Salmon Virus Resistance Gene
26/01/2011 - Meeting to combat devastating disease in pigs
14/01/2011 - Bovine Genotyping Made Easy
13/01/2011 - GM chickens that don't transmit bird flu developed
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10/11/2010 - $2Million (USD) boost for animal health research
20/10/2010 - Dizzy heights of popular peak pose real risks for climbers
20/08/2010 - Prestigious Wolfson Research Merit Awards Announced
10/08/2010 - £2.5m award helps scientists tackle tick list of diseases
12/07/2010 - Secretary of State for Scotland visits The Roslin Institute
01/07/2010 - Pups sign up for bid to boost pet health
10/05/2010 - Dogs Trust appoints David J Argyle onto the board of trustees
29/04/2010 - Scientists clock onto how sunlight puts a spring in our step
01/04/2010 - Songbird genome to aid understanding of learning, memory and more
01/04/2010 - Egg whites may help scientists crack problem of poultry infections
18/03/2010 - Hormone study gives scientists a sense of how animals bond
10/03/2010 - Scientists solve puzzle of chickens that are half male and half female
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10/11/2009 - Roslin Scientists In New Vaccine Development Approach
09/11/2009 - The Roslin Institute hosts Royal Visit
02/11/2009 - Researchers Sequence Swine Genome
26/10/2009 - Animals now picking up bugs from people
15/10/2009 - Bug barcode readers hold out promise of universal vaccines
14/10/2009 - Cell study explains why younger people more at risk to vCJD
29/09/2009 - Scotland Office Minister backs innovation and enterprise on visit to Midlothian-based science and technology park
22/07/2009 - Post-analyses of Microarray Data Publications
08/06/2009 - Murdo MacLeod Awarded the Temperton Fellowship
25/05/2009 - Roslin to head up EuroPRRSnet
30/04/2009 - Swine Flu Virus: Analysis from The Roslin Institute
20/04/2009 - Genetic study offers vital clues on immune responses
20/04/2009 - Completed cattle genome could improve beef and dairy production
18/04/2009 - Research Showcase at The Roslin Institute and R(D)SVS
03/03/2009 - New Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh at Roslin
11/02/2009 - Dr Almas Gheyas wins KTP Centres in Scotland Best Project Presentation
11/01/2009 - How viruses can drive a cell to suicide
09/01/2009 - Innovative Europe-wide Animal Genomics Project
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26/11/2008 - New £58 million research centre near Penicuik to provide jobs for 450 bio-scientists
14/11/2008 - Chicks to give scientists clearer picture of fetal development
01/09/2008 - Study confirms vCJD could be transmitted by blood transfusion
07/04/2008 - Animal Scientists team up to tackle key health concerns
01/04/2008 - Roslin Partnership Backed by Investment
01/04/2008 - Scientists, vets and farmers work to beat pig disease
19/03/2008 - Song birds take their cue from signals in the brain
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