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Career support is now closer to Scotland’s communities
Career journeys are rarely straightforward, and people do not all need the same thing at the same time.
That is why Skills Development Scotland’s (SDS) all-age careers service meets people where they are, helping them build the confidence and skills to make informed decisions throughout life.
Source: The Herald
Science Insights 2024: Inspiring future scientists
The University of Edinburgh’s College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine has successfully concluded its annual Science Insights outreach programme. This year, the initiative provided school pupils with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of scientific research and exploration.
Study aims to produce lice-resistant salmon
Scientists aim to identify genes that could make Atlantic salmon resistant to sea lice, parasites that severely affect fish health and welfare, and cost the global aquaculture sector around £800m per year. Researchers aim to pinpoint key genes and associated biological processes underlying genetic resistance to these parasites.