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Associate feature: A Manifesto for Health and Growth
Every advance in medicines – from vaccines to treatments that extend life – depends on strong partnerships between government, the NHS, academia and industry. This “triple helix” drives Scotland’s life sciences growth, contributing over £1.7 billion to the economy and supporting 15,000 high-value jobs.
Source: Holyrood
Scottish Government backs 'innovative industries' with £5 million
The Scottish Government has announced a nearly £5m investment package backing businesses in innovative industries.
It will provide more than £2m of support for new market clusters set out in Scotland’s Innovation Strategy, including space, robotics and critical technologies like semiconductors and quantum systems.
Source: Business Insider
Innovation must remain ‘Scotland’s greatest export’, says business secretary
Innovation must remain “Scotland’s greatest export”, business secretary Richard Lochhead has said as the first National Innovation Week begins. More than 80 events are set to take place across the country over the next five days, with more than 200 delegates expected to attend an Innovation Summit in Edinburgh on Thursday.
Source: STV News
Veterinary diagnostics company MI:RNA recruits renowned veterinary experts to support advancement of its cutting-edge diagnostic technology amid rapid growth
Pioneering veterinary diagnostics company MI:RNA has recruited leading veterinary experts to support the advancement of its cutting-edge diagnostic technology.
Source: The Scotsman
AI tools show promise for veterinary diagnosis
AI tools can support vets in diagnosing disease, research has shown.
A computer model has been trained to recognise a common disease in dogs with an encouraging success rate, underscoring its potential as a veterinary tool.
The approach supports the use of AI for relatively straightforward tasks, to allow vets to concentrate on more complex tasks, according to the team behind the study.
Rosie Stewart appointed Finance Director and Company Secretary at the Moredun Group
The Moredun Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Rosie Stewart as its new Finance Director and Company Secretary. Rosie joined the organisation in May and is responsible for overseeing all financial activities across the Group. She is also a member of Moredun’s Senior Management Group, contributing to the strategic leadership and direction of the organisation.
TV Supervet charity backs new human-canine cancer research plan
Scientists in Scotland are leading new work on an aggressive cancer that behaves almost identically across species.
A new study, whose backers hope could herald major advances in cancer treatment for dogs and humans, is being launched today (17 September).
Source: Vet Times
Science community supports Edinburgh cancer charity
More than £2,000 was raised for Maggie's Edinburgh cancer charity by 13 teams of scientists, researchers and support staff who took part in the biggest Knockout Silver Challenge to date at the 126-acre Pioneer Group - Edinburgh Technopole site, within Midlothian Science Zone.
Source: The Scotsman
Director focuses on animal welfare as strategic priority
Dr Rebecca Doyle, newly appointed Director of the Animal Welfare Centre within the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, aims to work with colleagues across the School to further embed animal welfare teaching and practice.
The new Director, who joined the University of Edinburgh in 2021, held the post of Deputy Director of the Animal Welfare Centre until recently being named Interim Director, before being appointed to her current post.
Why collaboration will be key to driving biotech growth
Biotechnology in Scotland is stepping out of the shadows. No longer a specialist sector, it has become an essential lever for public health, climate resilience and economic renewal. Life sciences now touch every aspect of modern life, from infection prevention and advanced diagnostics to sustainable materials and digital therapeutics
Source: The Scotsman