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Rowett Research highlighted in University Sustainable Development Goals report
The first Sustainable Development Goals report from the University of Aberdeen includes research stories that reflect the breadth of activity across the University, and their impact on one or more of the SDGs. One of these highlighted stories is research into sustainable novel crops carried out by Dr Madalina Neacsu...
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Volunteers invited to eat - in the name of research
In-person studies at the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health have restarted, with the first call for volunteers focused on studies exploring the impact of processed foods and sugar levels on our bodies and minds.
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Hemp - the sustainable protein-packed answer to moderating hunger
A new study has found adding hempseed to your diet can help modulate gut hormone levels in the blood and promote a feeling of fullness after eating.
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Rowett Research highlighted in the BioBusiness awards 2021
Professor Alexandra Johnstone has been named as a Mover and Shaker 2021 as awarded by the annual BioBusinsess report. The individuals who are named in the report are outstanding and innovative leaders who create new opportunities for progress in the life sciences and healthcare. Alex has received this honour for her...
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The James Hutton Institute 43rd TB Macaulay lecture
The Rowett is exhibiting at this event; visitors to our stand can learn from Professor Jennie Macdiarmid how to make your diet healthy and sustainable, and Professor Wendy Russell about how novel crops, food formulations & crop diversification can help food security and climate change. We will also be highlighting a...
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What's in a name - prospects for food & drink producers in Scotland's Highlands & Islands
Research from the Rowett Institute has shown that food and drink enterprises which use local place names in their branding are far more optimistic about their future. The report led by Dr David Watts aimed to identify opportunities for the food and drink sector in the Highlands and Islands to engage...
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Gut health and heart disease - how important is your diet?
A team of research scientists at the Rowett Institute are investigating the link between gut bacteria and heart disease, and how diet may play a role in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Professor Wendy Russell leads the gut health research group at the Rowett which focusses on investigating the role...
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New study shows seafood supplies don't always satisfy dietary recommendations
A new study has found that for many European countries - including the UK - there is not a large enough fish supply to meet the recommended national dietary requirements.
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Microbiota-directed food formulation
The gut health research group at the Rowett Institute investigate the microbial species that reside in our intestines. Work also focuses on the role the gut plays in providing dietary components from the food we eat and the impact these have on human health.
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Work your muscles for metabolism
Research carried out by scientists at the University of Aberdeen's Rowett Institute finds that exercise may help patients with metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes.