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Images shared of Sub-Saharan Farmers on International Women's Day
For International Women's Day 2022 Professor Wendy Russell of the Rowett Institute has generously shared a series of incredible images she captured of women farmers while on a research trip to Zimbabwe in 2018.
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BOGOF ban more effective than sugar tax in reducing soft drink consumption
Banning promotions, like 'buy one get one free' - BOGOF, on soft drinks could be more effective than the 'sugar tax' in reducing consumption of sugary drinks according to new research from the University of Aberdeen's Rowett Institute.
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New superfood developed by Rowett Institute scientists
Scientists at the University of Aberdeen's Rowett Institute have developed a new nutrient-rich food product from the bitter tasting plant moringa.
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Protein from gorse could feed millions of people, says Rowett Institute expert
Protein from gorse, a widely-cleared plant in Scotland, could be used to provide a food source for millions of people, according to the Rowett Institute's Professor Wendy Russell.
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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...