Written by Dr Rose Ruiz Daniels, Lecturer in Aquaculture Genomics. As part of my ongoing work investigating cells in their natural habitats (tissues), I have been optimizing protocols using a method I developed during my time as a research fellow at the Roslin Institute (Ruiz Daniels et al., 2023) in order to take nuclei out
Author: Amalia Krupandan
In today’s world, where education and practical knowledge intersect, engaging young minds in the sciences is more crucial than ever. At the Institute of Aquaculture, University of Stirling, three outstanding lecturers, all women, are pioneering this effort through school outreach programmes. These initiatives not only bring science closer to young students but also highlight the
The Institute of Aquaculture is thrilled to announce the winners of the International Women’s Day 2024 Photo Competition, themed “Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality in Aquaculture and Fisheries.” This year’s competition has highlighted the significant roles that innovation and empowerment play in this dynamic field, showcasing the stories of dedication and groundbreaking work by
WiSA Awards 2023 In celebration of International Women’s Day, the 2023 WiSA awards gave recognition to individuals in Scottish aquaculture who have had a positive impact on the sector. After hundreds of nominations, the awards were given in the following categories: You can read more about the awards here. Sustainable Aquaculture Summit 2023 SAIC will
A video summary of the event has been prepared by Emma McDonald, PhD student at the IoA. You can watch the video here. The Institute of Aquaculture are pleased to announce our international women’s day event: ‘Celebrating woman in STEM’, which will be held in the Pathfoot Lecture Theatre on the 8th of March 2023.
WiSA announces their 2023 mentoring programme Women in Scottish Aquaculture will launch their 2023 mentoring programme on 8th March 2023, and are now accepting applications from both potential mentors and mentees. The 9-month scheme, delivered by Skillfluence, will match some of the most established industry leaders (both female and male) with women in the sector
On the 10th of November the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland (MASTS) held their Annual Science Meeting, where a workshop on Diversity and Inclusivity in Aquaculture was held. The workshop, organised by Dr Ingrid Kelling from Heriot-Watt University, was attended by representatives from the academic, industry and policy spheres of the Scottish
In conjunction with the Institute of Aquaculture’s annual PhD conference, academics and PhD students of the Institute invited students from Stirling and Clackmannanshire high schools to visit the University of Stirling and learn about the research done by the IoA’s PhD students. The visiting students came from Dunblane High School, Queen Victoria School (Dunblane), McLaren
The University of Stirling has opened an International Student Barometer. The results will be used to find out where the University is doing well and where improvements can be made to ensure that international students have the best possible experience while studying here. The University is committed to continuous work to understand and improve the
Inclusive Curriculum Working Group As part of the University of Stirling’s Equality Outcomes for 2021 – 2025, an Inclusive Curriculum Working Group has been set up to ensure that the outcomes are supported through inclusive curricula and pedagogy that challenge and seek to overcome systemic inequalities, including structural racism, gender inequity, mental ill health and