The first in a series of annual scientific lectures to celebrate the legacy of Professor Sir Ian Wilmut.

Professor Wilmut and colleagues pioneered an animal cloning research technique which produced Dolly the sheep, the first mammal created from an adult cell.

This inaugural event in Professor Wilmut’s memory will be presented by Professor Shinya Yamanaka, of Kyoto University, Japan, winner of the 2012 Nobel prize for medicine, and former colleague of the late Professor.

Next month we’ll be heading to Glencorse Centre in Auchendinny for our Autumn coffee morning.

We’re delighted to have Fair Work Convention joining us as our expert speaker for the event. Discover what fair work is, why it's important, the relevance to grant funding and the support available for both employers and employees.

The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine welcomes you to an inaugural lecture showcase event celebrating ten years of science at the Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health (CTLGH). Join four professors from CTLGH and the Roslin Institute as they share their career and research journey so far.

Potatoes in Practice (PiP), will take place on Thursday 7 August 2025 at The James Hutton Institute’s Balruddery Farm in Invergowrie, near Dundee. Hosted by the James Hutton Institute, in partnership with the SRUC (Scotland’s Rural College) and Agrii. The event will showcase a variety of demonstrations, cutting-edge research, trade exhibits, and a wealth of knowledge from experts in the field.

This summer, the Edinburgh Climate Festival returns to the Meadows Park on Saturday, June 28th, 2025 from 12:00 to 19:00 BST. The festival is free for all to attend and offers a wide range of activities including live performances, stalls, and activities for both kids and adults. The aim of the festival is to raise awareness about climate change and to increase public knowledge about the importance of adopting a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle,

A full day uniting agri-tech innovators, experts, and networks to explore ideas, share insights, and grow the future of food and farming.

Newbattle HS are hosting an exciting STEM session for S2 pupils. The aim of this session is to inspire and engage our students in the fascinating world of STEM. This cohort of pupils will be choosing course choices in the following year, so we believe that by showcasing real-world applications and providing hands-on experiences, we can ignite their passion for these fields and help them envision potential career paths.

Join BIA in Edinburgh this May as they bring Women in Biotech to Scotland’s capital - an evening designed to connect, support, and inspire current and future female leaders in the biotech industry.

This special event will spotlight the findings from our 10-year analysis of female representation in biotech leadership. While the number of women CEOs in the UK is growing, the proportion compared to male counterparts remains flat—and may even plateau in the next few years.

The aim of this inaugural meeting is to bring together researchers interested in complex network science and in particular the interplay between mathematical and simulation-based analysis of complex network structures and available data.

Our next Business Forum will take place on Tuesday 6th May where we will be joined by Robbie Broomfield, Business Growth Advisor with Business Gateway Midlothian.

We host events several times a year to encourage engagement and collaboration between organisations 'in the zone' providing time for networking and guest speaker presentations.

Meet and connect with other local businesses, discover the free support available from your local Business Gateway Midlothian advisers and enjoy a cuppa while you hear from fantastic expert speakers.

The theme for this year’s event is ‘The Future of Livestock in Global Food Systems’. The symposium will highlight work of GAAFS and other R(D)SVS staff and students, and our partners globally – spanning livestock’s role in nutrition and health, nature and climate change mitigation and adaptation, and in livelihoods and a just transition, in a range of contexts.

Following refreshments on arrival, there will be a brief update on the network then an exciting mix of industry and academic presentations from current SFN members. This will be followed by an optional distillery tour and tasting event at Holyrood Distillery.

You are invited to a meeting with Kirsty McNeil, MP for Midlothian on 4th April 2025 at 1pm in Midlothian. This is an informal meeting to discuss any concerns, issues or ask questions which might be relevant or affecting your business.

THIS IS A MEMBER ONLY EVENT

PLACES WILL BE ON A FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVED BASIS

The Lothians Women in Business Luncheon aims to bring ambitious women together to network, learn and grow. The Lothian Women in Business network is about building a strong supportive network for women in business through connection, opportunity, and community.

Emily McGowan of McGowan Marketing will discuss How to gain PR for your business. Gaining PR for your business isn’t only for big corporations—it’s a powerful tool for small and micro businesses too.

The Awards celebrate the very best in Midlothian and East Lothian, and recognise the achievements of those who have demonstrated excellence in their field. Join finalists and local business and applaud the winners which will be announced on the night.

Our next Business Forum will be led by Wobble Genomics, talking to us about the company’s ground breaking research in full-length RNA, from whole blood to provide more accurate information on the status of disease in cancer patients, and how this information can be used to detect disease and find better therapies.

Be among the first to dive into the latest Thought Leadership Report in collaboration with Roslin Institute ‘Livestock and Aquaculture Innovation: Harnessing Genetic Tools For A Sustainable Future’, where they unlock the potential of genetic improvement technologies.

Scotland’s Life Sciences Annual Awards Dinner is the key event in the Scottish life sciences calendar. Now in its 25th year, it honours the top contributors in Scotland’s dynamic life sciences industry, recognising the individuals and organisations that have made significant impacts over the past year.

The CGF-BBIA BioInvest Clinic is a 7-hour 30-minute interactive session, bringing together pioneering entrepreneurs and expert investors. Hosted by Barclays Eagle Labs, this event provides an opportunity for start-ups to pitch directly to the CGF investment team, receive immediate feedback, and engage in valuable networking with fellow innovators.

Join us for a Mental Fitness workout and help ease your business - and personal stress - in our final Business Forum of 2024, hosted at Edinburgh Technopole with guest speaker Kate Flory, Certified Confidence and Mental Fitness Coach.

SCI’s ‘Livestock horizons beyond food production’ event caters to a broad audience interested in sustainability, agriculture, and innovation. Farmers and agricultural practitioners seeking sustainable livestock management techniques will find practical solutions.