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Kickstarting in Midlothian Science Zone
There are many opportunities working in science related roles and other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) based activities which offer young people variety and career progression.
MSZ Business Forum introduced to core facilities on Easter Bush Campus
Midlothian Science Zone Business Forum delegates were introduced to Easter Bush Campus core facilities and some unique equipment, including imaging, that are accessible to researchers in the animal health, avian and aquaculture sectors, located in the zone or beyond.
AbacusBio and Bayer expand collaboration to additional crops and geographies
Following a successful year of collaboration, AbacusBio and Bayer have agreed to expand their partnership in the area of predictive plant breeding. This marks AbacusBio’s largest collaboration to date, which is anticipated to have a far-reaching impact along numerous crop supply chains.
MSZ Business Forum meet an entrepreneur progressing cancer research
Midlothian Business Forum welcomed a rising star and award-winning entrepreneur Ishani Malhotri, founder and CEO of Carcinotech on Tuesday 12th October to learn more about her entrepreneurial journey and success in the manufacturing of 3D cancer research models to enable accurate testing and treatment.
AI’s future stars join Edinburgh accelerator
A body-sizing app to improve online shopping, 3D printed tumours to test cancer drugs, and a mental health early warning monitor are among the 12 innovations selected for the next University of Edinburgh AI Accelerator.
MSZ Business Forum learn more about aquaculture opportunities
Midlothian businesses joined the MSZ Business Forum on Tuesday 3rd August to learn more about the latest research, developments and opportunities in aquaculture, core capabilities within the zone and the importance of this growing sector.
Midlothian businesses encouraged to sign Midlothian Business Green Pledge
A newly launched Carbon Charter and Green Pledge is designed to support businesses in the transition to being a green business, demonstrating their commitment to the Scottish Government and Midlothian Council’s Net Zero ambitions.
A COVID story from the heart of Midlothian
Our lives changed in 2020 in a way no one could have imagined as we faced a world-wide pandemic. On both a global and local scale, the impact has been significant to health, society and the economy for all segments of the population.
MSZ Business Forum discuss agritech support and services
Midlothian businesses joined the MSZ Business Forum on Tuesday 4th May to learn more about the services and support of Agri-EPI Centre and the Northern Hub to enable greater innovation in agriculture.
Pollinators make a B-Line through Midlothian
B-Lines are a series of 'insect pathways' running through our countryside and towns - and Midlothian Science Zone is now on the map, recognised for its wildflower-rich habitats of benefit to bees, butterflies and other wildlife.