A consortium led by sustainable aquaculture innovators Aquanzo Ltd has received funding to investigate the feasibility of farming artemia, a small marine shrimp similar to krill, as an alternative circular produced marine protein for young chickens, known as broilers.

Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) funding helps to further understanding of animal genetics and infectious diseases, with the Roslin Institute to benefit from a share of the £376m to support its research into pioneering animal bioscience.

VectorBuilder, a global leader in gene delivery technologies, announces the opening of a new office Edinburgh Technopole, part of the Pioneer Group, in Midlothian Science Zone.

Beta Bugs Ltd, an insect innovator based in Midlothian Science Zone, is among those thriving for a better future together with the help of the Black Soldier Fly - and keep the industry informed with Beta Buzz, the company's insect farming publication.

Ingenza, a pioneer in engineering biology, celebrates its 20 year anniversary with an event for esteemed colleagues and guests, including many of the company's international customers and those who have helped the company grow over the past 20 years.

Innovative companies based in Midlothian Science Zone triumphed at Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards 2023, winning three out of the seven award categories.