Category Archives: Ecology

Nature for future Generations – where next?

Posted on May 25, 2018 by

Cath Denholm,  our Deputy Chair, shares reflections on this week’s British Ecological Society/UK Government Conservation Agencies’ Conference on nature for future generations. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I was invited to attend the Nature for Future Generations conference … Continue reading →

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Unlocking the secrets of connectivity in our seas

Posted on May 10, 2018 by

In partnership with Heriot-Watt University we’ve been exploring the genetic connectivity of selected horse mussel beds. The results of this work will help to inform our advice on management of Scotland’s Marine Protected Areas (MPA) network and understanding of the … Continue reading →

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Scottish Ecology, Environment and Conservation Conference 2018: Panel Debate

Posted on April 20, 2018 by

In this blog, Elsa Kivinen, a second year undergraduate studying Geography and sustainable development at St Andrews University, reflects on a lively debate at the third student conference #SEECC2018 What are the greatest environmental challenges facing Scotland? How do we … Continue reading →

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