Top scientists join SAIC board
THE Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed five industry experts to its board, to provide objective scientific advice on future projects.
The five new members of the Independent Scientific Panel are Dr Lydia Brown MBE, Dr Hans Bjelland, Dr Heather Moore, Dr Clive Talbot and Dr Hamish Rodger.
The panel is made up of nine members, who bring together extensive knowledge of aquaculture research from around the world.
The team, chaired by Professor Julie Fitzpatrick of the Moredun Research Institute, guides SAIC’s work by reviewing project proposals and reports, supporting research partnerships and providing scientific support and guidance.
Commenting on the new appointments, Professor Fitzpatrick, said: ‘We’re proud to build a network that has the potential to boost growth and development, helping the Scottish aquaculture industry to thrive.
‘SAIC plays an important role in supporting innovation across the sector and our talented panel is well placed to support the collaborative projects aimed at tackling some of the industry’s main challenges.’
David Gregory, chairman of SAIC, added: ‘We are working hard to ensure the sustainable growth across the aquaculture sector – including one of Scotland’s most important food exports.
‘With industry renowned experts from a wide range of backgrounds strengthening our scientific panel, SAIC has access to the skills and knowledge to support growth in the sector.
‘We’re continuing to harness the benefits of collaboration, encouraging producers and academia to work together on projects which have the potential to influence big changes in the sector – with valuable input from our scientific panel.’