Midlothian Science Zone Business Forum: Introduction the the new Engineering Biology Hub on easter Bush Campus

Tuesday 14th April 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Roslin Institute, Boardroom, Easter Bush Campus

The next Midlothian Science Zone Business Forum will take place on the University of Edinburgh’s Easter Bush Campus. The event will be led by Professor Mark Stevens (Interim Director of the Roslin Institute) and Dr Finn Grey (Senior Research Fellow), who will showcase the newly established Engineering Biology Hub for Future Farmed Animals at the Roslin Institute.



A pioneering initiative

The EB Hub builds on decades of world-leading research into the genetic basis of complex traits in livestock species. 

By integrating this expertise with cutting-edge engineering biology approaches, the Hub accelerates innovation across its core research themes to deliver practical advances in livestock farming.: 

  • Target Discovery and Validation
  • Tractable In Vitro Models
  • Reproductive Technologies and Genome Engineering



The EB Hub brings together technical expertise, state-of-the-art infrastructure and specialist training, to foster commercialisation opportunities, and translate research into real-world impact.

This Forum session will highlight ongoing research projects, research capability and partnership opportunities within the EB Hub.


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business engagement in the zone

Don’t miss this unique opportunity for an introduction to the new Engineering Biology Hub on  the University of Edinburgh’s Easter Bush Campus.

Midlothian Science Zone Business Forum is hosted several times a year to encourage engagement and collaboration between organisations 'in the zone'. It aims to bring together a wide range of businesses to identify shared support needs, collaborative opportunities and share knowledge across the region; signposting to research, expertise and business services. 

On-site parking is available on Easter Bush Campus and light refreshments will be provided.



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