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In our journey towards creating truly inclusive workplaces, understanding Neurodiversity allyship has become increasingly important. But what does it mean to be a Neurodiversity ally, and how can we meaningfully support our Neurodivergent colleagues? We spoke to some of our colleagues to find out.
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Professor Noel Ellis has been awarded a prestigious honour in recognition of his long and distinguished service to the legacy of the ‘Father of Genetics’, Gregor Mendel
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The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Nutrition for Development and representatives from United Against Malnutrition & Hunger visited the Norwich Research Park, to see how scientists are finding homegrown scientific innovations to help solve this longstanding local and global problem.
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At the John Innes Centre, diversity is at the heart of what we do. Just as we celebrate and leverage biodiversity in our research to solve global challenges in plant and microbial science, we recognise that Neurodiversity - differences in how people think, process, and interact with the world - is equally vital to our success.
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Following an international search, Professor Cristóbal Uauy has been appointed as the next Director of the John Innes Centre. Professor Uauy is internationally recognised for his significant contribution to the development of resources and tools available to the wheat research community which allow for the rapid identification of genes for key traits.
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In late January, thirteen research leaders and senior staff from seven separate UK based institute and university organisations gathered at the John Innes Centre to undertake leadership training specifically tailored for enhancing gender awareness as part of the Rosalind Franklin Women in Wheat Champions programme.
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Evidence has emerged about the way bacteria become resistant to multiple drugs. The findings by a John Innes Centre research team add to our understanding of antimicrobial resistance, one of the top threats to global public health.
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We are delighted to announce that the Mendelianum will present the Mendel Memorial Medal to Professor Noel Ellis at the John Innes Centre on Monday 10th March. The Mendel Memorial Medal is awarded annually to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the scientific and cultural legacy of Gregor Mendel and genetics. Please join...
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An international collaboration has achieved an important breakthrough in understanding the genetic mechanisms that allow bacteria to build resistance to drugs
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