Scottish Tourism Month 2019: Ten Take-Aways
15 April 2019Scottish Tourism Month 2019 focused on future-proofing the industry, offering diverse perspectives on global, regional and local levels. #STM2019 events focused our thoughts on how to tackle the industry’s key challenges, sharing best practice, learning from others and finding ways to challenge our thinking. To recap, here are my 10 #STM2019 take-aways.
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How to create a winning awards entry
26 October 2017With just over 4 weeks to go until the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2018 applications deadline, here are some top tips for applying.
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Dumfries and Galloway’s hidden innovation
12 October 2017If you are familiar with Dumfries and Galloway you will recognise it as a rural farming area, boasting luscious green fields with wildlife, nature and forestry in abundance. It attracts tourists looking to get away from the bustle and stress of busy city lives (in fact Dumfries and Galloway is the most densely forested area in the UK). However, hidden away from sight are some of the most surprising innovative businesses that are trading not only in the UK but also globally.
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Softer skills do compute with industry engagement
27 September 2017I’ve always been interested in the practical side of computing; the ‘how do I use this’ aspect of programming. I want to know how I can use the technology to make an impact on whatever project I’m developing. I carry this through in my teaching so that I find ways to bring the student learning experience closer to what students need to know to work in a software development role after graduation.
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Why maths helps solve tomorrow’s big challenges
14 September 2017The challenges humanity faces, of which many are due to the ever-increasing population on the planet and our relentless demands on natural resources – energy, water, food, or our desire in greater numbers to travel faster and further, means we must find solutions urgently that address the vast levels of complexity they pose.
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Cereal innovators grow Hebridean barley
30 August 2017No two days are the same in my job; last month I found myself standing in a field of barley on the picturesque island of Raasay - in the torrential rain - wearing a dress and blazer!
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How refining data cracks hydrocarbon problems
17 August 2017Writing as someone who has spent his academic career studying problem-solving techniques, it is always interesting and rewarding to have real-world problems to solve.
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IP and inspiration for SMEs
04 August 2017Innovation is viewed as a key driver to improving Scotland’s productivity and increasing our international competitiveness. I invite you to join us at Venturefest, a Summit for Innovation.
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Summer’s here!
27 July 2017As I write this, the rain drips down incessantly and peering at the grey sky fails to give me any hope of a ray of sunshine today. Slugs and snails are enjoying tasty feasts in my garden and my attempts at improving my golf are on hold for another few weeks.
But it is not all despair for the Scottish summer – there are lots of positive signs around!
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Bike business with big ambitions
21 July 2017Deep in Argyll you will find a man passionate about making our roads safer. Clive Rumbold from MotoScotland believes training motorcycle riders in varied off-road skills will reduce the number of serious accidents involving motorcycles.
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From clothes to digital, call the connectors!
13 July 2017Scotland is an innovative and creative country and I am delighted through my role with Interface (based in Aberdeen), I can support local companies on their innovation journeys by connecting them into universities to help them solve their challenges and grow their business.
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