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  • 29 Apr
    Event

    Innes Lecture 2025 – Following the Pepper: Black Berries, Asian Trade and European Empires

    The 2025 Innes Lecture, Following the Pepper: Black Berries, Asian Trade and European Empires, will take place on 29th April at the John Innes Conference centre. Speaker: Professor Sujit Sivasundaram, University of Cambridge Doors at 18:00 (Tea and biscuits available) Lecture begins at 18:30 Tickets are free but must be booked via this link. Book your tickets –...

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  • Blog

    What makes a Neurodiversity ally?

    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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  • Farmers Weekly Awards 2024 - Game Changer: Prof. Cristobal Uauy, Group Leader at the John Innes Centre located in Norwich, Norfolk.

Cristobal is pictured with his research projects in the glasshouses at the JIC - specifically Cristóbal is the Group Leader in wheat genetics and genomics at the John Innes Centre. His programme focuses on using genetics and genomics to improve both yield and quality components in wheat. His lab uses molecular genetic approaches to identify genes involved in wheat productivity traits and enhance the translation of this knowledge into improved varieties for farmers, industry and citizens. 


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    Press Release

    Professor Uauy appointed as Director of the John Innes Centre

    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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  • 10 Mar
    Event

    Mendel Memorial Medal Ceremony

    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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