Our people

In this section, you will find profiles of our staff members, showcasing their professional backgrounds, research interests, and contributions to the Institute’s goals.

We invite you to explore these profiles to learn more about the talented individuals who make The James Hutton Institute a leader in environmental and agricultural research. At the heart of our Institute is a fantastic team of scientists, researchers, and support staff, each bringing their own unique skills and passion to the organisation.

Carla Barlagne

Rural & Agricultural Economist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Lynne Batik

IT Analyst

Dr Micha Bayer

Bioinformatics Specialist

Graham Begg

Head of Agroecology group
T: +44 (0)1382 568817

Naomi Beingessner

Social Researcher in Transformative Land Management
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Dr Clara Benavent Celma

Research Scientist (Microbiology)

Fiona Bender

Research Assistant

Glyn Bengough

Honorary Associate
T: +44 (0)1382 568792

Damian Bienkowski

Post Doc Researcher
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Nick Birch

Honorary Associate
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Paul Birch

T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Helaina Black

Honorary Associate
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Kirsty Blackstock

Qualitative Social Scientist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)

Dr Maricela Blair

Hydro Nation Policy Officer

Bettina Blanke

Laboratory assistant

Petra Boevink

Cell / Molecular Biologist
T: +44 (0)344 928 5428 (*)
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