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BioInnovation Wales Podcast

  • Microalgae - Progress Towards a Circular Economy

    1 APR 2022 · Microalgae are extremely diverse, and so are their uses. They can play an important role in a multitude of fields, some of which have yet to be discovered. In this podcast, Jose Gayo from Swansea University explains why microalgae has been at the center of attention of the scientific community in recent years and their multiple uses; from a sustainable source of food, feed ingredients, cosmetics, biopharmaceuticals, renewable energy and much more.
    26m 48s
  • The Health and Welfare of Welsh Livestock

    1 APR 2022 · The subject of animal health and welfare is not a new one but has certainly become a hot topic recently, as those against livestock production use examples of poor health and welfare to discredit the industry; whilst the industry itself looks at how health and welfare can be maintained or improved, not only to create a better impression but also because happy, healthy animals generally create a more sustainable production system. In this episode, Dr Neil MacKintosh of Aberystwyth University explains about what is meant by animal health and welfare and the role research plays in ensuring animals are healthy and happy.
    31m 58s
  • Can the Welsh dairy, beef and sheep sectors be sustainable?

    11 NOV 2021 · Dr Neil MacKintosh of Aberystwyth University explains what is meant by sustainability and how the Welsh food industry might have to change in the future. He also talks about the distance learning opportunities through BioInnovation Wales and, in particular, the module on Sustainable Supply Systems.
    29m 1s
  • Plastic Packaging: Problems, Progress and Prospects

    11 NOV 2021 · Dr Mathew Jones of Aberystwyth University talks about the pros and cons of plastics and their use in the packaging industry. He also shares details of the Future of Packaging distance learning module offered through BioInnovation Wales.
    20m 35s

BioInnovation Wales offers distance learning courses to those looking to up-skill or simply learn more about a new subject. Training is delivered on-line with optional workshops, where appropriate, and courses...

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BioInnovation Wales offers distance learning courses to those looking to up-skill or simply learn more about a new subject. Training is delivered on-line with optional workshops, where appropriate, and courses can be taken as CPD or built towards a range of postgraduate qualifications.

Our modules are all focused around the circular economy, with a number of these centered around food and drink production and processing. The project is a partnership between Aberystwyth and Swansea Universities and has been supported by the European Social Fund through the Welsh Government.

More information can be found at https://bioinnovationwales.org.uk/
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