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Team Leader of the Scientific Research Council (SRC) Food Product Development Unit, Dr. Grace-Ann Junor.

Stakeholders Urged to Participate In SRC Food Production Workshops

Businesses, community groups and individuals seeking to strengthen their food production capabilities are being encouraged to take advantage of training workshops offered by the Scientific Research Council (SRC). Team Leader of the SRC’s Food Product Development Unit, Dr. Grace-Ann Junor,...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, delivers the keynote address during a Founders’ Weekend event at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) in Portland, recently.

Gov’t Reaffirms Support for College of Agriculture, Science and Education

President of the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) Alumni Association, Everett Hyatt, speaks during the recent Founders’ Weekend event at the institution in Portland.

CASE Past Students Urged to Stay Connected to Institution

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (standing) engages with stakeholders from academia, the private sector and Government during a Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation, at the AC Marriott Hotel in Kingston on Friday (Feb.6).

‘House of Innovation’ to Drive STI for National Development

Jamaicans Warned Not to Overshare Personal Information Online

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, speaking at the Scientific Research Council’s (SRC) recent Conversation in Science 2025 event held at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

3 months ago Hurricane Relief & RecoveryScienceTechnology

Jamaica “Building Forward” in the Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa – Dr. Wheatley

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says the Government is focused on “building forward” in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. The strategy is not just aimed at restoring damaged infrastructure but strengthening the country’s climate resilience. “We must build forward colleagues. We cannot just think...

Marketing and Corporate Communications Manager of the Scientific Research Council, Carolyn Rose Miller.

4 months ago Science

SRC Invites Public to Take Part in Virtual Science Conversation

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is inviting the public to participate virtually in the next instalment of its Conversations in Science series, today (November 27). The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. under the theme ‘Weathering the Future: Science, Food Security and Smart Infrastructure for a Resilient Jamaica’. Individuals can access the session live from YouTube, Zoom and Facebook on...

Team Leader for Analytical Services at the Scientific Research Council, Ray-Anne Shaw Phillips.

4 months ago ScienceTechnology

SRC Urges Vigilance Over Food Safety

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is urging Jamaicans to exercise heightened caution, as the country faces increased risks of gastroenteritis and other food and water-borne illnesses, following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Team Leader for the SRC’s Analytical Services Department, Ray-Anne Shaw Phillips, said Jamaicans should be on alert for symptoms associated with the illness. These typically include vomiting, diarrhoea,...

Team Leader for Analytical Services at the Scientific Research Council, Ray-Anne Shaw Phillips, says the organisation understands the challenges people are facing and is ready to provide the support needed to ensure their essential resources remain safe.

4 months ago Science

SRC Ready to Offer Food and Water Testing to Safeguard Public Health

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is reaffirming its commitment to stand with communities and businesses recovering from the recent hurricane, offering reliable food and water testing to help safeguard public health during this vulnerable period. Team Leader for Analytical Services at the SRC, Ray-Anne Shaw Phillips, says the organisation understands the challenges people are facing and is ready to provide...

Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council, Dr. Charah Watson.

5 months ago ScienceTechnology

Science and Technology on Display Throughout November

As Science and Technology Month approaches, Jamaicans are being encouraged to participate in the upcoming activities of the Scientific Research Council (SRC) and join in celebrations of the transformative power of science and technology. Science and Technology Month is observed annually in November. Executive Director of the SRC, Dr. Charah Watson, said the month-long celebration coincides with the Council’s 65th...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right, standing), and Co-Founder of ‘iamtheCODE’ (IATC) Caribbean, Mariéme McIntosh Robinson (left, standing), observe as Founder of the ‘iamtheCODE’ global initiative, Lady Mariéme Jamme (left, seated), and Co-Founder of iamtheCODE Caribbean (IATCC), Nadeen Matthews Blair, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalise the implementation of a 12-week digital, coding and leadership programme for underserved Jamaican youth. The MOU was signed during the recent (IATCC) press launch at S Hotel in Kingston.

5 months ago EducationScienceTechnologyYouth

Jamaica Becomes 89th Nation to Launch UN-Endorsed ‘iamtheCODE’ Youth Empowerment Initiative

Jamaica has become the 89th country to launch ‘iamtheCODE’, a global charity endorsed by the United Nations (UN). Founded by Senegalese-born French social entrepreneur, Lady Mariéme Jamme, iamtheCODE is committed to advancing education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and Design (STEAMD). In Jamaica, the programme will be spearheaded by iamtheCODE Caribbean (IATCC) co-founders, Nadeen Matthews Blair and Mariame McIntosh...

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Caribbean Climate Innovation Centre (CCIC), Carlinton Burrell (left), interacts with the winners of the ScaleItUp Accelerator pitch competition on ‘Demo Day’, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston on Wednesday (September 24). They are (from second left) Towerfarms’ Operations Manager Kerrie-Anne Gray; founder of Phinetic, Joanna Anderson; and Damani Thomas, creator of Carbon Neutral Initiative.

6 months ago Climate ChangeDevelopmentInnovationScienceTechnology

Three Climate Entrepreneurs are Scale-It-Up Accelerator Pitch Winners

After eight weeks of intensive training designed to help climate-focused entrepreneurs move beyond the start-up phase, three businesses are on the way to scaling up, having been selected as the winners of the Caribbean Climate Innovation Centre (CCIC) ScaleItUp Accelerator. The winners – Damani Thomas’ Carbon Neutral Initiative; Towerfarms owned by John Mark Clayton and Kerrie-Anne Gray; and Joanna Anderson’s...