For more than two decades, the Scientific Research Council (SRC) has been leading the charge in wastewater treatment innovation in Jamaica. Through the development of anaerobic wastewater treatment technology, the SRC is providing a sustainable and energy-efficient solution to address the island’s water management challenges. The SRC’s Process Development Manager, Arlando Dunkley, says this technology stands out from conventional systems,...

For many, engaging in Food Safety is simply a profession, but for Allison Richards, it transcends that boundary – it is a calling rooted in a lifelong passion for healthier living and community empowerment. With more than a decade of experience as a Regulatory Inspector, an educational foundation that includes dual majors in Botany and Zoology from the University of...

Several students of the Lister Mair/Gilby High School for the Deaf can now confidently venture into the soap-making industry, with certification from the Scientific Research Council (SRC). This follows a free training session, held on the school grounds in Gordon Town, St. Andrew, recently, that engaged more than 20 students. The journey towards this workshop began with Tainia Taylor, a...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says late Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Dr. Daniel Dawes, made a significant contribution to Jamaica’s technological advancement. “Under his remarkable leadership, the USF navigated through some of the most challenging times, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Dawes immediately understood that technology was not...

Jamaican Scientist, Dr. Conrad Douglas is the recipient of the Silver Musgrave Medal in Science for his work in the area of science and technology and innovation in industry and the environment. He received the award during a ceremony hosted recently by the Institute of Jamaica (IOJ) at the Philip Sherlock Centre for the Creative Arts. “I am happy with...

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) has been creating new economic opportunities for Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) through free agro-processing training. This initiative aligns with the SRC's vision to leverage scientific expertise and knowledge, to drive positive change and achieve long-term development, ultimately improving the well-being of all Jamaicans. Community Development Coordinator at the SRC, Yanique Rodgers tells JIS News that the...

While other countries are still on course with inspiring greater female participation in science and technology, Jamaica is moving towards persuading boys. Taking the lead in this mammoth task is the Scientific Research Council (SRC) in Kingston. Under the guidance of Dr. Charah Watson, its Executive Director, the SRC has set the ball rolling with implementing developmental programmes that do...

It all started on January 25, 1910 with the establishment of the Government Farm School. Today, after existing in other predecessor institutions, namely the Jamaica School of Agriculture, the College of Agriculture and the Passley Gardens Teachers’ College, the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) stands 114 years strong as a trailblazer among local educational institutions. Unlike its predecessors,...