Outstanding contribution to science and farming recognised

Moredun Foundation has awarded an honorary fellowship to researcher Stephen Wright, for his contribution to scientific and farming communities.

Stephen, more commonly known as Steve, has increased scientific knowledge and understanding of Cryptosporidium – a waterborne parasite that causes disease in both humans and livestock.

It is thanks to his efforts that Moredun Research Institute – the governing body of the foundation – and Moredun Scientific currently have a research group working on Cryptosporidium.

Though now retired, Steve worked at Moredun Research Institute for nearly 30 years and has continued to provide support in the form of intellectual and practical advice, as well as hands-on assistance, whenever required.

He was awarded the honorary fellowship on September 5, at the foundation's Annual General Meeting.

"Steve's scientific skills and knowledge have significantly improved our knowledge of the biology of Cryptosporidium parasites," said foundation chairman, Ian Duncan Millar.

"[His work] has been invaluable to those involved in veterinary public health and protecting the environment from contamination with this important pathogen."

Moredun is one of the top ten animal research institutes worldwide, focusing on infectious diseases of livestock caused by important viruses, bacteria and parasites.

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