The discovery of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza across in Canada is worrisome, say University of Guelph experts, who are concerned an uncontrolled spread of the new subtype lays the groundwork for a potential human flu pandemic. Dr. Shayan Sharif is an immunologist in the Department of Pathobiology in the Ontario Veterinary College, who specializes […]
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March 31 is International Day of Transgender Visibility. Want to take steps as an ally? Register for U of G’s Positive Space Training! Developed with input from members of the University’s LGBTQ2SIA+ community, the Positive Space Project online training helps develop important skills and resources needed to foster an inclusive living, learning and working environment […]
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With finals coming up, there couldn’t be a better time for “stress-busting” activities for University of Guelph students. On April 7, Student Wellness will partner with a Grade 9 class from St. John’s-Kilmarnock School (SJK) to host COVID-safe games in Branion Plaza for U of G students as part of an event called Students Supporting […]
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Environmental microbiologist Dr. Jackie Goordial explained the importance of microbes in the fourth episode of CBC Gem’s comedy and nature documentary “Frick, I Love Nature.” Goordial said that microbes are responsible for 70 per cent of nutrient cycling, including that of oxygen, and that “they form the foundation of everything we know,” essentially creating life […]
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The following updates are provided by the Return-to-Campuses steering committee. Updated isolation requirements from provincial government The Government of Ontario recently updated its isolation requirements for those who are close contacts of or who live with someone who has COVID-19. If you test positive for COVID-19 or are experiencing symptoms, isolate and visit U of G’s What to […]
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This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. By Dr. Jim Petrik, Biomedical Sciences, Dr. Lauren Grant, Environmental and Public Health, Dr. Michelle Oblak, Soft Tissue and Oncologic Surgery and Dr. Shayan Sharif associate dean, Research and Graduate Studies Our animal companions bring us joy and love us unconditionally. There […]
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Anxiety provoked by the COVID-19 pandemic is promoting unethical behaviour in the workplace, according to new University of Guelph research. Dr. Laurie Barclay, professor and Lang Chair in Leadership in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, noted that the recent increase in anxiety as a result of the pandemic has important implications […]
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Canada’s first green bonds have proven popular, but a University of Guelph finance expert wonders whether that popularity will last if inflation continues to rise. Dr. Nikola Gradojevic is a professor in the Department of Economics and Finance in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics. His research interests include empirical asset pricing, […]
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Even during COVID-19 lockdowns, students found Dr. Martin Holland’s door “open” when they needed help navigating academic decisions in the bachelor of landscape architecture (BLA) program. Holland’s commitment to student success as a BLA faculty adviser in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development (SEDRD) helped earn him the University of Guelph’s 2022 Excellence […]
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New University of Guelph research is proving the old adage “apples to apples” may need some rethinking after a new study found apples are worth comparing and that texture and flavour are what drive consumer preferences. Specifically, the study found a crisp texture and a sweet, honey-like taste are most popular. U of G graduate […]
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The new Liberal-NDP plan for a national dental care program could reduce the “tremendous inequalities” in Canada’s oral health, argues a University of Guelph historian. Dr. Catherine Carstairs is a professor in the Department of History within the College of Arts who examines the history of health and medicine. Her upcoming book, The Smile Gap: […]
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Dr. Timothy Dewhirst, a marketing professor in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies, commented on the NHL team’s new jerseys in a column for the Toronto Star. In the commentary, Dewhirst said the Leafs’ new “Next Gen” jerseys appear to be more of a branding strategy and that they fail to reflect the […]
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Dr. Alex Smith, an integrative biologist, and Aaron Fairweather, a PhD student in the School of Environmental Sciences, discussed ants in an episode of CBC’s new nature comedy and documentary series “Frick, I Love Nature.” Smith explained ant warfare and said ants from different colonies will fight due to a lack of resources per ant. Fairweather described the roles ants take […]
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The University of Guelph’s investments in teaching and research, people and organizations generate $8.6 billion for the national economy, according to the latest U of G economic impact report. The University contributes more than $2-billion worth of GDP to the local economy annually, including sustaining more than 13,400 jobs and generating $686 million in labour […]
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Agricultural economist Dr. Alfons Weersink explained how the Russian-Ukrainian conflict is affecting global wheat prices to The National Post. Weersink referenced previously named reasons for the price hike, such as Ukraine and Russia being major wheat exporters. He said the disruption to the supply chain has caused wheat prices to rise by 50 percent since […]
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Harnessing the University of Guelph’s “genius” to improve the world is the top priority for Dr. Charlotte Yates, who was installed Saturday as the University’s ninth president and vice-chancellor. She becomes U of G’s first woman president. A respected scholar, teacher, researcher, policy adviser and academic leader, Yates said during her installation address that she […]
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Evolutionary and genome biologist Dr. T. Ryan Gregory spoke to TVO‘s The Agenda about the newest COVID-19 wave in Ontario. Gregory analyzed Ontario’s vulnerability to a new subvariant of Omicron, BA.2, that has been spreading globally, and that is biologically and genetically different from the original Omicron strain, BA.1. He posited that if the […]
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Food economist Dr. Mike von Massow explained to City News Radio, in an interview that aired on several radio stations, why food prices continue to rise. He described the situation as “death by a thousand cuts” and said that recent CP Rail strikes in Western Canada, rising fuel prices and transportation costs are all factors […]
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Plenty of people are birdwatchers. But squirrel watchers? Encouraging people to pay closer attention to these charismatic rodents as a potential “gateway” to nature is the goal of a new mobile app developed by University of Guelph students. The Squirrel Life Community Project, an app for capturing behaviour of squirrels worldwide – including chipmunks, prairie […]
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Amid news of Ukraine’s unfolding refugee crisis are reports of racism directed against some people as they attempt to cross borders and escape Russia’s invasion. To University of Guelph psychologist Dr. Saba Safdar, those instances are examples of an ethnic divide and double standards toward refugees. A professor in the Department of Psychology in the College […]
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