Dr. Byram Bridle, a professor of immunology with the Department of Pathobiology at U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to The Guardian newspaper in the U.K. about whether extended quarantines might be harmful to children’s immune systems. Bridle said he’s concerned that limiting children’s exposure to the natural world, as has been done often […]
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Dr. Timothy Dewhirst of U of G’s Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies, contributed a commentary to the Toronto Star about why the controversy over recent NHL Department of Player Safety decisions has led to a watershed moment for the league’s brand identity. He said while the league is trying to evolve and align with […]
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University of Guelph researchers are studying the ethics of implementing a vaccine passport for COVID-19 for Ontarians and whether immunity certification would help minimize the spread of the disease. As vaccinations roll out across the province and Canada, some view an immunity passport as an appealing strategy to further reduce the virus’s spread. “The idea […]
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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Katherine (Katie) McElweenie, a fourth year B.Sc (Hons) biomed student, who passed away May 10. Condolences to Katie’s family may be shared through an online memorial on the Coutts Funeral Home website. A live stream of the private funeral service will be available May 22 […]
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With Ireland’s health service the latest victim of a significant ransomware attack, and reports that Colonial Pipeline in the U.S. paid a ransom to be released from a similar attack, a University of Guelph cybersecurity expert says it seems hat hackers are discovering that relatively unsophisticated attacks can be successful. Dr. Ali Dehghantanha is the […]
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The following updates are provided by the Return-to-Campuses steering committee. Province extends stay-at-home order The provincial government announced today that it will extend the current stay-at-home order until at least June 2. All those who can work from home are required to continue doing so. If you must come to a U of G facility […]
Cat owners can play an important role in preventing aggressive behaviour in their pets, a University of Guelph study suggests. Lead author Kristina O’Hanley, a PhD candidate in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Population Medicine, said the study found cats showed less aggression toward owners who use positive reinforcement to manage unwanted behaviours. Instances […]
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With many Canadian workplaces beginning to look forward to the day when employees can return to the office, some are considering hybrid models where those who can work from home do so more often. But how would that model affect workplace culture, and will those who work remotely be treated differently? University of Guelph management […]
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In times of collective instability and uncertainty, deep-seated racial stereotypes and prejudices rise to the surface, said Dr. Elaine Chang, School of English and Theatre Studies at the University of Guelph. May’s Asian Heritage Month, she said, is a good time to reflect on Canada’s varied and vital Asian culture and the immeasurable contribution that […]
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Dr. Anna Kate Shoveller, a professor in the Department of Animal Biosciences, spoke to the Toronto Star about whether pets needs customized foods based on “precision nutrition.” Shoveller said it would be great to see individualized nutrition for dogs and cats that would intersect with veterinary practice and be based on lab-work. She added that […]
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Psychology professor Dr. Harvey Marmurek spoke to CTVNews.ca and CBC London’s Afternoon Drive about his recent research on the problem gambling risk of those who bet on sports lotteries. The study, published in the Journal of Gambling Studies and completed with master’s students Alysha Cooper and Katrina Olfert in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, […]
The University of Guelph is committed to creating an open and transparent culture around preventing and addressing sexual violence. To support that goal, the University of Guelph recently formed its steering committee on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Violence, chaired by Dr. Gwen Chapman, provost and vice-president (academic). The committee will: Receive regular reports from the […]
A commonly used neonicotinoid pesticide may have significant lethal and sublethal effects on monarch butterflies, new University of Guelph research has revealed. The findings could offer another possible explanation for the massive decline in the North American monarch population over the last few decades. Led by U of G integrative biologist Dr. Ryan Norris, the […]
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The selection committee for the University of Guelph’s ninth president and vice-chancellor is seeking input and advice from the University community through an online survey. The committee will use this feedback, as well as the extensive feedback provided by the University community in fall 2019, to help develop the presidential position profile. “Input from our […]
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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Andrew Klaehn, an instructor in U of G’s School of Fine Art and Music, who passed away May 5. Condolences can be shared with Andrew’s loved ones through the Erb and Good Funeral Home website. Information on a memorial service will be shared in this […]
Dr. Maya Goldenberg, a professor in the Department of Philosophy, appeared on CBC Radio’s Cross Country Checkup to discuss the confusing messages about which of the COVID-19 vaccines are considered “safe.” Goldenberg, who specializes in the philosophy of science and medicine, said for those who are hesitant to get vaccines, it doesn’t matter if they’re […]
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Dr. Gard Otis, professor emeritus of insect ecology, spoke to the Waterloo Region Record about gypsy moth caterpillars, which have started to hatch in southwestern Ontario. While the caterpillars are notorious for defoliating trees, Otis said defoliation would only kill a tree if the tree were unhealthy and that for the most part, the forest […]
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The University of Guelph’s Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (CAMA) student chapter won the 2021 National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Student Marketing Competition held remotely last month. The team, consisting of nine Ontario Agricultural College students, competed against 23 other North American schools to grab top prize. The annual competition challenges students to develop a comprehensive marketing plan […]
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People who bet on professional sports games are at higher risk of developing problem gambling compared to other types of gamblers, according to a new University of Guelph study. Sport gambling itself is not to blame, but the personalities and habits of sports gamblers put them at higher risk of problems. The study, published in […]
Dear U of G community, May is Asian and South Asian Heritage Month in Ontario. It is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the many accomplishments of people of Asian and South Asian descent in our communities and at the University of Guelph.< People of Asian and South Asian descent began arriving in North America over […]