Prof. Lawrence Goodridge, Department of Food Science, spoke to the Weather Network on why the arrival of barbecue season often means an increased risk of foodborne illness. Goodridge said that people often cook raw meat on the BBQ but often fail to cook foods as long as they should. There are sometimes several cooks working […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, a microbiologist at the Ontario Agricultural College, explained some of the food poisoning risks of barbecuing to The Weather Network. Goodridge said the risk comes from cross-contamination between raw meats and produce, and not following proper preparation protocols. He also provided tips on how to prevent food poisoning while barbecuing. A […]
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Summer convocation 2020 at the University of Guelph is far from ordinary. But extraordinary efforts have been made to ensure the achievements of grads are applauded. Although convocation ceremonies have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and graduates will have a chance to attend a future in-person ceremony when possible, a significant effort on […]
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The Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a federal law preventing third parties, such as insurance companies and employers, from demanding genetic information from individuals. The University of Guelph has an expert who can offer comment on the legislation. Michael Hoy is a professor of economics at U of G’s Gordon S. Lang School of […]
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There is no charge to park on campus this summer, but you have to follow the rules if you don’t want a ticket. Obey all parking signs and only park your vehicle in designated spots. Tickets will be issued for parking infractions including: Parking in a tow away zone Parking in an accessible space without […]
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The human resources program in U of G’s Department of Management has been recognized as one of the Top 5 best HR schools in Canada by Your Workplace magazine. The July-August edition of the magazine notes that the human resources management program is offered with the Bachelor of Commerce program at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics Nita Chhinzer, […]
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Norm O’Reilly, a professor in the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management, spoke with several news outlets about the push for many sports franchises to change their names that many have deemed racists or offensive. O’Reilly spoke with Global News Edmonton about the CFL team there that is reviewing the use of the word […]
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Prof. Kate Puddister, who researches police accountability with the Department of Political Science, spoke to the Toronto Star about the the probe that will soon begin into how Toronto police handled the case of Dafonte Miller, a Black man who lost his eye in a December, 2016, confrontation with two off-duty Toronto police offers. Puddister […]
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The following update is provided by the Return-to-Campuses steering committee. Physical distancing continues to be a priority, and access to campus remains limited to those approved to be on campus. For now, staff, faculty and graduate students able to work from home should continue to do so. Please do not come to campus unless you are […]
The Globe and Mail spoke with Prof. Amy Greer, Department of Population Medicine, for an article that examined whether Canadian public health authorities have taken the right approach to handing the COVID-19 pandemic. Several health leaders have written an open letter to the prime minister and premiers calling for a pandemic approach that allows most […]
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Prof. Faisal Moola, Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics, spoke to CBC Toronto about how the pandemic is reminding many Torontonians about their lack of access to parks in the city’s downtown and low-income areas. Moola noted that access to green space helps to reduce stress, promote physical activity, and filter out air pollutants.” He […]
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New University of Guelph research reveals that only 13 per cent of dogs and one-third of cats are eating conventional pet foods exclusively, a finding that could mean that some pet owners are putting their animals’ health at risk. While most pets (79 per cent dogs, 90 per cent cats) were offered conventional pet food, […]
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With several airlines saying they will no longer impose physical distancing policies on flights and polls suggesting Canadians travellers are not eager to fly, a University of Guelph expert says there may be ways to encourage more potential air travellers to board planes again. Prof. Marion Joppe, from the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism […]
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With record heat stretching from Ontario to the Atlantic provinces, a University of Guelph expert is warning pet owners to be cautious when exercising their pets outdoors. Prof. Shane Bateman, an emergency and critical care specialist in the Health Sciences Centre at U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College, said while most pet owners know not […]
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Both The Globe and Mail Books section and the Toronto Star books editor included a new book by School of Environmental Sciences professor Madhur Anand in their lists of the best summer reads. This Red Line Goes Straight to Your Heart, published on June 30, tells the stories of Anand’s parents, their tale of immigration […]
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With the NHL making plans to restart the hockey season that was halted by the COVID-19 crisis, the NBA getting set to begin hosting games in Orlando, Fla., and Major League Baseball preparing to release its game schedule, what kind of money is on the line? The University of Guelph has an expert who can […]
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Prof. Matthew Hayday, Department of History, spoke to several media outlets about how this Canada Day has been different from recent previous ones but not altogether unique. Hayday explained to the Vancouver Sun that Canada has a “rich history of ‘distanced celebrations’” and that radio, TV and now online broadcasts have often brought us together. […]
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Reusable face masks that help reduce the spread of COVID-19 are the goal of a novel nanotechnology-based research project at the University of Guelph supported by federal funding worth $50,000. In what U of G chemistry professor Aicheng Chen called one of a few such projects under way, he aims to develop unique anti-viral nanocomposites for […]
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National Geographic spoke with Prof. Byram Bridle, a viral immunologist at U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College, about how effective a new COVID-19 vaccine will need to be. With several potential vaccines under development, will we take the first one that becomes available, even if it works on only half of patients? the magazine asked. […]
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Prof. Mike von Massow, a food economist in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, spoke with Global News about how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed Canada’s meat processing industry. Von Massow said plants in Alberta have introduced PPE for workers, installed plastic barriers between workers to reduce air flow, and staggered employees’ start […]
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