Decades after scientists first discovered a link between food dyes and cancer in animals, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has banned the use of red dye No. 3 in food and ingested drugs. Red dye No. 3, or erythrosine, is an artificial food colouring made from petroleum and used in ultra processed foods and […]
The Government of Ontario, the University of Guelph, and Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario are celebrating a year of world-class research, innovation, training and laboratory testing that have delivered sustainable solutions for Ontario’s $51-billion agri-food sector. In its first year of a renewed five-year agreement, the collaboration known as the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance contributed […]
An unexpected trip to the vet’s office can be costly, but a University of Guelph researcher says price isn’t the only factor that keeps some people from accessing veterinary care in Canada. Dr. Quinn Rausch, a postdoctoral fellow in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Clinical Studies, says people seeking care for their animals may […]
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Speaking to HuffPost, Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, discussed how to safely clean and maintain wooden spoons in the kitchen. […]
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Speaking to Newsweek, Dr. Julie Simmons, professor in the Department of Political Science, weighed in on the likelihood of Canada becoming the 51st state. […]
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Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics, spoke to Global News about reports of grocery stores underweighting meats. […]
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Dynasty, a University of Guelph dark red kidney bean innovation recognized for its high yield, disease resistance and adaptability, has become a leading choice for growers in Ontario and North America, and has now earned the University’s 2024 Innovation of the Year. This annual award from the University’s Office of Research and the Research Innovation […]
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Stargazers will have a chance to see six planets in alignment in late January — a so-called planetary parade that’s quite unique. Orbax, a physicist and science communicator for the Department of Physics in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Guelph, says six planets — Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus […]
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A University of Guelph veterinarian recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of E. coli bacteria has been named to the Order of Canada. Dr. Carlton Gyles was named an Officer of the Order in recognition of “his profound contributions to veterinary microbiology,” whose seminal studies “have led to new vaccines, improved infection control […]
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Cyberattacks, like the recent incident affecting GTA school boards, will become all too common this year, says a University of Guelph cybersecurity researcher. Dr. Ali Dehghantanha is a professor in the School of Computer Science and the Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence. He notes the educational sector is becoming a more attractive target for […]
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A world-leading scientist at the University of Guelph whose discoveries have revolutionized our understanding of food has been awarded one of the province’s highest honours. Dr. Alejandro Marangoni, professor in the Department of Food Science, Ontario Agricultural College and Tier I Canada Research Chair in Food, Health and Aging has been named to the Order of Ontario. “Dr. […]
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Wildfires are currently threatening large portions of southern California, including suburban Los Angeles. Dr. Ze’ev Gedalof is director of the Climate and Ecosystem Dynamics Research (CEDaR) laboratory, and a professor in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics. He says these fires are being amplified by a severe drought in 2024 and unusually strong Santa […]
UPDATE 02/03: The University of Guelph continues to monitor the number of self-reported cases of norovirus in residence. There is no longer evidence of continued spread in the residence community. The University of Guelph is aware of students living in residence on campus who are experiencing gastroenteritis caused by norovirus. This virus can be easily […]
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Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the Arrell Food Institute, discussed automated harvesting and the future of agriculture with The Globe and Mail. […]
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Dr. Ali Dehghantanha, Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat and professor in the School of Computer Science, spoke to Newsweek about a cybersecurity breach of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. […]
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Speaking to National Post, Dr. Jacqueline Murray, professor emerita in the College of Arts, discussed the history behind many Christmas traditions. […]
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By Jill Moffatt, PhD candidate at Laurentian University; Drs. Andrea Bundon, professor at the University of British Columbia; Ann Pegoraro, Lang Chair in Sport Management and professor at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph; and Kerry McGannon, professor at Laurentian University. This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a […]
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Dr. Scott Weese, infectious disease specialist in the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to NBC News about the presence of bird flu in cat food in the United States. […]
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Dr. Sean Lyons, professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke to Toronto Star about the role of media and marketing in creating generational identities. He also discussed generation Beta with Global News. […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, spoke to multiple news outlets about safely preparing and storing holiday food, including Toronto Star, CBC News and National Post. Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, also discussed holiday food safety with CBC News. […]
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