Prof. Karyn Freedman, Philosophy, was quoted in a story in the Globe and Mail Aug. 6 on the personal cost of sexual assault. She was also featured in two articles in the current issue of University Affairs. One article focusses on how her award-winning book One Hour in Paris, fills a gap in trauma studies. The second […]
Prof Searches for Clues to Antibacterial Resistance
Antibiotics have saved millions of lives by killing the bacteria that make people sick. But the bacteria are now fighting back, as more of them become resistant to those important medications. Molecular epidemiologist Prof. Patrick Boerlin is working with researchers in the United States and Alberta on several projects, studying antibiotic resistance in bacteria from […]
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Engineering Prof Receives International Award
A University of Guelph engineering professor has been recognized with an international award for his contributions to nanotechnology in food safety, agriculture and animal health. Suresh Neethirajan received the Young Engineer of the Year Award from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. The society includes more than 40 Universities across the Northeast United States […]
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Genomics Project Gets $10.3 Million
Research at the University of Guelph and University of Alberta that will use genomics to improve feed efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions has received $10.3 million in support. The project headed by U of G adjunct professor Filippo Miglior and Alberta professor Paul Stothard was one of 11 nationwide to receive funding earlier this […]
Experts Gather to Discuss Bee Shortage
The challenges facing the world’s bee populations will be front and centre as bee experts from across North America descend on the University of Guelph Aug. 10 to 14. The Eastern Apicultural Society is holding its annual conference at U of G, returning to Canada for the first time since 1992. More than 500 bee […]
U of G Prof Receives Funding for NASA Soil Research
A University of Guelph geography professor using a NASA satellite to study global soil moisture levels has received a $280,000 boost from the Canadian Space Agency. Aaron Berg’s research project was one of five nationwide to receive funding announced this week. (Listen to Prof. Berg discuss his research with CBC radio). Berg and his U […]
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Profs, Researchers In the News
Geography Prof. Aaron Berg was on CBC radio July 30 discussing his research involving a NASA satellite. Berg’s project is one of five nationally to receive funding this week from the Canadian Space Agency.Berg and his U of G team are using information gathered by NASA’s Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) satellite to help farmers and […]
CFI Invests $600,000 in U of G Research
University of Guelph researchers working to fight human and avian diseases, develop new antimicrobials, and improve plant genetics received nearly $600,000 in federal support today. The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is funding five U of G research projects spanning three colleges. Ed Holder, minister of state (science and technology), made the announcement during an […]
Genomics Research Helps Breeders Select the Next Generation of Cattle
Prof. Christine Baes uses whole genome sequencing to identify genetic variations that promote desirable traits […]
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OAC Students Win at National Weed Science Contest
Four undergraduate and two graduate teams from the Ontario Agricultural College competed at the National Weed Science Contest earlier this month at the Ohio State University Research Farm. More than 200 students from 25 schools participated. Competing in the northeast conference, OAC undergraduate teams placed first (Alex Vanhie, Jacob Nederend, Stephen Boersma and Joshua Burrows) […]
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U of G Students Turn Guelph Underpass Into Promenade
Temporary installation, featuring art and leisure space, will be part of Guelph’s John Galt Day festivities […]
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Prof Receives International Animal Welfare Award
A University of Guelph professor has won an international award recognizing leadership in animal welfare. Georgia Mason received the Medal for Outstanding Contributions from the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW), an independent scientific and educational animal welfare charity. The award recognizes exceptional achievements and contributions to the advancement of animal welfare. Mason, a professor […]
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Current, Former Gryphons Win Medals at Pan Am Games
University of Guelph athletes and alumni won a total of nine medals at the 2015 Pan Am Games. U of G graduate student Genevieve Lalonde won the bronze medal in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase with a time of 9:53:03. As an undergraduate, Lalonde won Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) and the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) honours […]
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New Prof Brings Industry Expertise to U of G, Studying Pathogens in ‘Safe’ Foods
By Teresa Pitman In 2008, 57 Canadians became ill after eating Maple Leaf deli meats contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and 24 of them died. It was one of the most dramatic cases of foodborne illness in recent years. As director of Health Canada’s Bureau of Microbial Hazards, Jeff Farber was the Listeria expert who played […]
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How Storytelling Impacts our Identities
Prof. Andrea Breen studies how storytelling defines us and shapes our experiences […]
Fine Arts Grads Keep the Printmaking Tradition Alive
Sara Kelly, Laura Bydlowska and Anna Gaby-Trotz help manage Open Studio, a non-profit, artist-run centre in Toronto […]
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Report on Responsible Investing Released
The University of Guelph’s Working Group on Responsible Investing has released its final report. The report presents the results of a six-month-long consultation by the group, including discussions with the U of G and greater Guelph communities. Investment experts also offered practical, strategic perspectives. The report offers numerous recommendations, including establishing guiding principles and processes, […]
Diabetics Have a New Reason to Love Lentils
U of G research shows lentils reduce the spike in blood sugar following a meal […]
U of G Part of 2015 Pan Am Games
The Pan Am Games start in Toronto today, and current and former U of G athletes will compete in several events, along with several people assisting as volunteers and on-site staff. The Games, taking place in southern Ontario July 10-26, will bring together athletes from the Americas. The Games take place every four years — […]
Bumblebees Impacted by Climate Change: U of G Researcher
Climate change is having a large impact on bumblebees — important pollinators of numerous food crops – perhaps much more than habitat loss or pesticides, according to a new study co-authored by a University of Guelph researcher. The study, which looked at 110 years’ worth of data, found that warming temperatures in North America and […]
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