Justine Ammendolia heads for the fjords of Greenland […]
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BIO Board Created
A board has been named for U of G’s Biodiversity Institute of Ontario (BIO). Its role is to provide governance and strategic oversight of BIO’s mandate to establish U of G as a world leader in the field of biodiversity science and to ensure financial and operational sustainability, says John Livernois, interim vice president (research). […]
Canada Out of the Medals on Antibiotic Stewardship
Bacteriologist evaluates progress on preventing antibiotic resistance […]
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Bee Foraging Chronically Impaired by Pesticide Exposure: Study
By fitting bumblebees with tiny radio frequency tags, a University of Guelph researcher has shown that long-term exposure to a neonicotinoid pesticide hampers bees’ ability to forage for pollen. The research by Nigel Raine, a professor in Guelph’s School of Environmental Sciences, and Richard Gill of Imperial College London was published today in the British Ecological Society’s […]
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Prof, Bee Research In the News
Prof. Nigel Raine is making headlines this week with new research about the effect of neonicotinoid pesticides on bees. He co-authored a study published Tuesday night that shows long-term exposure to a neonicotinoid pesticide hampers bees’ ability to forage for pollen. The research involved fitting bumblebees with tiny radio frequency tags to monitor their day-to-day behaviour including pollen […]
Neonic Research Demonstration at Ridgetown Campus July 10
Researchers studying neonicotinoid insecticides and their levels in soil, water and air in fields around Ontario will be discussing their work at the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus on Thursday. The event is part of Southwest Crop Diagnostic Days, an annual gathering that brings together U of G, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and […]
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U of G Researchers Cited for Impact on Science
Three U of G scientists are among the world’s 3,200 top researchers listed by Thomson Reuters for their impact on science worldwide. Population medicine professors Todd Duffield and Ken Leslie and integrative biology professor Paul Hebert appear on the list, based on the number of citations of their research papers made by other scientists between […]
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Research Aims to Improve Living Conditions of Chickens
Aviaries feature ramps and hiding places […]
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U of G Eco-friendly Flower Pots Blossom in U.S., Canada
Affordable, eco-friendly flower pots — made with University of Guelph technology — have hit the market. They’re on the shelves of 2,500 Kroger stores in the United States and 33 Lowe’s stores in Canada, and soon will be featured in Home Hardware stores. Jill Selby (left) and Amy Thatcher, of the Department of Plant Agriculture, […]
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Environmental Philosophy Returns to its Socratic Roots
Philosophy prof champions field-course learning […]
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Acting Provost, AVPA to Begin Aug. 1
Profs. Serge Desmarais and Ann Wilson will begin serving as acting provost and vice-president (academic) and acting associate vice-president (academic), respectively, on Aug. 1. Desmarais was named to the position in May following the announcement that Maureen Mancuso will complete her term as provost and vice-president (academic) July 31 after 11 years in office. Wilson […]
Prof’s New Play Explores Myths of Living With a Disability
A new play written by a University of Guelph professor along with nine wheelchair users will be performed in Toronto this month. Judith Thompson’s Borne will run at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts until July 19. This is the second offering by her Rare Theatre Company in association with Toronto’s Soulpepper Theatre. Her company creates […]
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Research Shop a Win-Win for Students, Local Agencies
Grad students provide research services for community groups […]
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Gryphons are Bronze at Canadian Championships
University of Guelph track and field athletes won four bronze medals at the Canadian Track and Field Championships, which were held in Moncton, New Brunswick June 27 to 29. The annual outdoor track and field competition is organized by Athletics Canada, and serves as the Canadian national championships for the sport. Leading the way was […]
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OVC Prof Combines Animal Health and Mathematics
Understanding disease dynamics key to infection control […]
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Anne Wilcock Receives CSA Medal
Professor emerita Anne Wilcock, marketing and consumer studies, has received a 2014 Medal of Merit from the CSA Group (Canadian Standards Association). The award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated leadership in developing voluntary standards and have advanced the purpose of the organization. CSA Group is an independent, not-for-profit member-based association that has been involved in […]
U of G Receives President’s Campaign Award from United Way
The University of Guelph’s annual United Way campaign got an early boost Thursday night with the announcement that U of G won the President’s Campaign Award from the local United Way. The award was presented at the 2014 Guelph Awards of Excellence. The annual event brings together community leaders, advocates, volunteers, businesses, and other people […]
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Profs, Research Make Headlines
Pathobiology Prof. Andrew Peregrine was featured on CTV June 27 talking about the increase in deer ticks throughout parts of Southern Ontario. Some provincial parks have installed warning signs to let people know that the ticks, which can transmit Lyme disease, are in the area. Peregrine says there have been significant changes in the prevalence of ticks across the […]
Growing Food on Other Planets is Next Frontier in Space Travel
Light-emitting diodes may make plant growth possible in space […]
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Canada’s Food Tracking Needs Improvement: Study
Canada must improve its food tracing system if it is to be considered among the best in the world and realize economic benefits, according to a new study from the University of Guelph. The study by researchers at U of G and the Global Food Traceability Center in Washington, D.C., analyzed the food tracking systems […]
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