Ontario Agricultural College food economist Dr. Mike von Massow and Dr. Simon Somogyi, agribusiness researcher at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke to The Canadian Press about the latest CPI numbers. The March inflation report found food prices continue to rise faster than general inflation. Somogyi offered some reasons for the […]
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From climate impacts on migrating caribou to the “green” effects of plant-based ingredients, six projects by University of Guelph researchers have been selected for funding by U of G’s Guelph Institute for Environmental Research (GIER). The interdisciplinary projects were chosen through GIER’s Small Grants Program competition. Dr. Madhur Anand, director of the institute, said the […]
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By Drs. Andrew MacDougall and Dirk Steinke, and PhD candidate Aleksandra Jessica Dolezal, Integrative Biology; Dr. Jeremy deWaard, Centre for Biodiversity Genomics; This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. On farms, spiders are important predators who control insect populations, including pests that can damage crops. Understanding their role […]
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Researchers in the Ontario Agricultural College‘s School of Environmental Sciences spoke to The Globe and Mail for a photo essay about their pollinator tracking research. Dr. Nigel Raine, a professor in the School of Environmental Sciences along with post-doctoral researcher Amanda Liczner explained how they are using radio telemetry to track the flights of bumblebees and butterflies […]
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Ingredients such as lentils, beans and field peas typically used in grain-free dog foods are safe for healthy dogs, according to new University of Guelph research. It’s a reassuring finding for dog owners worried about grain-free diets, which have surged in popularity and now make up almost half of the dog food market in Canada. The […]
Dr. Shayan Sharif, an avian immunologist with the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to several news outlets about avian flu, following the death of a pet dog from the disease as well as the spread of a new avian flu subtype. Newsweek consulted Sharif about H3N8 avian flu after a woman died after contracting the virus […]
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The University of Guelph has named eight inaugural recipients of the University Teaching Leadership Fellows (UTLF) awards. Established in 2022, the UTLF program provides each Fellow with $30,000 over a three-year term. Recipients are granted time to complete a substantive project and to engage in their own professional development as educational leaders. This year’s inaugural […]
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Ontario Agricultural College food economist Dr. Mike von Massow spoke to The Canadian Press about the concentration of the grocery market in Canada amid soaring food prices. Von Massow said Canada’s grocery sector is highly concentrated, but it’s also competitive. “I would argue that consolidation provides economies of scale,” he said. The article appeared in dozens of […]
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A discovery by researchers at the University of Guelph and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto may ultimately lead to new therapies for treating tuberculosis (TB). The team’s finding of a bacterial “dimmer switch” that could help the bug evade the body’s defences may lead to drugs that disable the switch mechanism and ideally […]
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Dr. Candace Johnson, professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, provided a commentary in The Conversation Canada about a decision in British Columbia to provide access to free prescription contraception. The commentary was re-posted in publications across the country including the Winnipeg Free Press and Yahoo! News Canada. Johnson is a professor in the Department […]
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Dr. Candace Johnson is a professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Guelph and co-founder of the GET Lab. This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. As of April 1, 2023 all residents of British Columbia gained access to free prescription […]
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By Dr. Maria G. Corradini, Arrell Chair in Food Quality, Department of Food Science; Dr. Robert Hanner, Department of Integrative Biology; Maleeka Singh, PhD candidate, Department of Food Science; Sujani Rathnayake, research assistant, Hanner Lab This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. Maple syrup, Canada’s “liquid gold,” is […]
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Dr. Scott Weese, veterinary infectious disease specialist in the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to several news outlets about avian flu, after a pet dog died of the illness in Ontario. Speaking to Global News, Weese said the risk of pets becoming infected with bird flu is low but owners should remain vigilant that their animal does not come […]
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As you prepare for exam season, we’re here to help! Check out these events, resources and supports to help you finish the semester strong. Recharge during your study breaks Taking breaks when you study can help you manage stress and protect your mental well-being. When you’re ready for a break, check out the activities below. […]
An advocate for student success, Connie Zavitz, manager of external relations and student advising in the Department of Management, has been awarded U of G’s Excellence in Undergraduate Academic Advising Medallion. Described by students as caring, friendly and always available to help, Zavitz also serves as faculty adviser for accounting and management majors in the […]
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New research from the University of Guelph is taking a closer look at the impact of the pandemic on rural communities – starting with mental health – with an eye on improving public policy. Dr. Leith Deacon, professor in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, grew up in a rural northern Ontario community […]
The University of Guelph has begun notifying individuals whose personal information may have been affected by the IT system incident first reported on September 11, 2022. A thorough investigation has identified individuals whose personal information and/or University email accounts may have been accessed. The University is contacting those individuals who may have been affected to […]
The University’s normal business operations will be reduced on Friday, April 7 for Good Friday. Normal operations resume Monday, April 10. Service areas open on Friday, April 7 include: Athletics Centre – reduced hours University Centre (excluding Brass Taps and The Lookout Patio + Grad Lounge) – main floor is open Ontario Veterinary College Health […]
Join the Payment Services Team for a live demo of Concur, the new expense claim system for submitting claims for reimbursement. Date: Monday, April 17 Time: 1.30 pm-2.30 pm Link: Click here to join the April 17th Concur Demo After attending this demo, claimants will be able to: Navigate to the new Travel and Expense Claims SharePoint Page […]
As Ottawa moves to ban several kinds of single-use plastics, new eco-friendly cutlery developed through University of Guelph research will soon be available at several major fast-food chains across Canada. A new line of knives, forks and spoons being introduced this year is intended to reduce plastic waste and lessen the carbon footprint of the […]