Avian flu has been found in foxes. Why that has one U of G researcher concerned
The discovery of the first case of avian influenza in two young foxes is a worrying development, says a University of Guelph pathobiologist Dr. Scott Weese.
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Times of India interviews sustainable biomaterials researcher
Sustainable biomaterials researcher Dr. Amar Mohanty discussed his research with biomaterials as well as his Biju Patnaik Award for Scientific Excellence for 2019 with The Ti
U of G scientists among top 2022 research rankings
Alliance-funded researchers at the University of Guelph have been named among top 10 leaders in 2022 national and international rankings released by Research.com.
Managing microbes, curbing climate gases
Alliance-funded researcher Dr. Manish Raizada joins Between the Rows podcast to discuss the role nitrogen-fixing microbes have on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and yield growth.
New U of G director brings industry expertise to laboratory services
Dr. Rafikali Momin, an experienced leader and laboratory sciences expert, has been named the new director of the Agriculture and Food Laboratory and co-director of University of Guelph’s Laboratory Services Division as of April 18, 2022.
Fine-tuning the advice on herbicide-resistant fleabane in soybeans
As the incidence of herbicide-resistant Canada fleabane rises in central and eastern Ontario to match the southwest, Dr. Peter Sikkema of the University of Guelph’s Ridgetown Campus has been leading a team of researchers tracking the herbicide-resistant varieties since their 2010 arrival.
Plant-based product development competition highlights student innovations
Building material made of corn cobs, chips made of duckweed and grain, and a non-alcoholic oat fibre beverage, were each named top innovations at this year’s Project SOY (Sustainable Opportunities for You) Plus finale event at the University of Guelph.
Experiential learning opens new doors for U of G undergrads
Riley McConachie grew up in a small town surrounded by agriculture. While studying environment and resource management at the University of Guelph, he discovered a keen interest in research through jobs with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
U of G playing a key role in avian influenza response in Ontario
With funding from OMAFRA, through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, the Animal Health Laboratory (AHL) uses cutting-edge technologies to test, diagnose and monitor infectious pathogens. The AHL continues to work closely with the CFIA and OMAFRA on the diagnosis of avian influenza in Ontario. Read the story.
Farmers on alert as avian flu found on 4th southern Ontario farm
Poultry immunologist and Alliance-funded researcher Dr. Shayan Sharif discussed avian flu outbreaks with CBC News.