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New Hydrogel Bandages Could Boost Recovery

New Hydrogel Bandages Could Boost Recovery

Piezoelectric Properties are Important for Repair

Have you ever wondered how car airbags detect a crash or how our bones stay strong just by walking and moving? These common occurrences rely on a property of certain materials called piezoelectricity; the ability to generate electricity when squeezed or stretched (mechanical stress). 

How a University of Guelph app is opening doors – literally

How a University of Guelph app is opening doors – literally

An app developed at the University of Guelph (U of G) is aimed at making accessible doors more accessible. "We created what we call the Smart Door Access System," said Hussein Abdullah, a professor at U of G's School of Engineering. The device can be integrated into any pre-existing accessible door and functions through Bluetooth and an app called OpenWay.

University of Guelph launches Smart Door Access System Study at Collingwood Town Hall and Library

University of Guelph launches Smart Door Access System Study at Collingwood Town Hall and Library

The Town is excited to be chosen by the University of Guelph to launch a new Smart Door Access System Study that uses a mobile app to open doors at the Town Hall and Library east entrance. The study aims to test a smart access system with a mobile app in a real setting to see how well it works, how reliable and safe it is, and how users feel about it. The device was researched and developed in the School of Engineering at the University of Guelph.

Guelph Engineering Announces Curriculum Changes for Master of Engineering

Guelph Engineering Announces Curriculum Changes for Master of Engineering

Enhancing the Guelph M.Eng. Program: A Step Forward in Engineering Education

The landscape of engineering education at the University of Guelph is set to evolve with recent curriculum changes aimed at bolstering the Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) program. These changes come at a pivotal time, driven by the increasing global interest in Canadian universities, particularly for their robust academic standards, research opportunities, and the quality of education offered.

New Scholarship to Support Indigenous Engineering Students

New Scholarship to Support Indigenous Engineering Students

A new undergraduate scholarship has been created to support Indigenous engineering students at U of G, aiming to amplify Indigenous voices, perspectives, and viewpoints within the engineering profession and throughout the industry.