Congratulations to Dr. Paul Spagnuolo, professor in OAC's Department of Food Science, on receiving the prestigious 2026 Willmar Schwabe Award by the Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Resesarch.
The FSD’s Cheese Makers Program has successfully achieved full accreditation under the Food Processing Skills Canada Accreditation Program. This accomplishment highlights our dedication to providing high‑quality training that meets established Food and Beverage Industry competency standards. The accreditation framework is based on ISO/IEC 17011, an internationally recognized standard for evaluating excellence in training programs. This is the first program in Canada to achieve such accreditation.
One of the University of Guelph’s highest distinctions, the Order of OAC, has been awarded to Anne and Brian Wilcock in recognition of their outstanding contributions to OAC.
Professor Emerita Anne Wilcock continues to play an essential role in the Department of Food Science, serving as a vital contributor to the delivery of the Food Safety and Quality Assurance program. Her enduring commitment reflects both her passion for education and her deep connection to the University community.
Please join me in congratulating Dr. Linda Horianopoulos for winning a 2026 Banting Discovery Award.
The Banting Discovery Foundation provides feasibility and pilot grants that help early-career scientists establish their independence and launch their research programs. These funds support the day-to-day realities of running a research program—from hiring trainees to acquiring essential equipment—empowering researchers to pursue bold ideas that push the boundaries of health and biomedical science.
U of G Prof Discovers Plant-Based Solution to Target Leukemia Weakness
In the fight against cancer, promising new discoveries don’t always come from where you might expect. New University of Guelph research published in the renowned hematology publication Blood has uncovered a surprising weakness in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that a compound in a common skincare ingredient may be able to target.
The Ontario Agricultural College is proud to congratulate Dr. Saeed Ghazani, Research Associate in the Department of Food Science at the University of Guelph, on being appointed a Fellow of the American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS), one of the highest honours in the fats and oils research community.
Two new faculty members are joining the University of Guelph’s Department of Food Science in the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).
The Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lisa Duizer as Assistant Dean, Graduate Programs, effective May 1 for a five-year term.
The University of Guelph Department of Food Science is hosting a hands-on Food Science Summer Camp from July 27 to 31, 2026, giving high school students a chance to explore the science behind the foods they love.