- About the Office of Research
- Welcome Message
- Meet the Vice-President (Research)
- Strategic Research Plan
- Mission Statement
- Services and Divisions
- Discover our Research
- Research Chairs
- Facts and Figures
- Centres, Institutes, and Groups
- International Research
- Find a Researcher
- Core Research Facilities
- For Researchers
- Safeguarding Research
- Commercialization Policy and Framework
- Indigenization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research
- Research Alerts
- Funding
- Ethics and Regulatory Compliance
- Research Integrity and Conflict of Interest
- Patenting, Licensing, and Commercialization
- Honours and Awards
- Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance
- Other Considerations and Resources
- Forms, Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures
- Interactive Support Sessions for Researchers
- Researcher Training and Development
- Research Administration Information Management System (RAIMS)
REDLAB in Motion Opens New Pathways to Community Storytelling
By Cate Willis
A first-of-its-kind, fully accessible mobile media lab at the University of Guelph is removing long-standing barriers to...
Ontario Research Strengthens Food System Resilience
The University of Guelph, in partnership with the Government of Ontario and ARIO through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, equips farmers and agribusinesses to anticipate, adapt to, and mitigate threats, from disease and climate change to cyberattacks. Through research, diagnostics, training and data-driven solutions, the Alliance builds a stronger, safer and more sustainable food system...
University of Guelph Recognized Among Canada’s Top Research Universities
The University of Guelph ranks third among Canada’s comprehensive universities and 17th overall in the 2025 Research Infosource rankings. It leads in graduate research intensity, ranks second for faculty research intensity and research income and excels in corporate and international collaborations. Strong publication performance across sciences underscores U of G’s sustained research impact and national recognition...
World Soil Day: Discovering the Power of Wollastonite
University of Guelph researchers are testing Ontario-mined wollastonite as a soil amendment that boosts crop growth while capturing atmospheric carbon. Supported by the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, the team is measuring application rates, crop responses and carbon sequestration. Early field trials show improved soil health, higher yields and strong potential as a limestone alternative with climate benefits...
U of G Earns Top Global Rankings
The University of Guelph ranks first in Canada for food science and technology and veterinary sciences, and among the world’s top 50 in multiple subjects. Driven by exceptional faculty and impactful research, these results highlight U of G’s global leadership in advancing food, agriculture, biotechnology and animal health...
Shakespeare VR Wins U of G’s Innovation of the Year Award
By Cate Willis
Dr. Peter Kuling’s Shakespeare VR has received the University of Guelph’s 2025 Innovation of the Year Award. The project turns classic plays, such as Hamlet and Macbeth, into immersive virtual reality experiences, allowing students to step into the story. The project helps make Shakespeare accessible to all learners and demonstrates how the arts can innovate...
U of G Recognized Globally for Leadership in Environmental Research and Education
University of Guelph is recognized among the top global universities for sustainability in the latest QS rankings, reflecting its strength in environmental research and education. With more than 94% of departments engaged in sustainability research and standout environmental programs, the University continues to advance knowledge and train future leaders in environmental stewardship...
Streamlining Ethics Applications with U of G’s Ethics Online System (EthOS)
By Cate Willis
An online system that streamlines submissions and reviews while fostering greater collaboration between researchers and ethics...
Maclean’s Names U of G a Leading Comprehensive University
The University of Guelph ranked sixth among Canada’s 15 comprehensive universities in Maclean’s 2026 evaluation, reflecting academic excellence, strong research, and a vibrant campus community. U of G led in total research funding, ranked top five for medical and science grants, second for library holdings, and top five for faculty awards, with student services rising to seventh...
U of G Researchers Awarded NSERC Prizes, Showcasing Impactful Innovation
University of Guelph researchers have earned two of this year’s NSERC prizes. Dr. Beth Parker received the Donna Strickland Prize for Societal Impact, the first for a U of G researcher, and Dr. Mike Dixon, with Drs. Youbin Zheng and...