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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...
U of G Professor Named Among Canada’s Most Powerful Women 2025
Dr. Heather Murphy, professor in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Pathobiology, has been named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winners for 2025 by the Women’s Executive Network. An environmental engineer, she advances global access to clean water and inspires others through leadership and mentorship in science...
Three U of G Researchers Awarded Canada Research Chairs Funding
The University of Guelph has received $1.7 million from the Canada Research Chairs program to support research in pain management, antimicrobial resistance, and water safety. Awardees Dr. Giannina Descalzi, Dr. Nicole Ricker and Dr. Heather Murphy will advance Canada’s leadership in human, animal and...