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Dynasty Kidney Bean Named University of Guelph’s 2024 Innovation of the Year
By Cate Willis
Dynasty, a high-yield, disease-resistant dark red kidney bean and a top choice for North American growers, has been named University of Guelph’s 2024 Innovation of the Year. Developed by Dr. Peter Pauls and Tom Smith at the Ontario Agricultural College, Dynasty’s origins trace back to a cross initiated by Dr. Tom Michaels in the early 2000s. After taking over the breeding program in 2003, Pauls advanced it with support from Ontario Bean Growers and Hensall District Co-op, ultimately...
U of G Food Scientist and Professor Appointed to the Order of Ontario
Dr. Alejandro Marangoni, professor in the Department of Food Science, Ontario Agricultural College, and Tier I Canada Research Chair in Food, Health and Aging, has been named to the Order of Ontario, one of the province’s highest honours. A world-leading scientist at the University of Guelph, his groundbreaking research on food microstructures and the discovery of fat crystal networks has revolutionized our understanding of food, sparking a movement that transformed the way we...
OVC Professor Emeritus Named to the Order of Canada
Dr. Carlton Gyles, a retired professor from the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), has been named to the Order of Canada for his groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of E. coli bacteria. A leading expert in the field, Gyles played a pivotal role in establishing OVC as a global leader in veterinary education. His discovery of E. coli toxins in diarrheal disease led to the development of vaccines for traveller’s diarrhea and farm animal disease prevention, paving the way...
U of G Research Secures Ontario Funding to Tackle Winter Road Safety and Waterborne Diseases
Two University of Guelph research projects have received funding through the Ontario Research Fund. Dr. Bahram Gharabaghi, School of Engineering, will develop next-generation “smart” salt trucks to improve winter road safety, reduce accidents, and minimize the environmental impact of road salt. Dr. David McCarthy, School of Environmental Sciences and Canada Excellence Research Chair in Waterborne Pathogens, will create innovative technologies to enable earlier detection and better control of waterborne diseases...
U of G’s Helium Recovery System Enhances Resource Efficiency and Reduces Costs
By Cate Willis
The University of Guelph has installed a helium recovery system that improves resource efficiency, reduces operational...
U of G Professor Tackles Global Food Challenges Through Innovation and Collaboration
University of Guelph professor Dr. Ataharul Chowdhury is collaborating with C-SPIRIT, a global initiative dedicated to combating misinformation and fostering collaboration. By addressing the social dynamics of technology adoption, the initiative ensures agricultural innovations not only benefit communities but also align with environmental sustainability, strengthening global food systems for a resilient and equitable future...
Research in Focus Photo Contest Winners Announced (2024)
By Cate Willis
The Office of Research, in partnership with the Ontario Agri-Food...
U of G Leadership Update
Dr. Shayan Sharif has been appointed interim vice-president, research & innovation at the University of Guelph. In this role, Sharif will lead the development and implementation of research endeavours, strategic planning and policy framework at the University and provide strategic leadership to the University’s Office of Research.
“I am incredibly honoured to take on this position and oversee the thriving research ecosystem we have here at U of G,”...
U of G Research Investigates Efflux Pumps to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
By Janan Shoja Doost
A University of Guelph researcher is developing more effective strategies for combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and drug-resistant bacterial infections.
Dr. Georgina Cox, an associate professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, College of Biological Science, and her team are studying the role of efflux pumps in E. coli...
New IEDI in Research Self-Directed Learning Course Now Available
The Research Services Office has developed a new online course, called IEDI for Researchers, to help researchers strengthen their ability to integrate the principles of indigenization, equity, diversity, and inclusion in their research. The self-directed learning resources in the course can be reviewed in as little as 1 to 2 hours, depending on the extent of prior knowledge of IEDI principles and concepts.
The course is intended to help researchers create IEDI...
