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U of G Researcher Paul Hebert Receives Benjamin Franklin Medal
Dr. Paul Hebert, Canada Research Chair and director of the Centre for Biodiversity Genomics, received the 2024 Benjamin Franklin Medal for Earth and Environmental Science. He was recognized for developing DNA barcoding, a global species identification method. Hebert is only the fourth Canadian to earn this prestigious award from The Franklin...
U of G Research Finds Housing Security Essential for Preventing Intimate Partner Violence
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By Cate Willis
A University of Guelph research project found that a lack of housing support has serious consequences for women facing intimate partner violence, making it more difficult for them to leave abusive situations.
The study, led by Dr. Paula Barata, a professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, in collaboration with Lieran Docherty and Dicle Hann from...
U of G Showcases Technology Leadership During Premier's Visit
Premier Doug Ford and Minister Jill Dunlop visited the University of Guelph to see how its research drives innovation across Ontario’s economy. Highlights included GIGAS, a smart greenhouse robot, and the Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre, where agricultural waste is converted into biomaterials. advancing automation, sustainability, and circular economy practices...
U of G Research Finds Exercise Can Have ‘Profound’ Effect on Parkinson’s Symptoms
University of Guelph researchers found that an 85-day, 8,000-kilometre cycling trip significantly reduced Parkinson’s disease symptoms in a 57-year-old man. Published in Physiological Reports, the study offers new insight into the impact of intense aerobic exercise on PD. It suggests greater-than-expected benefits and raises questions about optimal exercise intensity for symptom relief...
U of G-Developed Techniques for Reducing Cattle Methane Emissions Awarded Innovation of the Year Award
A University of Guelph innovation that uses genetic selection to reduce methane emissions in dairy cattle won the 2023 Innovation of the Year Award. Developed by U of G researchers and global industry partners, the project highlights how science-driven solutions can address climate challenges and improve sustainability in agriculture through innovative, collaborative research...
Soils at Guelph Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
Soils at Guelph celebrated its fifth anniversary on December 7 with an event that brought over 100 University of Guelph stakeholders and industry professionals together.
Participation in the event included a mix of University of Guelph faculty and students from different departments, as well as knowledge mobilization staff, government representatives, commodity groups, farm organizations, growers, soil-focused organizations, financial institutions, and private research companies. It paid...
Research in Focus Photo Contest Highlights Research Excellence at U of G
The Office of Research, in collaboration with the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, recently hosted the 2023 Research in Focus photo contest, offering faculty, staff, students, and postdocs an opportunity to demonstrate how University of Guelph research has real-world impacts and improves life. We're delighted to announce the winners.
Top Three Winners:
First place:...
U of G Ranks Among Top Research Universities in Canada
The University of Guelph ranked second among comprehensive universities for the ninth year in the 2023 Research Infosource rankings. With $163.5 million in sponsored research income, U of G led in graduate and faculty research intensity. The University also saw major growth in not-for-profit research funding and ranked second in industry-sponsored research in its category...
Enhancing the Agri-Food Data Ecosystem: Updates from the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance and Agri-Food Data Canada
The Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance and Agri-food Data Canada co-hosted a hybrid event showcasing new data tools that enhance agri-food research. Held at the Ontario Dairy Research Centre, the event featured updates on ADC’s latest data portals and highlighted efforts to improve data quality and accessibility in line with FAIR...
University of Guelph Start-Up Uses AI to Improve Food Quality and Safety
By Cate Willis
A University of Guelph start-up company is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance food quality and safety in the agri-food sector.
Dr. Manick Annamalai, an associate professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, established Bioimaging Research Solutions in 2021. The company uses cutting-edge technology and imaging to improve the food...