Your guacamole may hold the key to managing obesity and helping delay or prevent diabetes, according to a new study by a University of Guelph research team. For the first time, researchers led by Prof. Paul Spagnuolo have shown how a compound found only in avocados can inhibit cellular processes that normally lead to diabetes. […]
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Prof. Lawrence Goodridge, Department of Food Science, spoke to CBC Radio’s The Current about the move by some provinces and U.S. states to legalize the consumption of roadkill. Alaskan State Troopers now have a system in which they keep a waiting list of citizens who are interested in salvaging the meat when an animal is […]
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One of Canada’s first studies of the potential use of cannabis for treating animal cancer is under way at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). Funded by a Toronto animal health company, Prof. Sam Hocker, Department of Clinical Studies, will undertake a three-year study exploring the efficacy of cannabis for treating bladder cancer […]
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Prof. Tamara Small, Department of Political Science, spoke to CBC Politics about how federal political candidates used Twitter in this last election campaign. A CBC analysis found that most candidates — except those from the People’s Party of Canada — simply retweeted messages from their parties and leaders. Small said most candidates are aware that […]
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Prof. Kate Puddister, Department of Political Science, spoke to the Toronto Star about the case of a Toronto police officer and his brother who are charged in a high-profile assault case. Lawyers for the victim allege that two police forces attempted to protect the accused officer and his brother from criminal charges and then failed to […]
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Prof. Timothy Dewhirst, Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies, contributed a commentary to the Toronto Star about why so many tobacco companies are adopting “harm reduction” in their marketing communication. The commentary notes that while tobacco companies are now promoting a “smoke-free world,” they are not suggesting smokers quit altogether but instead switch to vaping […]
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Need facts and statistics about U of G? Browse through the 2018-19 Fact Book produced by the Office of Institutional Analysis and Research. The Fact Book is an annual public source of official University details, compiling the most frequently requested data and statistical information about U of G. It can be a valuable resource of […]
Your dining choices can help create a greener campus. The recent Waste Free Ontario Act requires broader public sector institutions – including universities – to divert waste from landfill systems into compostable waste streams. Hospitality Services has introduced three new sustainability initiatives in the University Centre food court to support the legislation and help us […]
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Prof. Keith Warriner, Department of Food Science, spoke to CBC News about an outbreak of salmonella infections in Ontario and Quebec that has been traced back to a brand of Italian sausage. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has identified Filicetti brand cured sausage as the source of the outbreak. Warriner, who specializes in food safety, […]
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Prof. Tamara Small, Department of Political Science, spoke to Yahoo! Canada News about whether a party leader should resign after being defeated in an election. Small said that in the last 20 years, there’s been this “new wave of tossing leaders out” after a defeat. But she said it isn’t always necessary to seek new […]
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The most recent U of G Board of Governors meeting was held Oct. 23. Below are key highlights from the meeting. A full synopsis of the meeting is available on the University Secretariat’s website. Audited Financial Statements Approved The University’s audited financial statements are prepared by the University and reviewed by its audit firm, Ernst […]
The GenEQ: Advancing the Status of Women at U of G initiative is helping amplify the work of inspiring women and allies on campus. Read more profiles on the GenEQ website. Recognizing and understanding fundamental Indigenous relationships Prof. Kim Anderson has followed a winding path of opportunities as a writer, researcher and storyteller that has […]
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A new ImprovLab and updates to an existing theatre, student space and main entrance are the focus of a nearly $20-million renovation of the University of Guelph’s MacKinnon Building launched today with an official groundbreaking ceremony. The renovations will cover 45,000 square feet in the building that is home to the College of Arts. “To […]
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Expand your learning any time, anywhere with LinkedIn Learning. All U of G and University of Guelph-Humber students, faculty and staff have access to this free online learning platform. Choose the training that’s right for you LinkedIn Learning is a video-based training library that gives users access to online learning modules taught by industry experts. […]
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Prof. Norman O’Reilly, School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management, spoke to The Deseret News about all the stops pulled out by sports teams to lure fans to attend live games. From team dancers and timeout music, to mascots, T-shirt cannons and one-shot competitions, professional sports teams now rely on the downtime in any game […]
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Prof. Tamara Small, Department of Political Science, spoke to the National Post about the viability of the People’s Party of Canada, which fared poorly in this week’s federal election. Small commented that most Canadians take the idea of multiculturalism seriously — at least in English Canada — and the PPC, headed by former Conservative Maxime […]
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Tackling the world’s environmental problems through innovation and interdisciplinary collaborations is the focus of a new institute at the University of Guelph. The Guelph Institute for Environmental Research (GIER) will build on the University’s expertise in the environment and sustainability by bringing together researchers from diverse fields. “GIER includes researchers from all seven colleges at […]
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A University of Guelph grad leading the fight against wildfires in southern British Columbia is finding that his physics degree has come in handy. In recent years, Bryce Moreira’s job as aviation specialist with the Kamloops Fire Centre has been intensely demanding, given the highly combustible conditions in B.C.’s forests. But Moreira, 29, says he […]
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Prof. Scott Weese from U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College spoke to CBC Windsor about the risks of contracting rabies from wild animals such as raccoons and skunks. Many residents in Windsor are worried about a spike in rabies cases in nearby Michigan, with several rabid skunks discovered. Weese, Department of Pathobiology, said the risk […]
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More than $1 million has been raised for the She’s Got Game initiative for gender equity and advancing women in sport at the University of Guelph. Since it began in October 2018, the initiative has attracted support from more than 100 donors and sponsors. She’s Got Game is intended to ensure equal access for women […]
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