Dr. Catherine Carstairs, professor in the Department of History, appeared on The Guardian’s Science Weekly podcast to discuss how views about fluoridation in water have changed over the years. She also discussed water fluoridization with Men’s Health. […]
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The Globe and Mail spoke with food systems expert Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the Arrell Food Institute, and food economist Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics, about Canada’s Food Price Report. Computer engineering PhD candidate and Vector Institute researcher Kristina Kupferschmidt spoke to the AI behind […]
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During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, which runs from the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25 to Human Rights Day on Dec. 10, we reflect on how we can work together to end gender-based violence. To recognize the 16 Days, Johnston Hall has been lit purple, as […]
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The University of Guelph ranks second among Canadian comprehensive universities in an annual survey of top research institutions. This marks the 10th year in a row that the University has held this spot. In the 2024 Research Infosource Inc. ranking of Canada’s Top 50 Research Universities, U of G ranks second in the comprehensive category. Comprehensive universities offer […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, appeared on the CBC podcast The Dose to explain the process of pasteurization and discuss some of the myths surrounding raw milk. He also spoke to the Toronto Star about food safety tips during the holiday season. […]
The University of Guelph is exploring a plan to expand and diversify its student housing offerings by redeveloping two sites on University-owned land to create more than 2,500 beds for mixed-use student housing. Over the next 10 years, the University is looking to build additional units at the current student housing community of Wellington Woods […]
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As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental health, the University of Guelph is proud to celebrate World Soil Day 2024. This global observance, held annually on Dec. 5, helps raise awareness about the crucial role of soil in maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting human life. The theme for this year’s World Soil […]
Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Management, spoke to BNN Bloomberg about the impact of increased tariffs on the importation of British cheese. […]
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Machine learning predictions from University of Guelph researchers are helping Canadians get a better picture of what they will need to spend on groceries next year. The 2025 Canada Food Price Report, now in its 15th edition, relies on a team of U of G researchers in food science, food economics, global food sustainability and […]
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Looking to knock a few items off of your holiday shopping list? Why not start on campus! Check out the local and unique items available at U of G. For your sweetie Discover the sweet delight of U of G honey, harvested right on campus! You can find it at the Bookstore or explore a […]
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In an interview with The Toronto Star about new facial recognition technology Air Canada is using, Dr. Rozita Dara, professor in the School of Computer Science, cautioned that any kind of biometric data is sensitive information. […]
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Newsweek spoke to Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, about food safety after multiple items were recalled following listeria and E. coli outbreaks. He also spoke to CBC Health and Global News. […]
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A new community-engaged research project at the University of Guelph endeavours to learn more about gender-based violence and the impact of housing instability on the women and families experiencing it. Co-led by Dr. Paula Barata, professor in the Department of Psychology and Dr. Mavis Morton, professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, the Safe […]
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“New problems require new solutions.” For University of Guelph professor Dr. Asim Biswas, the world is full of new problems. By 2030, the global population will reach 8.5 billion, driving an immense demand for food. At the same time, climate change is weakening food systems by depleting soil, a resource so precious it takes 100 […]
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Speaking to University Affairs, Dr. Adam Davies, professor in the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, discussed how they bolster creativity by incorporating poetry into their academic work focused on early childhood education. […]
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Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Management, appeared on CBC Marketplace to discuss tip culture and why consumers may feel pressured to leave higher tips. […]
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By Dr. Sylvanus Kwaku Afesorgbor, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics. This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 25 per cent tariffs on all products from Canada and Mexico, alleging both countries have failed to curb the inflow of illegal […]
It’s nearly Black Friday and holiday sales are heating up. It may feel like the perfect time to score a great deal, but a consumer behaviour expert at the University of Guelph warns the holiday shopping season can be problematic for some. Dr. Sunghwan Yi, a professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Economics, […]
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The Human Resources team is pleased to share with you our refreshed Gryphons at Work Knowledge Site (GAWKS). We originally designed the Knowledge Site as a training resource to introduce everyone to the new Human Resources Management System (HRMS), Gryphons at Work. Our team has made some significant updates to the site based on feedback […]
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Kim and Stu Lang have generously added $7 million in renewed funding through The Angel Gabriel Foundation to support the Kim and Stu Lang Community Healthcare Partnership Program (CHPP) and Remy’s Fund at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). Working with partner communities and organizations, the purpose of CHPP is to create opportunities for student veterinarians […]