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Why the U.S. Is Unlikely to Curtail China’s Dominance Over Critical Minerals | OPINION

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By Dr. Craig Johnson, professor in the Department of Political Science This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. The United States government recently hosted a critical minerals summit aimed at reducing China’s predominant role in the global production of smartphones, weapons systems, lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles (EVs). The meeting, […]

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New Program Expands Paid, Full-Time Work Experiences for Students

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Work Experience (WEX) approved programs pair experiential learning with paid work terms Learn, work and get paid – all before graduation.  A new program led by the University of Guelph’s Experiential Learning Hub called Work Experience (WEX) will offer on-the-job learning to both undergraduate and graduate students starting fall 2026. Students will have the opportunity […]

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Lyme Disease Research at University of Guelph Reaches Pivotal Milestone

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Biosensor promises a future where Lyme disease testing could take place at home Through an international collaboration, U of G researchers have combined biochemistry, electrical engineering and physics to create a biosensor with potential to revolutionize the way Lyme disease is detected. The team at the G. Magnotta Research Lab led by Dr. Melanie Wills, […]

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Gift from The Joyce Family Foundation Creates Bursaries for Rural Students 

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Rural students with financial need will be eligible to receive new support to launch their studies at the University of Guelph thanks to a generous $2.5-million gift from The Joyce Family Foundation.   The gift is the largest in U of G’s history to establish an endowment for needs‑based awards.   This investment has established The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary for Rural Students, an endowed fund that will provide up to four bursaries at […]

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U of G Celebrates Indigenous Recognition Week

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Indigenous Recognition Week is hosted March 2 to 6, 2026 by the Indigenous Student Centre, in collaboration with the Indigenous Student Society and the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Held annually in March, Indigenous Recognition Week is an opportunity for the campus community to engage and learn together at a variety of events while celebrating First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people and cultures.   All events are open […]

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Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls: International Women’s Day

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On International Women’s Day (IWD), the United Nations has focused on the theme Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls, which calls for action to dismantle all barriers to equal justice: discriminatory laws, weak legal protections, and harmful practices and social norms that erode the rights of women and girls.   U of G is committed to advancing gender […]

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University Mourns Passing of Staff Member

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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Jacqueline (Jackie) Pitchuck of Physical Resources, Custodial Services, on Feb. 14, 2026.   Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast on Thursday, Feb. 26 in her honour.  Support services and initiatives are available for all faculty, staff and students, including:  Multi-Faith Resource Team, 519-824-4120 Ext. 58909   Student Counselling Services, 519-824-4120 Ext. 53244   Crisis Text […]

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‘Fast-Paced, Fit, Agile’: Ableist Words in Job Ads Decrease Applicants 

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People with and without disabilities prefer plain-language ads, finds first study of its kind  An office job calls for a “fast-paced, fit and energetic” person who can “stand out” in a crowd. How likely are you to apply?   A new University of Guelph study, led by Dr. Melissa Walker as part of her PhD, says that more neutral language might be key to drawing in applicants of […]

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U of G Advances Proposed New First-Year Residence Project 

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The University of Guelph will begin early site preparation on a proposed student residence on University-owned land at 78 College Ave. W starting March 3.  Planned for the corner of College Ave. W. and McGilvray St., the proposed project includes a new modern residence building designed to accommodate up to 1,250 first-year students. The development supports […]

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Cats Could Hold New Keys to Human Cancer 

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Largest study of cat cancers finds surprising similarities to human cancers, pointing to new treatments for multiple species   The genetics of cat tumours are no longer a “black box,” researchers say, thanks to a new study considered one of the largest developments in feline cancer research.   Published in the journal Science, the study marks the first time that cat cancers have been genetically profiled at a large scale. It could help our understanding of cancer in both humans and animals, forming the basis for a freely available resource for other scientists […]

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Food Economist Talks Climate Change, Cost of Coffee with CBC

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Dr. Mike von Massow, food economist in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, spoke with CBC Science about how coffee producers around the globe are managing a warming climate and crop-damaging heat and what that means for the price of their product. He also discussed coffee prices with CTV News. […]

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Why People Say They Care About Ethical Shopping But Often Buy Differently | OPINION

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By Dr. Jing Wan, professor in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies and Dr. Mehak Bharti, Toronto Metropolitan University This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. Many Canadians say they care about ethical products. They want coffee that supports farmers, chocolate made without child labour and everyday goods that […]

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Undergrads Learning to Find New Antibiotics Through Unique Lab

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Lab coordinators partner with Tiny Earth to connect hands-on learning with global research Ailish Moore is crumbling bacteria through a cheesecloth. The old-school technique is oddly satisfying, slightly messy, but lets Moore break through the gel matrix that holds the bacteria samples she needs.  The University of Guelph student recently completed MICR*3430 and says she […]

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