Universities and researchers do not exist in a vacuum. Building and maintaining an inclusive working environment in your lab or research program is something you have a large degree of control over. However, uncontrollable social, economic, and political events nearby or half way around the world can deeply affect your morale and that of your […]
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As climate change alters weather patterns and growing conditions, one pressing question asked by farmers and researchers worldwide is: how will agriculture change in unpredictable climates? A pivotal change is that the location of suitable land for farming will shift dramatically in the coming decades. While experts predict a decline in agricultural potential in southern […]
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Joining Dr. Angela Cánovas’ lab at the Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, offers an opportunity to be part of leading research in beef cattle, with a focus on the powerful relationship between the rumen microbiome and host genetics to improve feed efficiency and reduce methane emissions. The lab’s holistic approach treats the “hologenome” […]
In the next decade, Canada’s egg production industry is expected to shift entirely into cage-free (free run or free range) or enriched colony housing operations, much of which will allow laying hens to scamper and fly freely within large-scale barns or operations. This is in part a response to the changing requirements of grocery and […]
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In early 2024, an outbreak of avian influenza virus (AIV) in U.S. dairy cattle prompted a burst of alarming news headlines and calls for action in the scientific community. Up to this point, nobody knew the H5N1 strain of influenza could spread to cattle—though it had already devastated poultry flocks around the world and was […]
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No one wants to be treated unfairly. So, if EDI initiatives are intended to help ensure that everyone is treated fairly, why do they sometimes trigger opposition? Which EDI initiatives are effective and more likely to be well-received? These are some of the questions at the center of U of G Professor Leanne Son Hing’s […]
Continuing with our student story series, this month we sit down with Fatemeh Fazel in the Pathobiology Department. “As a veterinarian, I have witnessed several avian influenza outbreaks and their devastating consequences on both the food sector and public health,” says Arrell and HQP Scholar Alumna Fatemeh FazeI. “I decided to become part of the […]
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Dr. Dirk Steinke’s research explores the multifaceted world of farmland biodiversity and specific ecosystem functions. His project has introduced new pest management strategies to help address food security and promote sustainability in agriculture. Expanding Our Understanding of Pest Harm One of the key findings of his project is the ability to predict the potential harm […]
The above is an example of her work, which is a graphic from a collective call for the establishment of a national school food program in Canada resource. In this post we discuss how AFI Creative Advisor Alex Sawatzky incorporates visual methods to communicate ideas, information, and research. Alex Sawatzky (PhD) is an interdisciplinary researcher, […]
