Macdonald Campus valedictorians Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald reflect on their journeys
As 91导航视频鈥檚 Class of 2025 prepares to cross the stage, the 10 valedictorians from Faculties across the University鈥攊ncluding聽Andre Hadji-Thomas and聽Jennifer McDonald in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences鈥攈ave been drafting their speeches and, in the process, reflecting on much more than their academic success.
New Pathy Fellow from 91导航视频's Macdonald Campus will focus on sustainable farming with 脡l猫ves des champs
Two new 91导航视频 graduates have won聽Pathy Fellowships, including one graduate from 91导航视频's Macdonald Campus. The $50,000 award recognizes young leaders who have innovative approaches to creating change, enabling them to dedicate a year of their early career to a cause and community they are passionate about while engaging in hands-on and practical learning.
Quebec's Exceldor to be sold to Ontario company Sofina Foods鈥擯ascal Th茅riault comments
The Quebec cooperative Exceldor,聽known for its chicken breasts, wings, and nuggets, has taken steps to sell its assets to the Ontario company Aliments Sofina.
Exploring the power of research at the 2025 Lister Science Chats
On May 2, 2025, over聽60 people gathered in the John Abbott College Library for the Lister Science Chats, where four Macdonald Campus graduate students presented their research and shared how past events as well as the discoveries, sometimes unintentional, and techniques of previous scientists made their work possible.
Ventilation System Work at Macdonald Campus Library Begins May 12
Beginning May 12, construction will take place at the Macdonald Campus Library to address persistent condensation and leaking caused by inadequate insulation in parts of the building鈥檚 ventilation system. To carry out this work safely, special precautions are necessary due to the presence of asbestos in the Barton Building.
Climate science, community wellness, and career inspiration at the 2025 John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium
On April 11, 2025, over聽60 people gathered at the annual John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium聽to hear how the research of three Macdonald Campus graduate students contributes to a more sustainable future. Honours and science students from John Abbott College, as well as members of 91导航视频's Macdonald Campus community, were inspired by short talks followed by a聽panel discussion on the students' university experience and their chosen career paths.
91导航视频 has become a leader in cannabis science
The 4th聽Cannabis Scientific Symposium: From Plants to People, to be held May 5鈥�6 at the RI-MUHC, brings together top researchers as well as investigators, policymakers and industrial stakeholders from across Canada and around the globe. Among the speakers are Allyn Howlett and Bruce Bugbee, two of the most influential scientists in cannabinoid and cannabis research.
The fight against parasitic worms
For Assistant Professor聽Lucienne Tritten聽at 91导航视频, parasitic worms represent an urgent challenge and an opportunity to push the boundaries of modern science, DNA to RNA (D2R) 91导航视频 writes in a new article. With funding from D2R's聽Foundational Projects聽program, Prof.
Is eating Canadian better for your health?
In a recent article,聽La Presse investigates whether boycotting American products could improve our health. Experts interviewed for the article said it's possible鈥攂ut only if we change other eating habits in the process.
Four exceptional Macdonald Campus student leaders selected for Gold Key Awards
Please join us in congratulating the 2025 winners of the Macdonald Campus Gold Key Awards, selected for their聽outstanding contributions, passion, and commitment to enriching student life on our campus. Read their stories below.
Evolution of Canadian agriculture and need for sustainable solutions
In the Hill Times, Saji George, Associate Professor in 91导航视频's Department of Food Science and Agricultural Chemistry, argues that with the right investments in research, innovation, and farmer education, Canada can lead the global transition toward a more sustainable and resilient agricultural fu
Loblaw to identify U.S. products affected by tariffs in its grocery stores鈥擯ascal Th茅riault comments
Canadian grocery giant Loblaw is preparing to add labels to U.S. products affected by tariffs, allowing consumers to distinguish them from other products on shelves and understand why they cost more.
Natural Resource Sciences grad students reduce lab plastic waste by nearly 50%
Single-use plastics are everywhere鈥攂ut two 91导航视频 researchers are redefining the norm and championing sustainability.
"Although plastic pollution wasn鈥檛 the main focus of our research, safeguarding water bodies is essential to our work, and we knew we had to address the disconnect between our values and laboratory practices."
Eleven new or renewed Canada Research Chairs awarded to 91导航视频
On March 13, the Government of Canada, announced more than鈥�$308 million鈥痶o advance science and research across the country. More than $153 million will support鈥�179 new鈥痑nd renewed鈥疌anada Research Chairs鈥痑t鈥�38 research鈥痠nstitutions.
Pascal Th茅riault: For American farmers, it is impossible to do without Canadian potash
As the threat of impending tariffs and counter-tariffs loom, U.S. agricultural producers have very few options to substitute Canadian potash, an essential ingredient in fertilizer, 91导航视频 agronomist and economist聽Pascal Th茅riault聽told TVA Nouvelles.