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McDonald’s Big Arch Launch Not a Misstep: U of G Marketer To announce the launch of The Big Arch, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski appeared on social media this week eating “this product” as he called it, for lunch.

#ExpertAlert | “Even a little bit of negative attention can be profitable when it keeps the conversation going,” says Dr. Preetinder Kaur, marketing professor at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics.

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Help Your Pet Maintain a Healthy Weight Supporting pets through changes in their body condition can be an emotional journey, and conversations about it are not always easy. Yet a University of Guelph veterinary nutritionist says these…

#UofG | Conversations about pet weight loss can be challenging, but maintaining a healthy weight is vital for healthy pets.

Dr. Adronie Verbrugghe offers tips in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Artemis Launch Lays Foundation for Further Space Exploration As an astronaut prepares to become the first Canadian to fly around the moon, a University of Guelph instructor says the upcoming mission will “open doors to new fields of research yet to be imagined....

#UofG | The upcoming Artemis II mission will see a Canadian astronaut become the first non-American to travel beyond low-Earth orbit.

Orbax breaks down the mission in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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‘Heated Rivalry’ Has Potential to Change Hockey Culture Heated Rivalry, the groundbreaking new Canadian television show that tells the story of two LGBTQ2IA male hockey players who fall in love, is creating visibility on the screen and driving a renewed…

#UofG | The groundbreaking new Canadian show #HeatedRivalry is creating visibility through queer characters on-screen and driving a renewed call for inclusivity in hockey.

Learn more from Dr. Ann Pegoraro in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Hotel Holiday Experience is Older Than You Think Hotels have helped set the standard for holiday hosting traditions for more than two centuries, says Dr. Kevin James, a University of Guelph historian. James is a professor at U of G’s College of Arts...

Hotels have been creating the 'holiday experience' for more than 200 years, says #UofG historian.

In our latest #ExpertAlert, Dr. Kevin James, who studies old hotel guest books and records, shares what these materials can teach us about past traditions.

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Cost May Trump Ethical Shopping This Holiday Season With the holiday shopping season underway, many are making a list and checking it twice. While some may want to focus on shopping ethically this year, a University of Guelph marketing researcher says…

#UofG | The holiday shopping season is upon us and many want to purchase ethical and sustainable products. But, high prices can get in the way.

Dr. Jing Wan discusses the challenges of shopping ethically in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Canada Poised for Cannabis Tourism Success, Regulations Needed Currently, the Cannabis Act does not allow the public into cannabis grow operations, prohibiting the kinds of services wineries offer.

#ExpertAlert | A lack of regulations that support cannabis tourism in Canada, is creating obstacles for the tourism and hospitality industries, says Dr. Susan Dupej.

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U of G Art History Professor Weighs in on Louvre Heist The Louvre museum heist reveals an “eroding” social contract that tighter security can’t fix, says a University of Guelph art history professor.

“The Louvre theft reminds us that a certain amount of museum security is performative.”

Dr. Sally Hickson, #UofG art history professor, speaks on the eroding social contract in museums.

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U of G Harnessing Tech to Transform Agri-Food Sector Technologies ranging from automation to machine learning are revolutionizing how our food is grown, processed and developed. These tools are improving efficiency, reducing fertilizer use and creating…

#UofG researchers are at the forefront of Canada's agri-tech sector, harnessing technology to revolutionize how our food is grown, processed and developed.

Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Indoor Farms Can Grow Food All Year, But Are They Safe? Dr. Keith Warriner co-authors first major report on food safety of indoor farms published by the United Nations’ Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO).

Indoor farms, able to grow food all year, could help solve our global food crisis. But how safe are they?

#UofG food safety prof Dr. Keith Warriner breaks down risks in a new UN report.

Read more in our #ExpertAlert:
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McVeggie Launch: What is the Future of Plant-Based Food in Canada? More Canadian consumers open to transitioning to plant-based diets but demand transparency, says Dr. Sadaf Mollaei, U of G Arrell Chair in the Business of Food.

The McVeggie has launched. Will Canadians bite, or pass it by?

Dr. Sadaf Mollaei, #UofG professor studying sustainable food marketing and consumer choice, shares her thoughts.

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Less Additives, More Plants: Key to Better Food? Dr. Alejandro Marangoni proposes new “field to colon” food design in new Nature Food study, encouraging use of raw plant materials over purified ingredients.

Could raw plants lead to cheaper, more nutritious food?

#UofG researcher proposes a new sustainable food design, a major shift from industry's current approach, that can cut costs by 75%.

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AI Chatbots Are Giving Away Your Company’s Data Dr. Ali Dehghantanha warns that the next data breach for businesses will come from their AI assistants and chatbots.

It took less than an hour for this #UofG prof to get a company's AI chatbot to share sensitive data.

“The more connected an AI assistant is, the bigger its attack surface,” warns Dr. Ali Dehghantanha.

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Trending Labubu Dolls ‘Inherently Unsustainable,’ U of G Prof Warns The colourful plush Labubu dolls taking over the internet are leading to unsustainable consumption, according to a marketing researcher at the University of Guelph. Dr. Jing Wan, a professor in the…

#UofG | #Labubu unboxings are taking over the internet, but the trending dolls are leading to unsustainable consumption as people prioritize novelty over sustainability.

Dr. Jing Wan shares more in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Expert Available: Pierre Poilievre Running in Byelection Constituents in the rural Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot will head to the polls on Aug. 18 for a byelection in which Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre hopes to win back a seat in the House...

#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons is available for interviews to discuss the upcoming federal byelection in Alberta, where Pierre Poilievre is running to win back a seat in the House of Commons.

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Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/07/expe...

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Local Shark Week Seeks ‘Holy Grail’ of White Shark Ecology Dr. Stephen Crawford, an integrative biology professor at the University of Guelph, is seeking to capture the courtship and mating of great white sharks.

Dr. Stephen Crawford is seeking the "holy grail" of white shark research at #UofG.

Based on Indigenous and local knowledge, "we have a decent chance of finding something special in Passamaquoddy Bay," he says.

Read more in this latest #ExpertAlert:
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Greenhouse Farming Emerging as Urban Food Solution As climate change and trade tensions continue to put a strain on our food systems, a University of Guelph researcher says greenhouses and other forms of controlled environment agriculture (CEA)…

#ExpertAlert | Climate change & trade tensions are straining our food systems.

#UofG's Dr. Youbin Zheng shares how greenhouses offers a solution by providing food in urban areas.

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Real Estate Prof on Impact of ‘Crumbling’ Pre-Construction Condo Market For nearly 20 years, condominiums in the Greater Toronto Area have been sold before they have been built – in some cases before the developer has even secured the land – significantly impacting the…

#ExpertAlert | “Households need to be better informed about the risk."

Dr. Diana Mok, real estate expert, shares insights about Canada's pre-construction condo market.

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AI Optimizes Greenhouse Management But Brings Risks, U of G Prof Says Artificial intelligence is already being used to manage food production in Canadian greenhouses, but it doesn’t come without risks, says a University of Guelph computer scientist. Dr. Rozita Dara…

#UofG | Artificial intelligence is already being used to manage food production in Canadian greenhouses, but it doesn’t come without risks.

Dr. Rozita Dara shares more in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Wartime Shipwrecks Could Attract Grave Robbers, U of G Historian Warns The recent recovery of a bell from a Second World War ship that sank off the coast of the United Kingdom has a University of Guelph historian concerned that the discovery could encourage future grave…

A #UofG historian says the discovery of a bell from a Second World War ship that sank off the U.K. coast could encourage future grave robbing.

Learn more from Dr. Alex Souchen in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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Feeling Canadian? U of G Experts On Increasing Maple Leaf Pride As the trade war between Canada and the U.S. wages on, Canadians’ sense of patriotism is translating into changing buying habits. Businesses have added labels to Canadian products and Canada-U.S.

As the trade war continues between Canada and the U.S., many Canadians are feeling an increased sense of pride in the maple leaf. #UofG faculty weigh in on the surge in Canadian pride in this #ExpertAlert.

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Tips for Reducing Exam Stress from a U of G Psychologist Exam season has begun and many students are feeling the jitters. That’s perfectly normal and might even be beneficial, says a University of Guelph psychologist. Moderate stress can help boost…

#UofG | Too much stress building up during exam season can make it difficult for students to focus, but short mindfulness practices can help people slow down, unwind and increase attention.

Dr. Stephanie Craig shares more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/04/tips...

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Experts Available: Federal Election simmonsj@uoguelph.ca Dr. Julie Simmons focuses on Canadian politics, including federal -provincial relations, federalism, party politics and electoral politics. She has spoken about the recent Ontario...

Canadians will head to the polls on April 28 #UofG has faculty available for interviews on topics related to the campaign and upcoming election. #CdnPoli #Election #CdnElection #CanadaVotes

Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/03/expe...

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Measles Resurgence: U of G Historian Offers Insights Into Vaccine Hesitancy As Canada struggles with a sudden sharp increase in the number of measles diagnoses, a University of Guelph historian says highlighting the societal benefits of vaccination could help discourage the…

#UofG | Vaccine hesitancy is likely playing a role in a surge of measles diagnoses across Canada.

Dr. Catherine Carstairs explains how highlighting societal benefits of vaccination could help combat hesitancy in this #ExpertAlert.

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Loneliness is Bad for Your Health, U of G Researcher Says In an era in which an increasing number of people report feeling lonely, a University of Guelph researcher says a lack of social connections has serious impacts on our health. Dr.

Loneliness can have serious impacts on your health, a #UofG researcher says.

Dr. Shayna Skakoon-Sparling explores how people can deepen their social connections in our latest #ExpertAlert.

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This Cold, Snowy Winter Has Been Great For Our Trees, Says Arboretum Expert Record-breaking snow this year could be a boon for tree health, says Alison Morrison, manager of horticulture at the University of Guelph Arboretum. “Snow provides insulation for plants and soil as it...

It's been a difficult winter. But many of our trees can handle much colder than this, says #UofG arboretum manager.

Why are snow and cold actually great conditions for trees? Learn in this latest #ExpertAlert.

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