/osas/taxonomy/term/4/all en /osas/channels/news/remove-co2-atmosphere-former-mcgill-postdocs-startup-looks-biomass-358010 <p>In 2019, while doing post-doctoral research in ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ's Department of Natural Resource Sciences, Qinhong Cai (better known as Tammy) travelled to Nunavut to join the <a href="https://tc.canada.ca/en/campaigns/oceans-protection-plan">Oceans Protection Plan</a>, a federal initiative designed to improve marine safety and increase the protection and restoration of coastal and seaway ecosystems. Cai, an environmental engineer, was sent to monitor hydrocarbon contaminants and microbial genomics along the Kivalliq transportation corridor.</p> Mon, 22 Jul 2024 19:32:51 +0000 admin 2849 at /osas /osas/channels/news/nyc-beaches-angry-birds-fight-drones-patrolling-sharks-and-struggling-swimmers-357955 <p>Patrol drones deployed in May to New York City beaches to look for sharks and struggling swimmers are ruffling feathers. Seabirds have been attacking the drones as if they are predators, flying and swooping at the machines while vocalizing.</p> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:28:43 +0000 admin 2845 at /osas /osas/channels/news/mcgill-student-investigating-why-quebecs-red-cardinal-population-has-exploded-357859 <p>The population of red cardinals has exploded in Quebec over the past 25 years. After eight months of tracking 41 cardinals as they flew from tree to tree in different environments, a ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ biologist <a href="https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2024/06/26/le-cardinal-rouge-a-choisi-le-quebec-comme-terre-daccueil-et-voici-pourquoi">spoke to the Journal de Montreal</a> about why cardinals may be thriving here.</p> Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:31:38 +0000 admin 2836 at /osas /osas/channels/news/montreal-peregrine-falcon-chicks-take-first-flights-world-full-danger-357815 <p>The world is full of dangers when you're a falcon chick less than six weeks old and learning to fly — even if you're a member of the fastest species on Earth.</p> <p>This week, three falcon chicks named Hugo, Polo and Estebane started to spread their wings around the nest site on the 23rd floor of the Université de Montréal tower, with hundreds of online viewers watching their every move.</p> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 18:24:53 +0000 admin 2826 at /osas /osas/channels/news/three-researchers-mcgills-faculty-agricultural-and-environmental-sciences-honoured-prestigious-357787 <p>On June 14, the Government of Canada announced $693.8 million in funding for discovery and applied research, including $94.5 million for the <a href="http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/media-medias/lists-listes/2024/spring-printemps-eng.aspx">Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program</a> to support 121 new and renewed chair holders at 39 postsecondary institutions across the country.</p> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:53:37 +0000 admin 2821 at /osas /osas/channels/news/montreal-drives-greener-golf-courses-banning-most-pesticides-357702 <p>Montreal will become the first jurisdiction in Canada to legislate and regulate on golf course pesticide use after a decision to ban most pesticides at golf courses across the city starting next year. Following a successful 2-year pilot project, the ban aims to encourage the use of low-toxicity alternatives to protect biodiversity and human health. Golf courses, which were previously exempt from certain pesticide restrictions, will face fines for non-compliance.</p> Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:06:21 +0000 admin 2815 at /osas /osas/channels/event/activity-booklet-buzzing-world-pollinators-2024-edition-332911 <h2>Come celebrate National Pollinator Week!</h2> Mon, 30 Aug 2021 18:56:51 +0000 ingrid.chiraz@mcgill.ca 1273 at /osas /osas/channels/news/how-reduce-ecological-footprint-your-plate-without-becoming-vegan-357695 <p>Are you having guests over for a barbecue at the end of the week? What will you put on the grill? Animal proteins, most likely. Even if we know the effects of red meat consumption on the environment and potentially on health, for many people it's inconceivable to go without.</p> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:07:28 +0000 admin 2813 at /osas /osas/channels/news/mcgill-awards-honorary-doctorate-marcel-groleau-357694 <p>By Myriam Laplante El Haïli, originally published in <a href="https://www.laterre.ca/actualites/distinctions/mcgill-decerne-un-doctorat-honoris-causa-a-marcel-groleau/">La terre de chez nous</a></p> <p>On June 5, Marcel Groleau, former president of the Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA), was awarded ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ's highest honor, an honorary doctorate. The distinction underlines the important legacy Mr. Groleau leaves to Quebec's agricultural sector.</p> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:53:51 +0000 admin 2810 at /osas /osas/channels/news/skills-shortage-could-lead-food-insecurity-357691 <p> A lack of scientists specialized in plant breeding could lead to ‘dire’ food security implications in Australia, and around the world, according to new research conducted across three continents. </p> <p>Plant breeding is a multidisciplinary science that underpins the global production of food, animal feed, fuel and fibre.  </p> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:14:18 +0000 admin 2808 at /osas /osas/channels/news/36-million-funding-genomic-solutions-agriculture-bio-food-and-environment-357688 <p>Génome Québec and the Fonds de recherche du Québec – secteur nature et technologies (FRQ), have announced the 15 research projects that have won major funding through the third round of the <em>Genomics Integration Program – Agriculture and Biofood, Forestry and Environment</em>, including two led by ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ researchers in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The total investment, including public and private partners, represents nearly $3.6 million.</p> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 13:46:47 +0000 admin 2807 at /osas /osas/channels/news/faes-professors-awarded-295-million-climate-change-adaptation-and-mitigation-strategies-357625 <p><em>Originally <a href="https://reporter.mcgill.ca/government-of-canada-invests-3m-in-climate-change-adaptation-research-at-mcgill/">published in the ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ Reporter</a> by Charlotte Bawol, Digital Communications & Event Administrator (Research and Innovation)</em></p> Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:05:51 +0000 admin 2804 at /osas /osas/channels/news/marcel-groleau-named-honorary-degree-recipient-faculty-agricultural-environmental-sciences-357430 <p><a href="https://reporter.mcgill.ca/mcgill-announces-honorary-degree-recipients/">Ten exceptional individuals will receive honorary degrees</a> from ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ as part of Spring 2024 Convocation ceremonies. This year’s recipients represent a diverse array of leaders whose contributions span disciplines, industries, and continents.</p> Thu, 23 May 2024 19:29:25 +0000 admin 2797 at /osas /osas/channels/news/developing-healthier-more-profitable-food-industry-quebec-357368 <p>As the cost of living continues to rise, our need for affordable, local, and nutritious foods has never been greater. Quebec’s food producers want to meet that demand — but how can they innovate and stay competitive in a challenging economy?</p> <p>Finding answers is the mission of the Consortium for Research, Innovation and the Transformation of Agri-food (Consortium RITA) at ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ.</p> Thu, 16 May 2024 15:56:21 +0000 admin 2794 at /osas /osas/channels/news/video-ai-milk-production-357326 <p>Dairy producers know that the slightest change in the behavior of cows can give an indication of their state of health. But since they can't be everywhere at once, artificial intelligence could help improve and extend the lives of their livestock. In ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ's Macdonald Campus farm, researchers are developing tools to detect problems before they occur.</p> Tue, 14 May 2024 15:19:41 +0000 admin 2790 at /osas