College of Engineering and Physical Sciences - University of Guelph

Meet Abby Gloade, a third-year Biological & Medical Physics student minoring in Neuroscience at the University of Guelph. Abby has combined her passion for physics with hands-on experience, working as an Undergraduate Student Research Assistant in the Physics Department and engaging with initiatives like the Physics & Astronomy Club, Cheers and Gears, and Gryphons Give – Stem Cells for Life.   “The best thing you can do is ask about potential opportunities and demonstrate the qualities researchers are looking for,” Abby says, encouraging students to get involved beyond the classroom.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/d_ccpsKe

Five U of G engineering students and their custom-built toboggan, made from 350 pounds of concrete and metal, will race down a Montreal ski hill from January 22-26 for the 2025 Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race (GNCTR). The Guelph GNCTR team, made up of 35 students from all engineering disciplines, will apply classroom skills in an interdisciplinary approach to toboggan design, enhancing teamwork and strengthening their sense of community.   “Even though it’s an engineering club, the soft skills and transferrable skills that you develop, like project management, communication and conflict resolution, have been really helpful to me,” says co-captain Emma Sanderson.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebWNjUTs University of Guelph - School of Engineering

Dr. Bahram Gharabaghi, a professor in the University of Guelph - School of Engineering, is trying to build the next generation of “smart” salt trucks. He is currently working with an industry partner, Flodraulic Controls to enhance their salt-spreading system through machine learning and road surface monitoring.   “This research will lead to the development of a real-time, GPS-enabled intelligent road salt application assistance tool. It will help create a critical tool for the next generation of smart salt trucks, resulting in higher road safety while better protecting the environment at a lower cost,” Dr. Gharabaghi said.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/eU6u73hU

Orbax in the Department of Physics explains how to see the planetary parade this month, where Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, and Saturn will align in the night sky. A seventh planet, Mercury, will join the planetary parade in February.   "We do see planetary alignments like this most years, but this one is unique because it’s happening at night when we’ll actually be able to see it, and early in the evening," says Orbax.    Orbax is available for media interviews.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/edQVQKwi

Drs. Vladimir Ladizhansky and Leonid S. Brown, Professors at the University of Guelph's Department of Physics and Biophysics Interdepartmental Group, are pioneering research on membrane protein unfolding. Their recent study uncovers key mechanisms behind how proteins maintain stability, which could impact our understanding of biological processes and diseases such as cystic fibrosis and Alzheimer’s.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJ-xW_hG

Dr. Ali Dehghantanha, cybersecurity researcher and Professor in the School of Computer Science, states that the educational sector is becoming a more attractive target for cyberattacks. He discusses the recent incident affecting GTA school boards and suggests implementing stronger cybersecurity measures to combat the rise of these threats. Dehghantanha is available for media interviews.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/euyrgkTU

Meet Will Berecz, a fourth-year Chemistry student working in Dr. Jennifer Murphy's lab as an undergraduate research assistant. His project focuses on developing materials to capture carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Last semester, his research earned him the Undergraduate Prize at our CEPS Student Research Day!    Through hands-on lab work and research opportunities, undergraduate students gain valuable experience that prepares them for graduate programs and future careers.   Keep watching to learn more about his research and hear about his experience! University of Guelph University of Guelph Research Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph

Cybersecurity Professor Dr. Ali Dehghantanha talks to Newsweek about China's cyberattack on the U.S. Department of Treasury, highlighting security risks and global diplomatic implications. He explains how this cybersecurity breach could exacerbate U.S.-China tensions and intensify the need for cyber diplomacy.   "Globally, the incident serves as a wake-up call for institutions managing sensitive or critical data," Dr. Dehghantanha says. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVPH8Jjp

PhD candidate Genievieve Borg’s impact is felt both inside and outside the classroom at the University of Guelph. Her research in Dr. Kathryn Preuss’s lab focuses on developing molecule-based magnetic materials, with potential applications in quantum computing. Genievieve is also passionate about Indigenizing STEM education and conducting chemical analysis in Indigenous communities to detect potential environmental contaminants.   As an Ojibwe First Nations scholar, her journey has included navigating identity and advocating for increased Indigenous representation in academia.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/eYq8yQ76

Happy Holidays! ❄️ Please note, University business operations will be reduced as of December 23, 2024, reopening January 2, 2025. CEPS social media accounts will be inactive until January 6. See you in the New Year! ✨