The University of Guelph will receive $1.5 million over five years from the federal government for three Canada Research Chairs including Michael Rogers, Nina Jones and Carla Rice.
“All three chair holders awarded today are outstanding scholars and leaders in their respective disciplines, covering expertise in food nanotechnology to disease treatment to inclusiveness, well-being and equity,” said Malcolm Campbell, vice-president (Research) University of Guelph.
“These three chairs represent the exceptional and diverse creative capacity that distinguishes our campus.
On Dec. 2, Kirsty Duncan, minister of science announced more than $173 million in funding to support 203 new and renewed Canada Research Chairs.