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College of Biological Science @uofgcbs.bsky.social · 1d

DYK that fish can tell how each other were raised?🐟

A study by Dr. Georgia Mason’s lab in @integrativebiology.bsky.social has found that zebrafish will selectively mate with fish raised in “enriched” housing vs those from barren tanks.

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 17h

Tomorrow! IB Seminar Series

Oct 9 11:30: Dr. Kara Layton, UofT
Invertebrate systematics & evolution

Details 👇🏽
www.uoguelph.ca/ib/seminars/...

Departmental Seminar Series

Seminars are held Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, in SSC 2315. All interested are welcome to attend.

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 1d

🔔Deadline approaching! IB is hiring an Asst. Prof in Bioinformatics - apply before Oct 15!
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Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 5d

Next Week’s IB Seminar Series

Oct 9 11:30: Dr. Kara Layton, UofT
Invertebrate systematics & evolution

Details @ www.uoguelph.ca/ib/seminars/...

Departmental Seminar Series

Seminars are held Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, in SSC 2315. All interested are welcome to attend.

www.uoguelph.ca

Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 6d

Today we honour the passing of Dame Jane Goodall, who had roots here at UofG. May her global legacy remind us that the power of science, compassion & action truly can change the world.

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College of Biological Science @uofgcbs.bsky.social · 7d

How does intensive farming affect fish health?🐟

A study by @integrativebiology.bsky.social's Dr. Fred Laberge, Dr. Nick Bernier & PhD grad Dr. Pria Mahabir examined the brain size of creek chub from streams across southern Ontario to find out.

#SCRIBE 🗞️: www.uoguelph.ca/cbs/news/202...

Researchers collecting samples from a stream

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 7d

🔔Deadline approaching! IB is hiring a Canada Excellence Research Chair in Biodiversity Genomics. Apply before Oct 6!
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Canada Excellence Research Chair in Biodiversity Genomics

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 7d

Today we welcome our newest faculty member, @carlingbieg.bsky.social to Integrative Biology.
Dr. Bieg is a theoretical ecologist interested in population & food web dynamics, global change, and ecosystem resilience. Welcome aboard! 🚢

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 8d

Which Magnolias are escaping the arboretum? Genotyping study reveals rootstock can be the source of an invasive species. UofG's @edelinegagnon.bsky.social & Nadia Cavallin at Royal Botanical Garden explain.
🔗http://bit.ly/4nVGP8X

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 8d

#UofG | “We’re not stamp-collecting here.”

Dr. Mehrdad Hajibabaei speaks to @theatlantic.com about capturing Earth's biodiversity and using technology to catalogue all life.

@cbg-uofg.bsky.social @uofgcbs.bsky.social @integrativebiology.bsky.social

Read more: www.theatlantic.com/science/2025...

The Machines Finding Life That Humans Can’t See

A suite of technologies are helping taxonomists speed up species identification.

www.theatlantic.com

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 14d

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. You may have already seen our mental health resource pages, but did you know there are also off-campus & self-guided resources available?

wellness.uoguelph.ca/services/cou...

You’re not alone - support is always within reach 🫶🏻

Off-Campus and Self-Guided Mental Health Resources for Students

We encourage you to evaluate the materials and use what you find helpful. Disclaimer about Links: The online services listed below are not meant to replace a face-to-face consultation with a trained…

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 15d

We're welcoming applications from world-leading researchers in the field of Biodiversity Genomics to the 2026 CERC competition, a significant opportunity to make an impact in Canada’s reputation as a global leader in research & innovation

Canada Excellence Research Chair in Biodiversity Genomics

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 16d

📢 I.B. is HIRING! Apply now for Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics. Deadline = Oct 15!
careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-A...

Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 21d

Save the date! Dr. Glen Van Der Kraak is retiring on September 30! Check your UofG e-mail for all the details.

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 21d

If you’re a new here, getting featured is easy:

👉 Tag us in your post,
👉 Email your content, or
👉 Submit content through our website

We want to celebrate YOU. Your journey inspires current & future students, and celebrates the amazing work coming out of Integrative Biology.

📷cred: Emily Martin

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 26d

Someone brought our admin a stunned young warbler in a cup this morning. Luckily we know just who to call! Thank you @jonathanjojochu.bsky.social & Jelany for your expertise, and shoutout to Sofia for catching the bird when it was flying around the office! 😅

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · 28d

University is exciting — but we know it can also feel overwhelming. Between tuition, scholarships, and awards, there’s a lot to keep track of!

If you haven't already, check out:
👉 Student Financial Services
👉 CBS Awards & Scholarships
👉 IB Employment opportunities

DM's are open!

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · 29d

#UofG | “We don’t have a silver bullet yet, but there are some positive signs.”

Dr. Brian Husband and student researchers discuss work to save nearly extinct American chestnut trees with @nationalobserver.com.

@uofgcbs.bsky.social

Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/09/09/n...

Students' last stand to protect Ontario's vanishing chestnut trees

This summer, a pair of undergraduate students from the University of Guelph are travelling through the province's forests in search of American chestnut trees — a once-dominant species in the region w...

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Sep 4

📢 I.B. is HIRING! Apply now for Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics. Deadline = Oct 15!

Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Sep 3

It’s almost time! 🍂📚 Whether you’re coming back to campus or starting fresh, we’ve got you covered.

From forms to FAQ's, you’ll find everything you need to navigate IB this fall right at your fingertips. Head to our website and click the Staff & Student Login to access it all @ uoguelph.ca/ib

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Aug 28

Check out these pics from our Algonquin field course (BIOL*4410) That view! 🤩

📷 cred: Emily Martin
🔍 see a friend? tag them!

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College of Biological Science @uofgcbs.bsky.social · Aug 25

Why do only some Savannah sparrows raise 2 broods in a single season?🪶

Research by Dr. Hayley Spina @integrativebiology.bsky.social shows that levels of a hormone linked to energy use during demanding times may reveal which females are more likely to double-brood

🗞️ www.uoguelph.ca/cbs/news/202...

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Aug 13

University of Guelph welcomes applications from world-leading researchers in the field of Biodiversity Genomics to the 2026 CERC competition, a significant opportunity to make an impact in Canada’s reputation as a global leader in research & innovation

Canada Excellence Research Chair in Biodiversity Genomics

careers.uoguelph.ca

Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Aug 12

🚨 Hiring in IB!
Sessional instructor for Methods in Wildlife Biology (MWB)- accepting applications until August 27th.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in field biology and a passion for teaching. 🔗http://bit.ly/47syLYe

Spread the word!

UnivofGuelph | SL343241-Fall 2025-BIOL*6140 Applied Field Biology

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Dept. of Integrative Biology @integrativebiology.bsky.social · Aug 5

🚨JOB ALERT IN INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY!
Our Teaching Support Instructor Technician posting is now live until August 12! This role is a great opportunity to join the University of Guelph team and support excellence in teaching and learning.

🔗 Apply here: careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-T...

Teaching Support Instructor Technician

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