University of Guelph

Scientists develop first vaccine to help control autism symptoms

A first-ever vaccine created by University of Guelph researchers for gut bacteria common in autistic children may also help control some autism symptoms. The groundbreaking study by Brittany Pequegnat and Guelph chemistry ...

Autism spectrum disorders created Apr 24, 2013 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (6) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Synthetic 'poop' can cure C. difficile infection, study finds

A synthetic "poop" developed at the University of Guelph can cure nasty gastrointestinal infections caused by Clostridium difficile, a toxin-producing bacterium.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 08, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

'Disgusted' rats teaching scientists about nausea, work may lead to new cancer treatments

Nausea is a common and distressing side effect of many drugs and treatments. Unlike vomiting, nausea is not well understood, but new research by University of Guelph scientists may soon change that.

Neuroscience created Oct 05, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Anxious men fare worse during job interviews, study finds

Nervous about that upcoming job interview? You might want to take steps to reduce your jitters, especially if you are a man.

Psychology & Psychiatry created May 23, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Omega-3s inhibit breast cancer tumor growth, study finds

A lifelong diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids can inhibit growth of breast cancer tumours by 30 per cent, according to new research from the University of Guelph.

Cancer created Feb 21, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Discovery may lead to targeted heart disease treatments

University of Guelph researchers have found the location and effect of abnormal heart proteins that can cause cardiac failure, a discovery that points to potential new ways to treat the most costly health problem in the world.

Cardiology created May 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0