/plant/taxonomy/term/399/all en /plant/channels/news/animal-science-postdoc-wins-concours-de-vulgarisation-de-la-recherche-de-lacfas-357353 <p>Since 1993, l'Association francophone pour le savoir (Acfas) has been inviting up-and-coming scientists to popularize their research through an annual competition.</p> <p>Open to master's, doctoral and post-doctoral students from all Canadian universities, the competition encourages the production of texts, audio and video files, and comic strips that shed light on subjects from all disciplines.</p> Wed, 15 May 2024 21:04:28 +0000 admin 6412 at /plant /plant/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 Æ»¹ûÒùÔº's Macdonald Campus farm, researchers are developing tools to detect problems before they occur.</p> Tue, 14 May 2024 15:19:41 +0000 admin 6410 at /plant /plant/channels/news/mac-students-inspire-next-gen-scientists-john-abbott-sustainability-through-science-symposium-357154 <p><em><small>Pictured (from left to right): Æ»¹ûÒùÔº/Mac representatives Ingrid Chiraz and Andrew Churchill; grad students: Jasmine Muszik, Mehtab Singh, Aylish Marshall; JAC representatives Sean Hughes and Karim Jaffer</small></em></p> <p><strong>By Kathy MacLean</strong></p> <p>In the dynamic landscape of scientific inquiry, effective communication is not merely an option; it's a necessity. Bridging the gap between complex research and broader audiences fosters understanding, sparks curiosity, and drives positive change.</p> Thu, 02 May 2024 16:59:39 +0000 admin 6392 at /plant /plant/channels/news/artificial-intelligence-barn-356555 <p>Imagine cows roaming freely in a barn equipped with cameras and sensors linked to artificial intelligence in a system that predicts their mood and lifespan. Implementing such a system is the mission of the new Research and Innovation Chair in Animal Welfare and Artificial Intelligence (<a href="https://www.well-e.org/en/">WELL-E</a>), created jointly by Æ»¹ûÒùÔº and UQAM thanks to $5 million in funding over five years.</p> Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:54:31 +0000 admin 6341 at /plant