Scientists decode the full range of oat genomes, opening the door to more nutritious, climate-smart crops

Published: 28 November 2025

Researchers have cracked one of agriculture’s most complicated genomes, revealing long-hidden DNA rearrangements that could help scientists breed oats that are more resilient, nutritious and...

Scientists edit oat DNA for the first time, paving the way for healthier, more climate-resilient crops

Published: 10 June 2025

For the first time, scientists have successfully edited oat DNA, a breakthrough that could accelerate the development of oats with more fibre, higher yields, and greater resilience to climate...

Genetic tweaks can make oats more nutritious, increase shelf life

Published: 10 October 2024

A recent study from McGill University proposes a way to enhance the nutritional value of oats by increasing their content of oleic acid, a type of healthy fat known for its cardiovascular heart...

What makes certain groups more vulnerable to COVID-19?

Published: 3 December 2020

What makes the elderly and people with underlying conditions more vulnerable to COVID-19? According to a new study led by McGill University researchers, clues can be found in the proteins involved...

Crafting better beer

Published: 6 July 2017

Canada’s extensive malting and brewing industry could get a further boost from new insight into the science of malting.

Back to top