/macdonald/articles/rss en /macdonald/article/safe-nutritious-and-secure-food-supply <p>This research theme focuses on supporting the production of safe, nutritious, and healthy food. The entire food system is a unified infrastructure comprising ecological, economic, and social dimensions. The use of integrative computational approaches for large dataset analysis can result in dramatic effects on food production via in silico modelling of various scenarios and contexts. Food system innovations require an understanding of the functionality and characteristics of foods during their processing.</p> Thu, 09 May 2024 20:23:44 +0000 AES 1845 at /macdonald /macdonald/article/bioproducts-biomaterials-and-bioenergy <p>By advancing research in these areas, we address global challenges like climate change, renewable energy, and food security, while meeting consumer demands and fostering economic growth. Additionally, biomimetic materials inspired by nature offer multifunctionality and structural stability, further enhancing sustainability efforts.</p> Thu, 09 May 2024 20:38:57 +0000 AES 1847 at /macdonald /macdonald/article/human-nutrition-and-one-health <p>Embracing the "One Health" approach, which integrates human, animal, and environmental health, our research encompasses optimal nutrition, food safety, control of zoonotic diseases, and the protection and improvement of human and animal health and well-being. By tackling issues such as zoonoses and environmentally transmitted pathogens, we strive to foster a healthier and more sustainable future for society.</p> Thu, 09 May 2024 20:30:20 +0000 AES 1846 at /macdonald /macdonald/article/sustainable-crop-and-livestock-production-systems <p>This theme integrates knowledge from both traditional and emerging approaches to address challenges in producing affordable, high-quality agricultural products while safeguarding biodiversity and resilience. Concepts such as carbon footprint, animal welfare, and equitable food distribution are central to the development of truly sustainable crop and livestock production systems, aligning with evolving consumer expectations and ethical considerations.</p> Thu, 09 May 2024 20:14:01 +0000 AES 1844 at /macdonald /macdonald/article/environment-ecology-and-sustainability <p>Applied ecology forms the cornerstone of this theme, intertwining ecological research with real-world applications and emphasizing the integration of social, economic, political, and institutional factors for effective environmental management and problem-solving.</p> Thu, 09 May 2024 19:24:40 +0000 AES 1842 at /macdonald /macdonald/article/water-soil-and-their-sustainable-management <p>Emphasizing efficient resource management and the mitigation of environmental pollutants, the research aims to ensure the production of high-quality, nutritious food while adapting to ongoing climate change.</p> <blockquote> <p>“<em>With growing water scarcity and concerns about climate change, new technologies must be developed to conserve our limited freshwater supplies while increasing crop productivity.</em>”<br /> —Professor Viacheslav Adamchuk</p></blockquote> Thu, 09 May 2024 19:36:06 +0000 AES 1843 at /macdonald