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Soil Science Society of America Journal
The Soil Science Society of America Journal (SSSA Journal), published bimonthly, is the official publication of the Soil Science Society of America. The SSSA Journal publishes papers on original research, issue papers, reviews, comments and letters to the editor, and book reviews.
Soil Science Society of America Journal
Podcast Episode 2: Bioenergy Researcher
 Soil to Sky: Bioenergy Researcher: Play Now
February 2008: We spoke with Tanya McDonald, a researcher at Olds College. She’s on the leading edge of biofuels and bioenergy research in Alberta and she told us about how she chose her career, what she does, and why she loves it. Listen now!
University of Calgary, Department of Biological Sciences
We are a large department, with nearly sixty professors and instructors unified by the common goal of excellence in the discovery and dissemination of knowledge in the life sciences.
University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Biotechnology
Students enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology program are offered the opportunity to study agriculture in lab-extensive programs that provide excellent practical experience with special emphasis on issues, research, and courses related and relevant to agriculture.
Lacombe Research Centre
The Lacombe Research Centre, a research centre of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, is located in the town of Lacombe in central Alberta between the two large cities of Edmonton and Calgary, approximately 23 km north of Red Deer.
Industrial Adviser
A biotech company starts off as an idea. A person or a group of researchers believe they can create a better treatment for cancer, for example. They found their company, convince people to invest money in the project, hire employees and start the process of making that idea a product which can be sold.
Animal Care Technician
Catherine Bone never wanted a desk job. She’s happy every morning putting on heavy rubber boots to go to work, where she keeps 30 000 salmon healthy so that her company, Aqua Health, can test experimental vaccines on them.
Research and Development Veterinarian
Reproduction technology has always fascinated Daniel Bousquet. “It’s amazing to be able to create a new being, to manipulate life.” Trained as a veterinarian, he now works as Director of Research and Development for L’Alliance Boviteq, a small company specialising in bovine reproduction.
Research Technician
As a research technician, Stefanie has to show people who use the lab (there are about 10) how to use the equipment. Laboratory equipment can be pretty complex — and in the field of biochemistry, like all sciences, it is getting more sophisticated and hi-tech every day. In Stefanie’s experience, even Ph.D. students need someone to explain how the machinery works! In her supervisory role, Stefanie also helps her colleagues with research problems, opens mail, and generally keeps the lab running smoothly.
Research and Development Lab Manager
David Cameron makes his living from yeast. He doesn’t bake bread or brew beer. He helps a company called Tembec Inc. use yeast to create alcohol from wood.
The National Research Council (NRC)
The National Research Council (NRC) is the Government of Canada’s premier organization for research and development and is composed of over twenty institutes and national programs, spanning a wide variety of disciplines and offering a broad array of services. Offices are located in every province in Canada and play a major role in stimulating community-based innovation.
Central Experimental Farm
Canada is the only country to have a working farm in the heart of its capital: the Central Experimental Farm, established in 1886 as the central research station for the federal Department of Agriculture. The Farm continues that scientific focus as the location for laboratories and research plots for the Eastern Cereal and Oilseed Research Centre.
Biotechnology Research Institute
The Biotechnology Research Institute of the National Research Council Canada (NRC-BRI) is the largest Canadian research facility devoted to biotechnology. Located in Montreal, the Institute promotes, assists and conducts leading-edge research and development in the fields of health, bioprocess and environment.
Alberta Agricultural Research Institute
The Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI) is the primary agency in Alberta for funding, coordinating and promoting strategic agricultural initiatives in research, development and technology transfer for the agriculture and agri-food sector.
Lakeland Agricultural Research Association
The Lakeland Agricultural Research Association (LARA) conducts applied agricultural research and extension programs throughout Lakeland County and the M.D. of Bonnyville to achieve a profitable and sustainable future for producers by linking all members of the agricultural community.
Chinook Applied Research Association
Chinook Applied Research Association (CARA) is a producer-directed society dedicated to expanding agricultural research and demonstration activity. We provide a link in the transfer of technology between research and the producer. Producers, industry, government and others can access reliable data on crop, livestock and soils projects that is relevant to the area and its soil climatic conditions.
Battle River Research Group
Each year the Battle River Research Group (BRRG) conducts a wide range of applied research agronomy projects. Our major areas of emphasis are forage and livestock projects, direct seeding, herbicide evaluation, variety demonstrations, and special crops.
Canadian Society for Horticultural Science
Canadian Society for Horticultural Science (CSHS) members (scientists, educators, students, extension agents and industry personnel) are involved in and make significant advances in research, teaching, information and technology related to all horticultural crops: fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs, greenhouses, flowers, nursery plants and more.
Animal Physiology Laboratory Technician
Animal physiology can be thought of as the general health and well being of animals. The role of primary production in Canada is to raise large numbers of animals, small or large, for the production of food and animal products. Working in an animal physiology lab, a technician may be working towards understanding how the health of those animals are impacted by the many factors of their lifestyle.
Research Laboratory Technician
A research lab technician is a highly trained expert who assists in the advancement of scientific knowledge in a research environment. For an inquiring mind interested in the pursuit of new technologies, understanding the functions of complex organisms, or building towards a world of healthier plants, animals, and people, a career as a research laboratory technician may be the answer.
Alberta Research Council
Alberta Research Council’s primary focus is innovation. The organization specializes in converting early stage ideas to marketable products and services.
Government of Canada, Science and Innovation
From start to finish, new technologies cover every aspect of food and non-food production systems, changing the way Canadians grow, process, preserve, transport, distribute and even shop for food.” People interested in careers in science would find it interesting to examine the depth of opportunity in Agriculture and Food.
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More Than You Think!
The agriculture and food industry has a lot more opportunity than you might have imagined including careers in production and processing, and also science, technology, and all sorts of management roles. Our Career Profiles directory is also packed with lots of useful information and features to help you find the right kind of career for you.
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February 2008: We spoke with Tanya McDonald, a researcher at Olds College. She’s on the leading edge of biofuels and bioenergy research in Alberta and she told us about how she chose her career, what she does, and why she loves it. Listen now!
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