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McGill University Bioresource Engineering

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Bioresource Engineering; The Environmental Choice!

Bioresource Engineering is an accredited, professional engineering program in which students learn to design, optimize and manage sustainable technological and biological systems in the service of society and the environment. There are five optional streams in the program that you may follow to help you focus on your personal interests within the discipline.

10/15/2026

Better data. Smarter decisions. Stronger farms.

What if Quebec farmers could benefit from years of local research to help them grow more, reduce waste and make the most of every dollar?

That’s the idea behind AgPrécision, a new initiative launched by Dr. Viacheslav Adamchuk, Professor and Chair of McGill’s Department of Bioresource Engineering, with support from Quebec’s Ministry of Agriculture (MAPAQ).

The project will connect agricultural field trials across five regions of Quebec, building a shared database of research tailored to local soil and climate conditions. Over the next three years, the team aims to coordinate more than 200 trials, helping agronomists turn research into practical, evidence-based advice for farmers.

🌾 From optimizing fertilizer use to testing cover crops, AgPrécision aims to help producers make informed decisions, improve efficiency and manage tight margins.

Because better farming starts with better information.

🔗 Learn more: https://agprecision.ca/

10/13/2026

Can UV light make mushrooms more nutritious?
McGill researchers are helping answer that question.
A team including Professor Valérie Orsat from McGill’s Department of Bioresource Engineering has published a new study in Food Research International looking at how ultraviolet (UV) light can increase vitamin D₂ in mushrooms.
Mushrooms naturally contain a compound called ergosterol, which can be converted into vitamin D₂ when exposed to UV light. But there’s an important catch: too little UV may not produce enough vitamin D₂, while too much can reduce the benefits and affect quality.
The team analyzed 22 studies to better understand how factors such as UV dose, exposure time and whether mushrooms are whole or sliced affect vitamin D₂ production.
🍄 Why does this matter?
Vitamin D is an important nutrient, and mushrooms could offer a plant-based food source of vitamin D₂. Finding the right UV treatment could help the food industry produce more nutritious mushrooms while maintaining their colour, texture and quality.
The research also shows that there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Different mushroom species and formats may require different treatments.
The next step? The McGill team is exploring blue and green light to see how light-based treatments could be used to enhance other nutrients and beneficial compounds in foods.
This is a great example of how engineering and food science can help make the foods we eat more nutritious.
To learn more, check out this link: https://smart-lighting.es/luz-herramienta-mejora-nutricional-luz-uv-vitamina-d-champinones/
Congratulations to Professor Orsat and the research team on this exciting work!

10/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Hamid Akbarzadeh Shafaroudi on his promotion to Full Professor at McGill University!

What if materials could do more than simply provide strength? What if they could sense changes, adapt to their surroundings, or even repair themselves?

These are some of the questions driving Dr. Akbarzadeh Shafaroudi’s research in advanced materials and innovative structural design. Since joining McGill’s Department of Bioresource Engineering in 2015, he has been exploring new ways to design smarter, more adaptable structures, with potential applications in everything from aerospace and agriculture to renewable energy and sustainable construction.

As the Canada Research Chair in Programmable Multifunctional Metamaterials, his work is helping push the boundaries of what materials can do.

We’re proud to celebrate this important career milestone and his contributions to research and engineering innovation at McGill!

10/05/2026

Taking learning beyond the classroom!
Last week, students in Professor Chandra Madramootoo’s Soil and Water Conservation course headed to Ormstown, Quebec, for a hands-on look at the installation of subsurface tile drainage systems.
The field trip gave students the opportunity to see drainage construction in action and explore the equipment and techniques used to manage water below the soil surface.
Students also examined:
🔹 Different pipe materials used in drainage systems
🔹 Geosynthetic materials used in drainage installation
🔹 Equipment used for subsurface drainage construction
🔹 The practical considerations involved in designing and installing agricultural drainage systems
Experiences like this help bridge the gap between classroom concepts and real-world agricultural engineering, giving students a firsthand understanding of the technologies used to improve soil and water management.
A big thank you to Professor Madramootoo and everyone who helped make this field experience possible!

09/28/2026

Solid Mechanics Seminar: Lightweight, Strong, and Recyclable Materials

How can we design materials that are lighter, stronger and more sustainable?

Join us on October 2 for a seminar featuring Prof. Daniel Therriault of Polytechnique Montréal, who will present:
“Lightweight, Strong, and Recyclable: 3D-Printed Architected Solids for Structural Applications”

Prof. Therriault is a Full Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal and Co-Director of the Laboratory for Multiscale Mechanics (LM2). His research focuses on additive manufacturing of advanced materials and multifunctional composites, including non-planar and multi-material 3D printing.
His work is helping advance high-performance materials for applications including aerospace and other demanding sectors, while exploring new possibilities in sustainable and multifunctional material design.

The seminar will be co-chaired by Prof. Hamid Akbarzadeh (McGill) alongside Prof. Liying Jiang (Western).

📅 October 2, 2026
⏰ 12:00 p.m. ET
💻 Online via Zoom
👉 Join the seminar: https://mcgill.zoom.us/j/89707819601?utm_source=chatgpt.com

09/24/2026

What can origami teach us about the future of engineering?

From ancient paper-folding techniques to programmable materials, soft robotics and advanced metamaterials, origami is inspiring new ways to solve complex engineering challenges.

Join McGill’s Materials Institute (MIAM) on Thursday, October 8 for High-Tech Origami: Advances in Programmable Metamaterials and Soft Robotics, featuring two McGill researchers at the forefront of this exciting field:

🔹 Hamid Akbarzadeh, Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Multifunctional Metamaterials, McGill Department of Bioresource and Mechanical Engineering.

🔹 Damiano Pasini, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Mechanical Metamaterials, McGill Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Together, they will explore how folding techniques can help answer some fascinating engineering questions:

How can we create materials that are stronger and lighter?
How can we conserve space when transporting products around the world and into space?
How can we design machines that are durable, flexible and deployable in remote environments?
And there's more! Samples of origami and origami-inspired materials will be on display.

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Arts Building, Room W-120, McGill Campus
📌 853 rue Sherbrooke Ouest
🎤 Moderated by Marta Cerruti, Professor of Materials Engineering and Co-Director of MIAM

👉 Registration is required: forms.office.com/r/XmxncWh4hz

Come discover how a simple fold can lead to entirely new possibilities in materials and engineering.

09/22/2026

McGill Bioresource Engineering expertise on the international stage!
We are proud to highlight Professor Chandra Madramootoo, who was invited to deliver a keynote presentation at the 13th International Conference on Geosynthetics, held in Montreal.
His keynote, “Design Criteria for Selection of Geosynthetics in Irrigation and Drainage Conveyance Systems,” focused on the important role of geosynthetics in the design of irrigation and drainage systems.
With more than 800 experts, manufacturers and suppliers from around the world in attendance, the conference brought together an international community working with geosynthetics and geomembranes.
Professor Madramootoo’s invitation reflects the value of his expertise in irrigation, drainage and agricultural water management, and we are delighted to see his work contributing to international conversations in the field.
Congratulations, Professor Madramootoo, on this outstanding opportunity to share your expertise with the global geosynthetics community!

09/18/2026

Wondering where a degree in science or engineering could take you?

Your career path may not look anything like you expect.

Join Brace Water Centre and MIXCHEM CREATE on Friday, October 2 for a bilingual Science Careers Panel Discussion featuring four professionals whose careers span water treatment, bioinformatics, mining and transportation.

Hear firsthand about the decisions, experiences and opportunities that shaped their careers, including:

💧 Beatriz Ramos — Manager, Water Treatment Division, Stantec
🧬 Susanne Kraemer — Bioinformatician, Environment and Climate Change Canada
⛏️ Rebekah Kipp — Canada/USA Coordinator, Find An Independent Mining Expert (FAIME)
🚆 Samia Enayet — Senior Regional Manager, Eastern Canada, CN

The panel will explore their educational journeys, career paths and experiences in the workplace, followed by a student Q&A. Stick around afterward to connect with the panelists and fellow students during a networking session with light refreshments.

Whether you already have a career in mind or are still figuring out what comes next, come discover the many directions a science or engineering background can take you.

📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 McGill Engine Centre, 3450 Rue University
🌐 Bilingual event

👉 Register here: mcgill.ca/x/5Rg

Come with questions. Leave with possibilities.

09/16/2026

Congratulations to Professor Zhiming Qi, 2026 ASA Fellow!

The Department of Bioresource Engineering at McGill University is proud to celebrate Professor Zhiming Qi on being named a 2026 Fellow of the American Society of Agronomy (ASA).

Fellow is the highest honor bestowed by the American Society of Agronomy, recognizing members who have achieved excellence in agronomic science and demonstrated outstanding service to the profession and the Society throughout their careers.

This prestigious distinction recognizes significant contributions across research, education, industry, extension and leadership, as well as a lasting impact on agronomy and the broader scientific community.

Professor Qi’s recognition reflects the excellence, leadership and impact he has brought to the field throughout his career. We are proud to have him as a member of the McGill Bioresource Engineering community and grateful for his continued contributions to research, education and the advancement of agricultural science.

To read more about Dr. Qi's achievements, check out these links:
https://sciencesocieties.secure-platform.com/awards/gallery/rounds/82075/details/25437
https://sciencesocieties.secure-platform.com/awards/gallery?roundId=82075

Please join us in congratulating Professor Zhiming Qi on this well-deserved honour!

09/14/2026

What a great weekend at Open Barn!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Macdonald Campus this past weekend for Open Barn! It was wonderful to welcome our community to campus and showcase the people, projects and research that make McGill Bioresource Engineering so unique.

Visitors had the chance to explore a variety of hands-on activations, including:

🤖 Mac Robotics, showcasing the creativity and technical skills of our students

🚜 MuTrac, where our students are putting engineering principles into practice through 1/4-scale tractor design and innovation

📡 Sensors & Robots, highlighting how advanced sensing technologies and robotics are being used to address challenges in agriculture and the environment

🌎 Climate Change Impacts, showcasing research examining how changing environmental conditions affect agricultural systems and how engineering can help us adapt

Events like Open Barn are a great opportunity to see how our students and faculty are tackling real-world challenges through engineering, technology, agriculture and sustainability.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and faculty, and especially to all the volunteers who helped make the event possible. Your time, enthusiasm and support made the weekend a success!

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