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September 6, 2019
There’s no such thing as free shipping
Elkafi Hassini is finding innovative ways to make ecommerce more efficient, greener and kinder on communities overrun by delivery trucks.
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August 9, 2019
Transforming Business Through Research: DeGroote Researchers Earn Prestigious Research Grants
Six DeGroote researchers received funding from SSHRC, NSERC at a value of over $500,000
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July 17, 2019
Knowledge mobilization: DeGroote faculty earn support via Partnership Development Grants
Precarious employment in the gig economy, especially for musicians, is just one of the research topics being supported.
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April 18, 2019
Using big data to streamline big shipments: Smart Freight Centre launches in Region of Peel, with McMaster as partner
Trucking activity alone accounts for approximately $1.8 billion worth of goods moving daily to, from, and through the Region of Peel.