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- U of T researchers work with Mississauga’s Trillium Health Partners to create ‘learning health system’ May 31, 2023University of Toronto researchers are addressing hospital overcrowding by looking far beyond packed waiting rooms and overburdened corridors.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/ResearchChairs1-crop.jpg
- Researchers discover molecule in the mouth that could help eliminate pathogens May 31, 2023Researchers at the University Health Network and University of Toronto have discovered a new biotherapeutic molecule – produced by a strain of oral probiotic bacteria – that kills infectious pathogens while promoting a healthy microbiome.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/through-shelving-Glogauer-and-student-crop.jpg
- Twin activists and filmmakers – soon to be U of T grads – champion education for girls May 30, 2023Nivaal and Maryam Rehman were just eight years old when they began spreading awareness about the importance of education to girls in their home village near Lahore, Pakistan. “We were speaking to them about their dreams and aspirations, and we found out that they were going to quit school when they reached Grade 5,” says […]https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/DSCF5761-crop.jpg
- Canadian Black Nurses Alliance launches U of T chapter at Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing May 30, 2023The Canadian Black Nurses Alliance (CBNA) has established a chapter on the University of Toronto campus.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/CBNA-pic-crop.jpg
- ‘Areas of mutual interest’: U of T looks at ways to further deepen its ties with African universities and partners May 30, 2023On a recent visit to Ghana, University of Toronto Scarborough alumnus Efosa Obano met with a small group of young African entrepreneurs – a meeting he later described as a highlight of his trip.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/BANNERIMG_1586-crop.jpg
- Can AI help make our buildings more sustainable? May 29, 2023We know we should switch the lights off when we leave a room – but what about the furnace, or air conditioning?https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/Seungjae-Lee-crop.jpg
- U of T accepts all recommendations of Anti-Asian Racism Working Group’s final report May 29, 2023The University of Toronto is committed to implementing the 40 recommendations for addressing anti-Asian racism on campus issued in the final report by U of T’s Anti-Asian Racism Working Group.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/UofT86454_u-of-t-engineering_50091504116_o-crop.jpg
- U of T highlights its contribution to prosperity in Ontario in submission to provincial panel May 26, 2023The University of Toronto – Canada’s top-ranked university and an engine of prosperity and social mobility for Ontario – has told a provincial panel examining post-secondary education that U of T needs new financial tools to advance its academic and research missions.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/UofT85210_20200329_SimcoeHall_6168-crop.jpg
- Over her long career, U of T alumna Ellen Sue Mesbur has seen and led change in social work education May 26, 2023Growing up in Edmonton, community engagement and organizational leadership were a big part of Ellen Sue Mesbur’s life. Her parents were involved in Jewish organizations and other local community groups, instilling deep values of helping others and giving back.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/019A1248-Edit-2-%28002%29_ESM_2023_B%26W-crop.jpg
- Congratulations to the Class of 2023! U of T gears up for spring convocation celebrations May 26, 2023Excitement is sweeping across the University of Toronto’s three campuses as soon-to-be graduates prepare to close one chapter of their lives – and open another – at this spring’s convocation ceremonies.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/[field_youtube__video_id].jpg
- U of T Alumni Reunion to highlight Lesra Martin’s inspiring story May 25, 2023University of Toronto alumnus Lesra Martin has uplifted scores of people through his book The Power of a Promise – and through the 1999 Hollywood film The Hurricane, which took inspiration from Martin’s own inspiring journey as a teenager.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/UTAA-AGM-Keynote.jpg
- U of T researchers develop tiny 'robotic hand' for minimally invasive brain surgery May 25, 2023A tiny robotic hand designed to enhance neurosurgery is one step closer to clinical practice. The microrobotic tool is created by a team of University of Toronto researchers led by Eric Diller, an associate professor in the department of mechanical and industrial engineering in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/ezgif-3-45c4e38abd_0.gif
- Researcher develops sustainable solution for removing phosphate and ammonium from wastewater May 24, 2023Sara Abu-Obaid believes that the entire wastewater management industry is due for a paradigm shift.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/Sara-Abu-Obaid-crop.jpg
- U of T Scarborough collaborates with local community centre on culturally relevant food security May 24, 2023In addition to the usual canned and dry goods available at their food bank, Scarborough's Centre for Immigrant and Community Services (CICS) also grows 26 different kinds of vegetables, served weekly to more than 200 families who visit the centre.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/_CK12575-story.jpg
- Research shows decision-making AI could be made more accurate when judging humans May 23, 2023A new study from researchers at the University of Toronto and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is challenging conventional wisdom on human-computer interaction and reducing bias in AI.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/thumbnail_scales-crop.jpg
- U of T Scarborough launches new centre for music and community engagement May 23, 2023A new centre launched by the music and culture program at the University of Toronto Scarborough is removing barriers to making music – and not just for students.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/drums_main.jpg
- Researchers develop interactive ‘Stargazer’ camera robot that can help film tutorial videos May 19, 2023A group of computer scientists from the University of Toronto wants to make it easier to film how-to videos.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/20230515_Stargazer-Robot_Jiannan-Li_02_edit-crop.jpg
- Students from Ukraine take part in U of T's computer science summer research program May 19, 2023Anastasiia Pedan has faced many challenges as an undergraduate student at the National Technical University of Ukraine – starting with the global pandemic, when her classes were moved online and she was unable to meet classmates in-person. Then came the Russian invasion.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/2023-05-15-Ukraine-student-event_Polina-Teif-1-crop%20-%20main.jpeg
- U of T Mississauga students lead efforts to understand justice in global conflicts May 19, 2023A group of students at the University of Toronto Mississauga are at the forefront of efforts to understand transitional justice across the globe – a scholarly field that confronts how to pursue accountability for human rights violations in the context of authoritarianism and violent political conflict.https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/TJET_utm_hires_0-story.jpg
- Sustainable Future – Challenge Accepted! Green Tech & AI Ep. 3 May 18, 2023How can technology be used to examine the impacts of climate change, accelerate sustainable innovation and empower communities to advance environmental justice?https://www.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/youtube/[field_youtube__video_id].jpg
