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First QS World University Rankings by subject names U of T Engineering best in Canada
TORONTO, ON – The University of Toronto has the top engineering program in Canada and now ranks first in all its disciplines, according to the first-ever QS World University Rankings by Subject. The rankings were released on Tuesday, as U of T Engineering saw a record number of prospective undergraduate students vying for fall 2011 […]
Chancellor’s Student Art Exhibit to showcase student artists
TORONTO, ON – The fifth annual Chancellor’s Student Art Exhibit presents a unique collection of artwork by U of T students. The exhibit happens on Thursday April 14, 2011, at 5:30 p.m. at the Office of the Chancellor, 27 King’s College Circle, Simcoe Hall. Conceived by U of T Chancellor David Peterson, the exhibit encompasses […]
Praxis II Showcase 2011 – Design for Toronto
TORONTO, ON – Engineering Science students in the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering will defend their project designs to city representatives, community stakeholders, and professional engineers at this year’s Praxis II Design Showcase on Tuesday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Based on the theme of “Design for Toronto,” […]
New mobile app gives a voice to those with communications challenges
TORONTO, ON – For those living with aphasia, autism, and other conditions that affect speech ability, communicating with friends and loved ones can be a challenge. MyVoice, a mobile app and server system that operates on iPhone and Android devices, gives users with these conditions a voice by simply tapping words and pictures on a […]
University of Toronto to launch ground-breaking speaking aid for people living with communications disorders
TORONTO, ON – On Wednesday, April 6, 2011, the University of Toronto will announce the launch of MyVoice, a cutting-edge communication aid for those living with communications disorders caused by stroke, autism spectrum disorders and neurodegenerative disease. MyVoice is a mobile app and server system that turns smartphones into customized speaking aids. The technology will […]
Greased palm psychology: collectivism and bribery
TORONTO, ON- Bribery is condemned in most cultures; but it is more common in some countries than in others. Is poverty, political instability, or lax regulation to blame? A new study published in an upcoming issue of Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, suggests a surprising contributor: Collectivism—a culture that downplays […]
Alzheimer’s disease consortium identifies four new genes for alzheimer’s disease risk
TORONTO, ON – In the largest study of its kind, an international research consortium including the University of Toronto’s Tanz Centre for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases, has identified four new genes linked to Alzheimer’s disease. The research, undertaken by the Alzheimer’s Disease Genetics Consortium and reported in the current edition of the journal Nature Genetics, […]
Rotman School design competition won by OCAD U
TORONTO, ON – A team from OCAD University in Toronto won the second annual Rotman Design Challenge, held on March 25 to 26 at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management. Teams from the California College of the Arts and University of Cincinnati placed second and third respectively, with a Rotman School team placing […]
Apps and real-time simulation among projects on display in engineering showcase
TORONTO, ON – A jitterless laser pointer system and ophthalmological self-testing for cataracts using smart phones will be just two of the innovative projects on display at an electrical engineering student showcase on Friday, April 1 from 4 to 6 p.m. Students from ECE496 – a fourth-year electrical and computer engineering course in which teams […]
Having trouble achieving work-life balance? Knowing your strategies is key
TORONTO, ON — Essays are being written, final exams are looming and classes are reaching their busy conclusion. With conflicting demands from work, home and the classroom, this hectic time of year can be filled with stress. But according to new research from the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC), a little self-reflection could do us […]
The dark side of spring? Pollution in our melting snow
TORONTO, ON – With birds chirping and temperatures warming , spring is finally in the air. But for University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) environmental chemist Torsten Meyer, springtime has a dark side. “During the winter months, contaminants accumulate in the snow,” says Meyer, an expert on snow-bound organic contaminants and a post-doctoral fellow at UTSC. […]
Japan relief event with expert speakers & Japanese performers at the University of Toronto
TORONTO, ON – Join us for an evening of presentations by experts to update us on the relief efforts in Japan; there will also be performances by Japanese-Canadian musicians and dancers. The event will raise money for the Canadian Red Cross, Japanese Earthquake Relief Fund and Ashinaga, (www.ashinaga.org/e/), a Japanese-based charity providing education and support […]
“Recent Developments in Foreign Corrupt Practices Legislation: Implications for Canadian Business and International Transactions” FREE, PUBLIC PANEL DISCUSSION
TORONTO, ON — Join us at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law March 29, 2011 as its innovative Global Professional LLM program presents this free, public panel discussion, featuring leaders in the field and moderated by The Hon. James S. Peterson, Counsel, Fasken Martineau, former federal Minister of International Trade and Secretary of State […]
University of Toronto students host Japan relief event with informed speakers and Japanese performers
TORONTO, ON – To help Canadians channel effective support and raise needed funds, the OISE/UT and Woodsworth communities have gathered Red Cross, government and eyewitness experts to update the relief efforts. Afterwards, Japanese performers will showcase their dance, music and art. The event, with a suggested minimum donation of $5, also features a silent auction […]
Minister Eric Hoskins to present certificates tomorrow to the first cohort of the Internationally Trained Lawyers Program
TORONTO, ON — The University of Toronto Faculty of Law is pleased to announce that Ontario Citizenship and Immigration Minister, Dr. Eric Hoskins, will be presenting certificates of completion to the law school’s first participants of its innovative Internationally Trained Lawyers Program (ITLP), March 25, 2011 in a recognition ceremony commencing at 10 AM at […]
Can Cyberspace be Secure and Preserved as an Open Commons?
TORONTO, ON — Today, the Canada Centre for Global Security Studies at the Munk School of Global Affairs and the SecDev Group announced details of their conference “Securing the Cyber Commons: A Global Dialogue” taking place in Toronto on March 27–28, sponsored by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and Google. The dialogue […]
U of T’s senior college tackles controversial topic of immigration and multiculturalism at day long symposium
TORONTO, ON – U of T’s Senior College will explore the controversial topic of immigration and multiculturalism at its 6th Annual Senior College Symposium on April 5. The title of the Symposium is Immigration and Multiculturalism: The Implications for Canada and the University. The Symposium will feature presentations and panel discussions with more than a […]
How do consumers estimate a good time?
TORONTO, ON — Consumers estimate they’ll spend more time enjoying activities when the tasks are broken down into components, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research. But using the same process for an unpleasant event decreases time estimates. “It has been well established that predicted consumption time plays a central role […]
Important funding for nanomedicine research to improve diagnosis and treatment
TORONTO, ON – Seven new research projects on regenerative medicine and nanomedicine received $16 million in funding. The studies, co-funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), were announced today at the University of Toronto by Dr. Colin Carrie, Member of Parliament for Oshawa; Dr. Jane Aubin, Scientific […]
Institutions out of sync: pressure points for change
TORONTO, ON – It is time to take a cold, hard look at our institutions of education. Our panelists will engage in a critical discussion exploring some of the pressure points currently facing educators in Toronto schools. Bringing socio-spatial and pedagogical research to the problems of discrimination widely experienced by many new immigrant groups in […]