As cities grow at an unprecedented pace, the need for smart, sustainable infrastructure has never been greater. But true sustainability isn’t just about better materials or more efficient design—it’s about people. Infrastructure has the power to enable choice, transform communities and shape lives. What if we stopped building for people and started building with them? […]
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Find details and registration for all events here. Honour the experiences of residential school survivors at a University-wide event to commemorate Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Students, librarians, faculty members, and staff can register to attend this event in person or watch the live stream. The commemoration will feature […]
Smart wearables are revolutionizing how we monitor vital signs—bringing heart, muscle and brain activity tracking into everyday life. Imagine flexible, breathable mats enhanced with conductive nanomaterials that can detect subtle changes in your body while you work, relax or sleep. These textile-based sensors are comfortable, durable and inexpensive, making them ideal for long-term use in […]
Attention U of T Engineering alumni in the Boston area! Your Boston Global Alumni Ambassador, Areeba Zakir (IndE 1T6+PEY), is excited to invite you to a fun, casual social event for U of T Engineering alum. Let's gather all U of T alumni for a fun apple picking adventure together! Event Details: Date: October 26, 2025 Time: 10:00 […]
As the world pushes toward a sustainable future, electrifying transportation remains central to achieving net zero emissions. In 2024, more than 17 million electric vehicles were sold globally—more than one in five new cars—marking tremendous progress driven by advances in batteries, power electronics and charging technology. Yet, momentum has begun to slow, with affordability, charging infrastructure and material […]
EngSci students, are you planning on applying for ESROP-Global? You may be eligible for the Mitacs Global Research Award and/or the IE+ Award from CIE in addition to ESROP-Global Funding. EngSci has teamed up with Mitacs and CIE to bring you this online info session via ZOOM. This event is part of the EngSci Summer Research […]
Years 1 & 2 EngScis, are you interested in summer research jobs? We have teamed up with the Engineering Career Centre to bring you this prep session. Learn about cover letters, resumes and tips for a successful interview for your summer research job position. There will also be plenty of time to ask questions during […]
AI is rapidly transforming sectors from healthcare and education to infrastructure and security. As these systems quietly integrate into our daily lives, we’re expected to trust their decisions. But trust in AI isn’t just technical — it’s about the context in which they are trained, how they fit into real-world workflows and how they shape […]
Years 1 & 2 EngScis, are you curious about what it's like to do a summer research placement? Join us for a panel discussion with EngSci students who have recently completed ESROP placements at U of T and around the world (ESROP–U of T, ESROP-ExOp and ESROP-Global). Learn about how our panelists found their research […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform healthcare; however, translating promising research into real-world clinical tools is a lengthy and challenging process. In this talk, Sebastian Goodfellow shares the ongoing journey of developing an AI-powered decision support system to detect and diagnose life-threatening heart arrhythmias in critically ill children. From early research and prototypes […]
December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Join the U of T Engineering community in a series of on-campus events over three days to honour the lives of the 14 women killed at Montreal’s École Polytechnique in 1989. To mark the 36th anniversary of this devastating act of misogyny, […]
