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Left to right: Chris Yip (ChemE 8T8), Dean, U of T Engineering; Isi Caulder (EngSci 8T9, ECE MASc 9T1); Praveen Jain (ECE MASc 8T4, PhD 8T7); Magdalena M. Krol (CivE PhD 1T1); Tony Pialis (ElecE 0T0, MEng 0T2); Ines Fernandez (IndE 0T9+PEY), EAN Council President, celebrate at the EAN Impact Awards dinner held October 1 at Hart House. (photo by Tom Wang)

U of T Engineering alumni recognized for excellence in biotech, environmental engineering, IP strategy and more

Five U of T Engineering alumni have been honoured as part of the 2026 Engineering Alumni Network Impact Awards

In March 2026, Sushant Singh (MSE MEng 1T9, MIE PhD 2T6) won the top overall prize at  U of T’s Desjardins Startup Prize competition. (photo by Tim Fraser, KITE Studio)

The future of wound healing: Desjardins Prize supports U of T bioprinting startup

“We’re not just building technology — we’re working to solve a deeply consequential problem for humanity.”

University of Toronto researchers Karl Wagner (ChemE PhD candidate), left, and Professor Milica Radisic (ChemE, BME) found that tiny particles released by immune cells help blood vessels form in lab‑grown human heart tissue. (photo courtesy of BME)

Tiny immune cell particles help blood vessels grow in lab-made human heart tissue

U of T Engineering researchers shed light on how the heart may naturally support repair of damaged tissue

A person stands in front of a group of trees

How a life-altering brain surgery inspired Nilou Hashemi’s research into new techniques that could enhance neurological recovery

U of T Engineering PhD graduate studies how the brain processes movement in hopes of developing better rehabilitation techniques for a wide range of patients

Angelico Obille (BME PhD 2T6) wired themself to believe they could thrive in their PhD journey. (photo by Qin Dai)

‘The sum of all of me is greater than my parts’: How Angelico Obille integrated all their identities into their PhD

Mental health supports and science drag shows helped Obille find their place at U of T Engineering

Professor Luka Milosevic's research leverages an interdisciplinary foundation in biomedical engineering and neurophysiology to advance data driven methods of neuromodulation and brain stimulation. (photo courtesy of KITE-UHN)

Professor Luka Milosevic awarded NSERC CREATE grant to advance neuromodulation training

$1.65 million grant will directly support graduate students by providing integrated training that bridges both the clinical and engineering dimensions of neuromodulation

Professor Craig Simmons (MIE, BME) has developed innovative curriculum, established inclusive research programs and promoted experiential learning opportunities across various departments and faculties. (photo courtesy of Craig Simmons)

Professor Craig Simmons receives the Engineers Canada Medal for Distinction in Engineering Education

Award celebrates exemplary pedagogical approaches, the development of educational tools and contributions that improve engineering education in Canada

Professor Freeman Lan (BME) is developing a rapid, accessible diagnostic workflow capable of delivering results up to ten times faster than current methods. (photo by Tim Fraser, KITE Studio)

Advancing rapid diagnostics to help slow the spread of infectious disease

The New Frontiers in Research Fund will support Professor Freeman Lan (BME) in his efforts to reduce the time needed to identify effective antibiotics for bacterial infection, a key challenge in Canadian healthcare

The U of T Engineering members are among 50 new fellows announced by the Canadian Academy of Engineering. (photo by Daria Perevezentsev)

U of T Engineering professors and alumni elected to the Canadian Academy of Engineering

Fellows recognized for outstanding contributions to engineering in Canada and provide strategic advice on matters of critical importance to the country