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Learn more about the latest discoveries and innovations from the U of T Engineering community. Our researchers are developing new ways of capturing and storing clean energy, medical devices that can save and extend lives, smarter ways to design and build cities and much more.

Guest lecturer Professor Justin Hess presenting at the 2026 Fred Kan Lecture. (photo by William Suarez)

Building a culture of ethical inquiry in engineering: The legacy of the Fred Kan Lecture Series

Since 2019, the series has brought thought leaders to the University of Toronto to showcase new research, inspiring the community to engage more deeply with engineering ethics

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U of T to receive nearly $1M for global online project in mining education

A new scholarship initiative will help advance professional development in South America through U of T Engineering’s Mining Industry Management Program

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New cybersecurity certificate prepares graduates to tackle digital vulnerabilities and threats

U of T Engineering certificate includes a new course, ECE381: Foundations and Frontiers in Cybersecurity

Omar F. Khan and Janice Pang

Mining the dark transcriptome: U of T Engineering researchers create the first potential drug molecules from long noncoding RNA

Professor Omar F. Khan (BME) and his team synthesized molecules with anti-inflammatory properties from long noncoding RNA, demonstrating a new paradigm in drug development

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Researchers highlight ‘regenerative healing’ as a framework for health innovation

Framework may better reflect Indigenous perspectives on health and wellness, and support more inclusive conversations about emerging biomedical therapies

Dean Chris Yip

Introducing the Strategic Academic Plan: Q & A with Dean Yip

The Strategic Academic Plan provides a blueprint for the next five years

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U of T Engineering and Reach Alliance join forces to advance health equity in Mexico 

The cross-sector partnership is improving access to self-sampling devices for cervical cancer screenings 

CivMin’s newest faculty member, Professor Giuliano Pretti, at the door to his new office. (photo by Phill Snel)

‘Motivation can move mountains’: Meet Professor Giuliano Pretti

“When you’re driven by something that genuinely resonates with you, something that pushes you to go the extra mile with a bigger purpose in mind, I believe you’re doing more than just studying or working; you’re growing as a human being.”

Professors George Eleftheriades (ECE) and Yu Sun (MIE) have been elected as international members of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering. (Photos submitted)

Two U of T Engineering professors elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering

The National Academy of Engineering has more than 2,800 peer-elected members and international members, who are among the world’s most accomplished engineers