Department news

The Edward S. Rogers Sr. Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) news

The U of T team, left to right: Jacky Shen, Vicky Yan, Ian Chen, Saeed Abdi, Hayden Wong, Evie Xu and David Xu. (photo submitted)

U of T team sets new record at premier student bridge‑building competition

Ultimate load of almost 4,900 kg eclipses the previous all-time record of 3,700 kg

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U of T Engineering staff members honoured with Administrative Staff Awards

Staff recognized for citizenship, leadership, innovation and contributions to the student experience

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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

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

Representatives from Ericsson and the University of Toronto signed a new partnership agreement to explore opportunities for research collaboration and talent development. (photo by Johnny Guatto)

New partnership between U of T and Ericsson will lead to faster, more efficient cell phone networks

Collaborations between professors, graduate students and equipment makers are enhancing both the hardware and software that underly wireless communications

Two individuals speak with each other at the ISTEP event

ISTEP semiconductor industry panel highlights career opportunities for Canadian graduates

Rising demand for technology innovation is putting greater emphasis on education and upskilling for workforce development

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Three U of T Engineering professors honoured by the Engineering Institute of Canada

Recipients recognized for their notable contributions to the profession and society

U of T Engineering professor Nicolas Papernot (ECE) also holds a Canada CIFAR AI Chair at the Vector Institute, and is a faculty affiliate at the Schwartz Reisman Institute. (photo by Matthew Tierney)

Professor Nicolas Papernot wins the 2025 Steacie Prize

The Steacie Prize is awarded to a person 40-years-old or younger, who has made notable contributions to research in Canada

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Reimagining the Pit, honouring its legacy

Engineering Society President Ken Hilton (Year 4 CompE) reflects on what the Pit renovation means for current and future U of T Engineering students