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Professor Craig Simmons (BME, MIE), left, and his collaborators have developed a new way to mature lab-grown heart cells so that they more closely mimic adult human heart tissue. (photo by Tim Fraser, KITE Studio)

U of T researchers improve maturity of lab-grown heart cells for disease modelling

The team produced heart tissue that beats more forcefully and exhibits greater structural organization than previous models, while remaining simpler to implement in standard laboratory settings than other specialized approaches

Recipients of U of T Engineering's Faculty Awards pose with Dean Yip at the April Faculty Council meeting. Top left to right: Dean Chris Yip, Professor Evan Bentz (CivMin), Professor Sinisa Colic (MIE), Professor Matthew Mackay (MIE). Bottom left to right: Adriana Diaz Lozano Patino (EngSci 2T3, MIE PhD student), Dimpho Radebe (IndE 1T5, ChemE PhD student). (photo by Chris Yip)

U of T Engineering professors and TAs honoured by the faculty for excellence in teaching and research

Recipients recognized for excellence in classroom instruction, innovative teaching methods and distinction in research

Professor Mohini Sain’s work has driven breakthroughs in advanced materials, biomanufacturing and low‑carbon materials derived from natural and industrial waste. (photo by University of Toronto)

Professor Mohini Sain receives U of T President’s Impact Award

The award recognizes Sain’s research and innovation in low‑carbon materials and sustainability‑driven energy and manufacturing solutions

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

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

Devan Morrison and Ayan Ahmed stand in front of a mural in the Myhal building.

‘A school where I could thrive’: How Blueprint attracts top students to U of T

The program offers Black high school students interested in science and technology a chance to discover the difference they can make as engineers

profile photos of Bussmann, Plataniotis and Mahadevan

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

Recipients recognized for their notable contributions to the profession and society

Kamran Alasvand Zarasvand stand on the U of T lawn holding a drone.

Breaking the Ice: New study on triboelectric nanogenerators could help avoid costly flight delays

U of T Engineering researchers show the lightweight sensor can detect ice formation, melting and detachment in real time

Amy Bilton

CREATE grant puts sensing, data and analytics in the service of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

Professor Amy Bilton (MIE) leads a new research project dedicated to leveraging big data to advance global development