An engineer’s legacy: How Murray Pollitt’s belief in Canadian industry inspired a scholarship
Alumnus Donovan Pollitt (MinE 0T4) has established the Murray H. Pollitt Engineering Leadership Scholarship in memory of his father, Murray H. Pollitt (MechE 6T3) — mechanical engineer, mine builder, and lifelong champion of Canadian industry
Polymer ‘bristles’ could help repel proteins — and germs — from surfaces in medical settings
U of T Engineering researchers have created a new coating made of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) that prevents proteins from sticking to surfaces
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
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 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
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
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
