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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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The inequalities of laundry: U of T research reveals overlooked source of microplastic pollution

A new study finds that handwashing polyester in mineral-rich water releases more microplastic fibres, exposing those without access to washing machines to environmental risks

Officials from Japan, Ontario, First Nations and U of t at the Yoshino lecture

Inventor of the lithium-ion battery Akira Yoshino inspires new collaborations for battery innovation

More than 200 people attended a partnership event hosted at U of T, featuring Honorary Fellow of Asahi Kasei Corporation

Left to right: Computer Science student Vishwa Dave and Hudson Jantzi (Year 1 CompE) both received a 2025 Schulich Leader Scholarship. (photos courtesy of students)

2025 Schulich Leaders grateful for ‘life-changing’ scholarship to study STEM at U of T

Valued at $120,000 each for engineering students, the scholarship covers the entire cost of an undergraduate education

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New metal matrix composites — made with 3D printing — could lead to light, yet strong components for aerospace and other industries

Inspired by the structure of reinforced concrete, Professor Yu Zou (MSE) and his team designed a material with high compressive strength, even at high temperatures

Recipients stand in front of a U of T Engineering banner with their awards

Five alumni honoured with 2025 Engineering Alumni Network Awards

U of T Engineering community members recognized for professional excellence and impact on their chosen fields

Madhi Ramesh

MEng grad Madhi Ramesh on gaining skills and building community at U of T Engineering

Graduate student associations and part-time jobs helped the international student find her place

Kyrylo Kalashnikov and the robotic electrochemistry system he designed

Low-cost, open-source robotic system could make self-driving labs more accessible to students and researchers

System was designed and built by University of Toronto undergraduate students for less than $500

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Engineering professors and staff honoured for excellence by the faculty 

Recipients celebrated for outstanding contributions to teaching, research and administration