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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

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Six U of T-founded firms named among TIME magazine’s Top GreenTech Companies

Analysis highlights 250 top companies from more than 30 countries