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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

1 person sits staring into a microscope while two people stand behind him observing.

Freshwater mussel protein offers new source of inspiration for medical-grade glues

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

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Left to right: Postdoctoral fellows Erkan Aydin (KAUST), Yi Hou (University of Toronto) and Michele De Bastiani (KAUST) are part of an international team that has designed a new type of tandem solar cell. The device combines industry standard silicon manufacturing with new perovskite technology. (Photo courtesy Andrea Bachofen-Echt / KAUST)

Enhanced tandem solar cells set new standard in converting light into electricity

March 5, 2020

Professor Scott Sanner and his team will use industry-partnered funding to develop more personalized and interactive conversational assistants by leveraging recent advances in deep learning. (Credit: Pam Walls)

Google recognizes machine learning and computer systems experts with Faculty Research Award

February 28, 2020

Professor Tom Chau among five recipients of the President’s Impact Award. (Photo courtesy of the Government of Ontario)

IBBME professor Tom Chau receives U of T President’s Impact Award

February 21, 2020

IBBME researchers Buddhisha Udugama (left) and Pranav Kadhiresan (right) hold a miniaturized lithium heater. (Photo: Qin Dai)

U of T Engineering researchers develop pill-sized heating device for diagnostic testing

February 18, 2020

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