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In this prototype carbon capture apparatus, a solution of potassium hydroxide is wicked up into polypropylene fibres; circulating air evaporates the water in the solution, concentrating it to very high levels. The white crystals are nearly pure potassium carbonate, formed from carbon removed directly from air. (photo by Dongha Kim)

New ‘rock candy’ technique offers a simpler, less costly way to capture carbon directly from air

Guests at partnerships reception

Industry Partners’ reception showcases new pathways for collaboration

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Celebrating U of T Engineering volunteers at the 2025 Arbor Awards

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The external building of the Office of the Dean at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering on a winter's day.

U of T Engineering ranked first in Canada in 2025 Times Higher Education’s global subject ranking

Nick Di Donato wearing a black shirt and black suit, smiles as he stands in a lounge

U of T Engineering alumnus receives Order of Ontario

Sadi Loai, left, in a blue and black t-shirt and Professor Hai-Ling Margaret Cheng, right, with beige glasses and beige shirt.

New study points to leg muscle as a potential early warning system for heart failure

Headshot of Martin Staadecker, wearing a green puffer jacket, with trees in the background.

Batteries and windmills: How one student’s summer research project is advancing energy storage for sustainable and affordable power