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U of T professor Alex Mihailidis appointed Knight of the Ordre des Palmes académiques

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Three members of the U of T Engineering community appointed to the Order of Canada

PhD student Sartaaj Takrim Khan and Professor Seyed Mohamad Moosavi (ChemE)

AI system helps researchers unlock hidden potential in newly discovered materials

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Nanoleaf Light Panels Founded by alumni Gimmy Chu (ElecE 0T6), Tom Rodinger (IBBME PhD 0T7) and Christian Yan (ElecE 0T6), Nanoleaf’s energy-efficient light panels add a pop of colour to any room. The modular LED lights are available in triangular or square panels and can be arranged into any design. From functional tiles that gradually brighten to wake you up in the morning to statement-making “smart art” that pulses and changes colour in sync with your music, the lights are designed to fit any home and lifestyle. They also come packed with a number of high-tech features including touch control and integration with smart home assistants such as Siri, Google and Alexa.

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Catalyst

Low-cost catalyst from U of T Engineering boosts hydrogen production from water

Sun is recognized for creating outstanding inventions that have made a positive impact on quality of life and society

Professor Yu Sun elected Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors

MechE student David Pecile (right), who is currently completing his PEY at MDA Corporation, works on part of the Next-Generation Canadarm project alongside MDA employee Lauren Haensel (left) at MDA Corporation's offices in Brampton, ON. (Credit: Laura Pedersen)

From experience to employment: How industry-sponsored projects helped these students land dream jobs