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Left to right: Co-leads on the study, Professor Caitlin Maikawa (BME) and Lucia Huang (BME MSc student), say the technology could make monitoring and treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases easier and accessible. (Photo by KITE Studio/UHN)

Researchers develop swallowable sensor that offers simpler way to monitor gut inflammation

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New modelling tool for intermittent water distribution systems could improve service for over a billion people

Bertrand Neyhouse smiles at the camera, in front of a U of T building

‘Electrochemistry for a sustainable future’: Meet new ChemE professor Bertrand Neyhouse

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ECE graduate student Yan Fu is among nine U of T Engineering students awarded Vector Scholarships in Artificial Intelligence.

Nine U of T Engineering graduate students awarded Vector Institute Scholarships in Artificial Intelligence

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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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