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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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