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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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Kirstin Newfield and Alan Fong are two graduate students in collaborative program in Engineering Education (EngEd) a partnership between U of T Engineering and the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE).

Meet two EngEd students who are increasing engineering student engagement

Technology enhanced active learning (TEAL) rooms like this prototype in the Sandford Fleming Building encourage students to learn from each other by working collaboratively on problems. (Photo: <a href="http://www.neilta.ca/" target="_blank">Neil Ta</a>)

Flipping the classroom: How the CEIE will enrich engineering education

“Receiving this appointment is an opportunity to advance research in an area of growing concern for rapidly expanding world cities,” said Hatzopoulou, who was named CRC in Transportation and Air Quality.  The CRC program aims to help Canada attract and retain research leaders in engineering and the natural sciences, health sciences, humanities and social sciences. (Photo by Tyler Irving)

Clean air map from U of T Engineering researchers helps cyclists avoid air pollution

15 U of T Engineering students were honoured with Gordon Cressy Leadership Awards on April 20, 2016 in recognition of their leadership and commitment to improving the world around them. (Photo: Roberta Baker)

15 U of T Engineering students honoured with 2016 Gordon Cressy Student Leadership Awards