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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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Professor Emeritus Andrew Goldenberg is the 2016 recipient of the IEEE Canada A.G.L. McNaughton Gold Medal.

Professor Emeritus Andrew Goldenberg honoured with IEEE Canada A.G.L. McNaughton Gold Medal

January 12, 2016

Kyle Battiston

IBBME alumnus develops new anti-inflammatory biomaterial for medical implants

January 11, 2016

Professors Kamran Behdinan, Doug Hooton, Hugh Liu, and Heather MacLean, along with alumnus Marc Rosen have been recognized by the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) for their distinguished engineering achievements.

Engineering professors and alumnus honoured by the Engineering Institute of Canada

January 6, 2016

From nutrient rich particles to a litmus test for soil, the new Food & Nutrition Security Engineering Initiative (FaNSEI) is researching new methods for combatting global hunger and malnutrition. (Litmus paper photo courtesy of <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/communityeyehealth/5726488676/sizes/l" target="_blank">Community Eye Health</a>)

Three ways U of T engineers are addressing food and nutrition issues around the world

December 17, 2015

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