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In this prototype carbon capture apparatus, a solution of potassium hydroxide is wicked up into polypropylene fibres; circulating air evaporates the water in the solution, concentrating it to very high levels. The white crystals are nearly pure potassium carbonate, formed from carbon removed directly from air. (photo by Dongha Kim)

New ‘rock candy’ technique offers a simpler, less costly way to capture carbon directly from air

Guests at partnerships reception

Industry Partners’ reception showcases new pathways for collaboration

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Celebrating U of T Engineering volunteers at the 2025 Arbor Awards

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Professors Levante Diosady and Brendan Frey

Levente Diosady and Brendan Frey named fellows of the Royal Society of Canada

Graffiti wall outside the future site of the Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Toronto’s longest single graffiti installation celebrates the Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Animation of "tissue velcro" in use

New “Tissue Velcro” could help repair damaged hearts

Students at Undergraduate Engineering Research Day (UnERD)

Undergraduate students kick-start their research careers with UnERD