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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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Dr. Katheryn Rothenberg wears personal protective equipment, including safety googles, a white lab coat and blue gloves, while working in a laboratory.

U of T Engineering researchers discover new protein needed for rapid wound repair

June 1, 2023

Professor Steven Thorpe (MSE) is among the recipients of the 2023 U of T President’s Teaching Awards. (Photo: Mark Balson)

Professor Steven Thorpe earns U of T President’s Teaching Award

May 26, 2023

This animated video shows the gripper tool in action: magnetic fields make the tiny hand move.

U of T Engineering researchers advance magnetic microrobotic surgical tools for minimally invasive brain surgery

May 24, 2023

Professor Seungjae Lee (CivMin) is using U of T buildings as models to design deep learning algorithms that could optimize the operations of building heating and cooling systems, significantly reducing energy use.

Can AI help make our buildings more sustainable?

May 23, 2023

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