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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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This alumni startup is taking organic LED displays to the next level

Tandem perovskite solar cell

International research collaboration produces all-perovskite tandem solar cell with high efficiency, record voltage

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Professor Ariel Chan receives the 2022 Wighton Fellowship

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A new model for innovation? How Elizabeth and Aled Edwards are driving an open science revolution