Research news

Learn more about the latest discoveries and innovations from the U of T Engineering community. Our researchers are developing new ways of capturing and storing clean energy, medical devices that can save and extend lives, smarter ways to design and build cities and much more.

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‘An exciting, inspirational and team-focused community’: Professor Lindsey Fiddes joins BME

Fiddes is developing courses that allow students to design their own experiments and gain practical research experience

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

The team produced heart tissue that beats more forcefully and exhibits greater structural organization than previous models, while remaining simpler to implement in standard laboratory settings than other specialized approaches

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Freshwater mussel protein offers new source of inspiration for medical-grade glues

U of T Engineering researchers identify how some organisms attach themselves in wet environments and could inform the design of adhesives under water

Recipients of U of T Engineering's Faculty Awards pose with Dean Yip at the April Faculty Council meeting. Top left to right: Dean Chris Yip, Professor Evan Bentz (CivMin), Professor Sinisa Colic (MIE), Professor Matthew Mackay (MIE). Bottom left to right: Adriana Diaz Lozano Patino (EngSci 2T3, MIE PhD student), Dimpho Radebe (IndE 1T5, ChemE PhD student). (photo by Chris Yip)

U of T Engineering professors and TAs honoured by the faculty for excellence in teaching and research

Recipients recognized for excellence in classroom instruction, innovative teaching methods and distinction in research

Professor Mohini Sain’s work has driven breakthroughs in advanced materials, biomanufacturing and low‑carbon materials derived from natural and industrial waste. (photo by University of Toronto)

Professor Mohini Sain receives U of T President’s Impact Award

The award recognizes Sain’s research and innovation in low‑carbon materials and sustainability‑driven energy and manufacturing solutions

Computer and engineering innovations

From snake robots to clean energy: U of T announces Stage 1 recipients of Eva and Allen Lau Commercialization Catalyst Prize

The Continuum Robotics Lab and Cardinal Volta have secured stage one funding through the Eva and Allen Lau Commercialization Catalyst Prize, accelerating the path from lab to market

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Cosmetics from waste? New microbial discovery could enable more sustainable production of high-value chemical products

Professor Chris Lawson (ChemE) and his team have shown how to encourage chain-elongating bacteria to produce medium-chain fatty acids, which are used in everything from detergents to cosmetics

Professor Sunmoon Yu leads the ECLIPSE Lab at the Department of Materials Science & Engineering. (photo by Sherry Esfahani)

‘Build a strong foundation’: MSE welcomes Professor Sunmoon Yu

“A solid grounding in fundamentals empowers you to develop new ideas, design innovative materials and approach complex research challenges with depth and creativity.”

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New MRI technique enables long-term tracking of transplanted stem cell-derived heart cells

The method developed by U of T Engineering researchers could help scientists improve therapies for patients with heart damage