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Researchers develop new method for delivering RNA and drugs into cells

“This could be a game-changer for treating complex conditions where targeting multiple pathways is beneficial, such as cancer and viral infections”

Professor Caitlin Maikawa (BME) pictured in her lab where her team is developing unique treatments for chronic diseases. (photo by Qin Dai)

This U of T Engineering professor is developing novel biomaterials to improve the treatment of chronic diseases

Professor Caitlin Maikawa’s (BME) research will be funded by the Canadian Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leaders Fund (CFI-JELF)

From left to right, a composite image of Shira Landau, Yimu Zhao and Professor Milica Radisic

U of T Engineering researchers integrate crucial immune cells onto heart-on-a-chip platform

Researchers say this technology could lead to more accurate disease models and more effective treatments for heart conditions

Professor Aereas Aung's lab is developing new tools to study and manipulate immune cells and their reaction to vaccines. (photo by Tim Fraser)

Connaught New Researcher award supports research to create next generation vaccines against sexually transmitted infections

Professor Aereas Aung (BME) is developing a novel strategy to target the mucosal immune system

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Healthy aging in place: Connaught Community Partnership Research Program funds activity spaces for older adults

Professor Mark Chignell (MIE) is piloting activity spaces and evaluating their cognitive, physical and social benefits

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Canadian Hub for Health Intelligence and Innovation in Infectious Diseases awarded $72 million to strengthen talent development and health intelligence

Support for HI3 and the four funded research programs through the CBRF and BRIF is part of a larger investment in Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy

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Heart-on-a-chip model created by U of T researchers uncovers insights into heart problems caused by COVID-19

New model more accurately captures the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection and its associated immune response on cardiac dysfunction

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New Canada Research Chairs advance research in regenerative medicine, sustainable housing and more

Professor Alison McGuigan (ChemE, BME) is among the three award recipients from U of T Engineering

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U of T Engineering professor addresses maternal care disparities for racialized patients in U.S. health care systems

Study led by Professor Myrtede Alfred (MIE) analyzed incident reports to measure outcomes among racialized groups