Michael Sefton Archives

With a focus on skin cells, U of T’s Michael Sefton seeks ‘huge step forward’ in diabetes treatment

By Paul Fraumeni|August 26, 2021

Sefton's research will explore whether dendritic skin cells can aid in the successful transplantation of insulin-producing islet cells in diabetes patients

‘The next big step’: U of T researchers pursue a treatment for vision loss

By Paul Fraumeni|January 6, 2021

An interdisciplinary team of researchers, led by U of T Engineering's Molly Shoichet, are using retinal stem cells to restore vision

Engineering professor and alumni elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering

By Carolyn Farrell|February 6, 2020

Michael Sefton was inducted for his accomplishments in tissue engineering, Raffaello D’Andrea was honoured for contributions to conventional and aerial robotics, and Abigail Sellen was recognized

Researchers develop method to improve transplantation of artificial insulin-producing cells

By Qin Dai|January 17, 2020

The research could improve the success of implantable islets to treat people living with diabetes

Professor Michael Sefton inducted into the Order of Canada

By Carolyn Farrell|December 29, 2017

Award recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation

Professor Molly Shoichet inducted into the Order of Canada