Abstract General-purpose pretrained models have transformed natural language processing, computer vision, and other fields. In principle, such approaches should be ideal in robotics: since gathering large amounts of data for any given robotic platform and application is likely to be difficult, general pretrained models that provide broad capabilities present an ideal recipe to enable robotic […]
Abstract Electrocatalysis has the potential to revolutionize the production of chemicals and consumer goods in an environmentally sustainable manner, by replacing traditional fossil fuel based processes with energy-efficient technologies powered by renewable electricity. This approach also holds great promise in addressing global challenges related to the remediation of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) water pollutants. […]
As cities grow at an unprecedented pace, the need for smart, sustainable infrastructure has never been greater. But true sustainability isn’t just about better materials or more efficient design—it’s about people. Infrastructure has the power to enable choice, transform communities and shape lives. What if we stopped building for people and started building with them? Imagine infrastructure […]
Lunch provided for those who register by Wednesday, March 26. Join for all or part of the event. One of the key elements of good engineering is having multiple perspectives and voices involved in the design process. Equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) continue to be critical aspects of our work to create learning and […]
Engineering students, it’s time to level up your exam prep! Are you feeling overwhelmed with exams around the corner? Join this workshop with your Learning Strategist, where you’ll learn how to prioritize course content, manage your time effectively, and take care of yourself along the way! Choose one of our two interactive sessions to attend: […]
Abstract Our current linear way of producing chemicals and fuels is unsustainable. The petrochemical industry needs to transform from its current fossil basis to renewable resources for its energy and raw materials. Since chemicals and most fuels cannot be decarbonized in the literal sense, renewable carbon sources are needed to close the carbon cycle. In […]
Interested members of the U of T community who would like to attend the seminars can email Kendra Hunter at hunter@mie.utoronto.ca Professor Wendy Rogers University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Living in Interactive Future Environments: Supporting Successful Aging through Technology Abstract Technology advances have the potential to support successful aging but are often not designed with consideration for […]
Visual working memory (VWM) is a temporary storage system that actively maintains and manipulates visual information. However, its active nature makes it susceptible to distortions, especially when novel perceptual inputs are introduced during maintenance. One such distortion is similarity-induced memory bias (SIMB), where memory reports are systematically biased toward novel visual inputs when individuals perceive […]
Toronto Biomedical Engineering Conference (ToBE) May 9, 2025 The Toronto Biomedical Engineering Conference (ToBE) is a student-organized event aimed at bringing together the biomedical engineering community at the University of Toronto. Since 1985, the name of the conferences has evolved from IBBME Scientific Day to iARC (Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering Annual Research Conference) and […]
UBelong! Stories as a Promising Intervention to Address Equity Gaps in First-Year Engineering Abstract This talk describes an ongoing multi-institutional project focused on developing and implementing an ecological belonging intervention in engineering using stories developed through focus groups with students who previously took a first-year engineering programming course. The ecological belonging intervention is a one-time […]
This session, led by a Keithley Applications Engineer, will explore the challenges and best practices in low current and low voltage measurements using the Keithley 4200A-SCS Parameter Analyzer. Gain practical insights into optimizing their setups for device characterization, enhancing measurement accuracy, and overcoming noise, leakage, and connection limitations common in lab and wafer-level testing. Whether […]
Xin Mu is a Ph.D. student at the University of Toronto, conducting her research at the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics under Dr. Wesley Sacher. She holds a B.S. (2017) and M.S. (2020) in Electronic Engineering from Tsinghua University. Her research focuses on developing implantable, microchip-based tools for neuroscience. She recently demonstrated neural probes […]
