Register for the online event >> Abstract In this talk, an overview of emerging topics in energy will be given followed by an overview of the catalysis center for energy innovation. We will discuss modern technologies that rely on biomass degradation to simple derivatives, such as sugars, followed by a number of reactions, such as Lewis and Brønsted acid catalyst driven isomerization and dehydration to convert sugars to valuable intermediate furans. Diels-Alders and dehydration chemistry will be outlined for the…

Register for the online event >> View the complete 2020-21 LLE schedule >> Abstract Sooner or later, novel strains and bioprocesses need to be transferred from labs to large scale industrial bioreactors to achieve the successful translation from innovation to commercialization. Often enough this sensitive step of ‘scale-up’ coincides with non-wanted loss of production performance, i.e. with the deterioration of the crucial TRY values (titer, rates, yields). Accordingly, it is a challenging task to thoroughly understand underlying reasons and to…

Register to attend the online event >> Abstract to come. Bio Dr. Yoram Cohen is a Distinguished Professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) (since 1981) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Faculty member of the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability. Dr. Cohen is a Distinguished Professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a faculty member at the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability. He is…

The Centre for Research and Applications in Fluidic Technologies (CRAFT) is a unique partnership between the University of Toronto (UofT) and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) that creates microfluidics-enabled devices for industrial and clinical applications. CRAFT develops organ-on-a-chip, biofabrication and diagnostic solutions and involves university and government researchers, clinicians and companies. The CRAFT Virtual Symposium is a 1.5-day event that will showcase cutting-edge microfluidics research related to organ-on-chips, biofabrication and diagnostic devices. It will feature three invited keynote…

Each year, the University community remembers the alumni, students, faculty and staff who fell in the First and Second World Wars and other action at the annual Service of Remembrance. Due to public health guidelines around COVID-19 and public gatherings, this year the in-person event will not be open for general attendance. We invite members of the University community to join us in paying our respects by watching the Service of Remembrance online. Register online for the livestream.

Research innovation is the key to addressing some of the world’s most intractable global development challenges, from food insecurity and energy poverty, to safe housing and access to clean drinking water. Needless to say, conducting engineering research in this field is complicated; however, a growing number of engineering faculty at prominent universities have been successful at carving a research niche in this area. The 2020 CGEN Forum invites four of those faculty to share their experience on how to conduct…

Fall 2020 marks the first semester of remote teaching in the 147-year history of the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, and U of T Engineering undergraduate students are studying from more than 11 time zones. U of T Engineering undergraduate students are invited to join Dean Christopher Yip and other members of the U of T Engineering community for a series of three digital check-in events in time zones across the globe.  Click here to register.

The Laidlaw Undergraduate Research and Leadership Program, also known as the Laidlaw Scholars Program, provides students with funding to pursue research in any area of interest at U of T, or anywhere in the world. This program is open to full-time first- and second-year undergraduate students studying at the University of Toronto from all backgrounds and fields of study. For the 2020-2021 application year, the scholarship is available to students from all three U of T campuses. The program is…

The Centre for Analytics and AI Engineering (CARTE) will be hosting the second industry speaker seminar of this academic year on November 20th, 12-1pm, titled “AI Applications in Financial Industries” . The speakers are Baiwu Zhang and Christine Yuen. Baiwu is an Applied AI researcher and Christine is an AI Developer in the Bank of Montreal AI Capabilities Team. In this seminar, Baiwu and Christine will discuss how AI can be used in financial industries, and what challenges are present given…

Register for the online event » Abstract For over 3.5 billion years microorganisms have evolved to solve complex metabolic problems at the individual, population and community levels of biological organization, innovating distributed solutions to nutrient and energy conversion processes that have fundamentally transformed the surface chemistry of the earth and generated a deep reservoir of genomic diversity. Over the past decade, high-throughput sequencing and mass spectrometry platforms have transformed our perception of this microcosmos, illuminating microbial dark matter and conceptually…

Register to attend the online event >> View the complete 2020-21 LLE schedule >> More details to come. Should you have any questions or require accommodation to attend the event, please email amanda.hacio@utoronto.ca.

Actions within the Intersections: Past, Present and Future December 6 marks the anniversary of the murder of 14 women engineering students at l’École Polytechnique de Montreal in 1989. Since then, the day has been declared The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada. Every year the U of T community commemorates the national tragedy and also reflects on the many ways all women continue to experience gender-based violence—from missing and murdered Indigenous women, transgender women, and the…

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to deliver unprecedented challenges to our health-care system, economy, and society, leaders in industry and academia are charting a course through the crisis and the road to recovery. Join us on December 4th as Professor Chris Yip, Dean of U of T Engineering, hosts a panel of business leaders to discuss the impact of the pandemic and resilience in the face of adversity. The experts include: Marcy Burchfield, Vice President, Economic Blueprint Institute, Toronto Region Board…

Register for online the event >> Distinguished lecturer: Frances Ross, MIT More details to come. View the complete 2020-21 LLE schedule >>

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Women in Science and Engineering National Conference   Are you ready to connect STEM, empowerment and professional development with delegates and renowned academic and entrepreneurial speakers from all across the world? Join WISE U of T at the 2021 WISE National Conference | Connections: Together from Afar this upcoming January 23 to 24, 2021! Get your tickets here: https://conference.wiseuoft.org/ What to expect: Company-sponsored workshops on personal growth and technological advancements! Competitions ranging from hackathons to research pitches to case! Comprehensive…

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Register for the event >> Abstract With the many changes required by the pandemic, the vast majority of us have made significant changes to our approaches to teaching and learning. In this session, we will discuss some of those changes, what worked best/worst, and what the future might hold for teaching and learning in higher education. Specific areas could include course design, authentic assessment, systems thinking, and helping student become more proficient learners. Bio Alison Flynn is an Associate Professor in…

Learning Habits to Stay Well (Learning How to Learn) Feb 10, 2021 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM Registration Deadline: Feb 10, 2021 01:16 PM Learning Habits to Stay Well What does it mean to learn well? In this workshop, learn about the healthy and productive habits you can use to learn well, do well, and be well. Discover the internal and external supports to support your academic motivation Reflect on your strengths and your mindset to take control of your learning Learn…

For everyone in the U of T community, please join us for the virtual screening of an amazing documentary "Picture a Scientist" documenting the challenges women face to this day in STEM academia. This has been made possible by collaboration between students groups - GradSWE, CEGSA and Biozone council, supported by FASE. There will also be reflective panel discussion featuring a mixed faculty/staff/student panel. We have the license for viewing for all members of the U of T community, so…

Facilitating Effective Online Discussions in Quercus: Synchronous Tools and Techniques When: Tue, February 23, 2pm – 3pm Where: https://fase-edtech.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/1235 (map) Register: https://fase-edtech.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/1235   more details»  copy to my calendar

On February 26th, The Centre for Analytics and AI Engineering (CARTE) hosts Shiva Amiri, Director of Research Infrastructure at 23andMe, who will discuss building genomic analytics and machine learning platforms for personalized health and drug discovery. Abstract: This seminar will cover building genomic analytics and machine learning platforms for personalized health and drug discovery using the large-scale genetics and phenotypic data at 23andMe. The focus will be on the technology and infrastructure for building and surfacing models to 10M+ customers as…

The University of Toronto, BCG, and Global Spark are extremely excited to announce this year’s Global Spark Thought Leader Panel: Innovation in Global Health. This event is FREE to attend. The panel will be held on Saturday, March 6th at 11am EST, and will feature three global thought leaders:  Dr. Andrew Trister (Head of Digital Health Innovation at the Gates Foundation, former Head of Machine Learning and Research for Health Special Projects at Apple) Jim Larson (Managing Director and Partner at BCG, Global Health and…

What do I want to do with my life after undergrad? How do I navigate an uncertain job market affected by a global pandemic?  The world is rapidly changing and the economy is evolving to address society’s challenges. The Design Your Life experience will equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to find direction in this uncertainty. Design Your Life uses design thinking to address the “wicked problem” of cultivating a meaningful life and career at and beyond U of T. It was developed…

Register for the event >> Abstract Dry eye is an affliction where the tear film of the eye is unable to protect the cornea epithelium. One suspected cause of this condition is a deficiency of mucin, a protein that is thought to enhance wettability and reduce friction experienced during blinking. We report on the development of a model for mucin deficient dry eye and an investigation of the ability of lubricin, a heavily glycosylated protein, to restore lubricity and low…

CARTE Industry Speaker Seminar: Building the Next Generation Interactive Devices April 9, 2021 12:00-1:00 PM On April 9th, The Centre for Analytics and AI Engineering (CARTE) hosts Dr. Afsaneh Fazly, Research Director at the Samsung Toronto AI Centre. Register through this link. Abstract: Wouldn't we all love to seamlessly communicate and interact with our cell phones, smart watches, and even our home appliances? This is indeed the holy grail of AI: to build machines and systems that can think, behave, and communicate in a…

Students at the 2019 Praxis II Showcase show off the user-friendly Naloxone kit they created. Staff, faculty, alumni, and members of the public are invited to attend this annual event. Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | 8-11 AM and 1-5 PM EDT Registration required.  Zoom link will be emailed you to. Register for the Praxis II Showcase. See the detailed event schedule. Due to public health restrictions the 2021 Praxis II Showcase will take place online. At the Praxis II Showcase,…

U of T Presidential Day: University closed.

Victoria Day holiday: University closed.

On Thursday, June 17, 2021, all three U of T campuses will celebrate Pride Month and #UofTPride with the annual Display Your Pride event! Staff, students, alumni and faculty are all invited to join in on the fun. Show off your creative flair and fabulous colours by decorating your office or student space in support of Pride! There are no limitations – show us what YOUR pride looks like. Ways to get involved can be anything from decorating your door,…

Canada Day: University closed.

U of T Presidential Day: University closed.

In this Facebook Live chat, get answers to the top 5 questions new students ask about Access & Inclusion Peer Programs at U of T and resources for First Generation, Black, Latinx, and Southeast Asian students. We’ll also open the floor to answer your questions live.    

The Centre for Research and Applications in Fluidic Technologies (CRAFT) is a unique partnership between the University of Toronto and the National Research Council of Canada that creates microfluidics-enabled devices for industrial and clinical applications. CRAFT includes academic and government researchers, trainees, clinicians and companies. The CRAFT Virtual Symposium is a 3-day event that will showcase cutting-edge microfluidics research in organ-chips, biofabrication and microfluidics-powered diagnostic devices. It will feature three international keynote speakers, 50+ presentations, a Microfluidics Art Competition, a networking…

Labour Day: University closed.

It’s easy to start a conversation, but what do you say after getting past “hello, how are you”? Since we have been online for so long, it can feel harder to really get to know the people that we interact with. It can also be hard to connect with people when dealing with the start of a new academic year, especially if you are new to Toronto. Research shows that building meaningful social connections is strongly correlated with our academic…

Demo Day is the culmination of The Hatchery NEST, a four-month process which pairs student teams with experienced mentors -- including executives, lawyers, entrepreneurs etc. -- to develop their businesses. They receive detailed feedback on their business plans, explore their proposed market, learn about patents and marketing, and build prototypes using 3D printers and other fabrication resources. Register now. 

Are you worried about fitting in as you transition into a global university or back to in-person learning? Join ILead staff, student leaders, and Professor Christopher Yip, the Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, for our kick-off event! In this interactive session, Dean Yip will share his thoughts on leadership and belonging, and you will learn skills in creating inclusive teams while meeting other students. All engineering students at any level of study and English-language proficiency are…

It’s easy to start a conversation, but what do you say after getting past “hello, how are you”? Since we have been online for so long, it can feel harder to really get to know the people that we interact with. It can also be hard to connect with people when dealing with the start of a new academic year, especially if you are new to Toronto. Research shows that building meaningful social connections is strongly correlated with our academic…

Do you want to get involved on campus, but feel confused or overwhelmed by all the choices of clubs and where you might belong? ILead’s Leadership Lab on club involvement is here to help! In this session, you will get guidance on identifying your interests, then connecting them to clubs at Skule. All engineering students at any level of study and English-language proficiency are welcome! Attend 4 or more ILead Leadership Labs over the academic year to receive recognition on your Co-Curricular Record…

As you go through your academic journey, are you experiencing changes in different parts of your life that might feel overwhelming? Figuring out how to navigate change is an important part of caring for yourself and learning to lead. But how do you stay true to your identity and find courage to be yourself while navigating change? Join us for this interactive workshop where we will focus on identifying our values and how to incorporate them into our decision-making during…

Black Research Network Launch Friday, Oct. 8 @ 2:15 pm The Black Research Network (BRN) represents an interdisciplinary network of Black scholars who champion Black excellence and cultivate connections to enhance its research capacity within the university and across the globe. On Friday October 8, the BRN will host a launch event, Mapping The Network. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear about their programs, supports and upcoming initiatives. The launch event will also feature an engaging talk on the…

Thanksgiving Day: University closed.

The Anti-Racism & Cultural Diversity Office offers professional development courses to increase faculty and staff’s understanding of their roles/responsibilities and key strategies to advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion at U of T. In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all training sessions will be offered virtually. Understanding your responsibility to preventing racial discrimination & harassment in the work environment Learning Objectives: Provide an overview of the race-related Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and definitions of relevant key terms Explore…

Please join us for an interactive virtual event to learn more the various services that the Centre for Analytics and Artificial Engineering (CARTE) offers to students, including research drop-in clinics, matching students with research project opportunities and MITACS internships, industry speaker seminars, conference de-brief session, and generally facilitating a student community of practice around Analytics/AI/ML. You will hear from a few fellow students who have worked in various capacities with CARTE, and also get a chance to interact with CARTE…

The Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering Distinguished Lecture Series Presents Indoor Aerosol Science Aspects of SARS-CoV-2 Transmission William W Nazaroff Daniel Tellep Distinguished Professor Emeritus Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering University of California, Berkeley Thursday, October 14, 2021 at 3 p.m. ET (noon PT) REGISTER HERE (a Zoom link will be sent via email the morning of the event) Abstract The state of knowledge about person-to-person transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is reviewed, emphasizing three components: emission of virus-containing particles and…