U of T researchers investigate the hidden history of 'Black androids'
January 4, 2022
It began as a series of isolated references – the term would appear in a historical article here, a book there. Edward Jones-Imhotep soon began noticing references to “Black androids” everywhere.
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Researcher explores use of cannabinoids to treat obesity
January 4, 2022
Though cannabis is often associated with “the munchies” in popular culture, University of Toronto researcher Justin Matheson is asking whether cannabinoids – naturally occurring compounds in the plant – can actually be used to tre
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'Hidden hunger': U of T course examines global impacts of diets lacking key micronutrients
January 3, 2022
For both instructor and students, the University of Toronto’s “Global Hidden Hunger” course holds special meaning because of their own personal experiences.
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U of T remembers Desmond Tutu, global human rights leader and friend of the university
January 3, 2022
Hundreds filled Hart House’s Great Hall at the University of Toronto nearly 22 years ago to hear from Anglican Archbishop and anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu, who had come to campus to accept an honorary degree.
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How far does a little kindness go? U of T researcher examines how doing good improves mental health
January 3, 2022
Most of us intuitively know that kindness can not only alleviate the suffering of others, but help us feel better. Now, researchers at the University of Toronto are taking steps to confirm the relationship between kindness and well-being.
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‘Extraordinary times’: Art installation to capture U of T’s mass vaccination effort
December 21, 2021
On a quiet day in the COVID-19 vaccine clinic hosted on the University of Toronto’s St.
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The year in pictures: U of T News looks back at 2021
December 21, 2021
In a year of uncertainty, the University of Toronto came together to mark several historic milestones.
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In a challenging year, U of T students inspire hope for the future
December 20, 2021
For the second year in a row, University of Toronto students met unforeseen challenges as the world continued to grapple with the ups and downs of the pandemic.
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U of T art installation pulls back curtain on molecular science
December 20, 2021
A remarkable collection of images normally reserved for the eyes of scientists is now available to the University of Toronto community via an exhibition celebrating cutting-edge research in biomedicine.
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Researchers reveal how our brains update memories when recollections are proven wrong
December 17, 2021
Researchers from the University of Toronto have confirmed the critical role played by the brain’s hippocampus in updating our memories when those recollections are shown to be inaccurate.
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