The University of Toronto has once again been rated one of the top 25 universities in the world and first in Canada in the distinguished Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), produced annually
U of T community members recognized with the Order of Canada
January 3, 2023
A political scientist whose expertise has shed light on the abuse of spyware around the world. A physician who is a leader in cancer prevention research. A trend-setter in Canadian film.
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How do people use public parks? Researchers study cellphone data to understand green space use
January 3, 2023
Managing public parks can be a balancing act – the more people enjoy them, the more wildlife is naturally damaged.
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U of T extends Scott Mabury's term as vice-president, operations and real estate partnerships, and vice-provost, academic operations
January 2, 2023
Professor Scott Mabury, a renowned environmental chemist, will serve as University of Toronto vice-president, operations and real estate partnerships and vice-provost, academic
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Most species evolve by adapting to similar, large-scale environmental pressures, study finds
January 2, 2023
Since the days of Charles Darwin, evolutionary biologists have widely believed that most new species form because they’ve adapted to different environments – but a new University of Toronto study suggests otherwise.
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Inspired by her First Nations heritage and love of nature, PhD student researches salmon conservation
December 20, 2022
PhD student Jaime Grimm’s research into fish pathogens and salmon conservation – and how she conducts that research – is the culmination of growing up amidst the rich ecosystems of Canada’
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The year in pictures: U of T News looks back at 2022
December 20, 2022
Members of the University of Toronto community shared many memorable moments across the three campuses in 2022.
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From Santa Claus to KFC: Tracing the origins of modern Christmas traditions
December 20, 2022
Every year, families who celebrate Christmas decorate their tree and hang stockings in anticipation of the arrival of Santa Claus. But what does this have to do with the religious holiday itself?
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This made-in-Ontario collaboration is creating next-generation parts for electric vehicles
December 19, 2022
A partnership between Professor Olivier Trescases of the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering and Ontario-based Litens Automotive Group is unlocking new levels of performance for electric vehicles (EVs) by developing advan
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In photos: Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 return to U of T
December 19, 2022
Thousands of University of Toronto alumni crossed the stage at Convocation Hall over the last two weeks, in a very special series... Our Community 2020 & 2021 Graduation Celebrations, Alumni, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, Photographs, Rotman School of Management
U of T drug discovery startup BenchSci ‘changing the tech world’: The Globe and Mail
December 19, 2022
BenchSci, a University of Toronto startup that uses artificial intelligence to accelerate the process of drug development, is “changing the tech world”... Our Community Alumni, Creative Destruction Lab, Entrepreneurship Hatchery, Health Innovation Hub, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Rotman School of Management, Startup