Posts Categorized: News

February 9, 2016 — In a CBC News segment, Professor Dionne Aleman shared her research on developing a mathematical formula to make operating room scheduling more efficient, leading to shorter waits for patients and making a big difference in the…

February 9, 2016 — Seven researchers from across U of T’s Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering have received significant federal support for their research with new or renewed Canada Research Chairs. MIE’s David Sinton and Birsen Donmez have been named new Canada Resarch…

January 28, 2016 — For Randy Sinukoff, the best part of being a course instructor is watching new understanding take root. “I love it when the light goes on in someone’s head,” he says. “I love it when they discover something…

January 28, 2016 — MIE students took first and second place at U of T Engineering’s Hatchery Accelerator competition on January 22 and 23. The competition, hosted by The Entrepreneurship Hatchery, was kicked off by a special panel presentation from Silicon…

January 26, 2016 — U of T engineers have partnered with residents of Pedro Arauz, Nicaragua to design and construct a water-pumping windmill, providing critical irrigation during the area’s long dry season. The project was led by Professor Amy Bilton (MIE)…

January 26, 2016 — Professor Craig Simmons (MIE, IBBME) has been named the University of Toronto Distinguished Professor of Mechanobiology, an honour that recognizes his exceptional career accomplishments and promise. Issued by the U of T Office of the Vice-President and…

January 22, 2016 — This weekend’s Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) National Conference is designed to showcase a side of engineering and science you haven’t seen before. Its theme, ‘A Mosaic of Talent,’ was chosen to reflect the plethora of…

January 20, 2016 — B.C. man builds mobile home fuelled by vegetable oil, solar power. Professor Murray Thomson provides expert comment. Read more.

January 12, 2016 — Professor Emeritus Andrew Goldenberg is the 2016 recipient of the IEEE Canada A.G.L. McNaughton Gold Medal. The award is the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ (IEEE) highest honour, recognizing outstanding Canadian engineers for their exemplary contributions…

January 11, 2016 — Som Seif (IndE 9T9) had a big chip on his shoulder after he found himself forced to sell his first company, Claymore Investments. Today, he retains full control of his new venture, and says he’s ready…