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U of T researchers win prestigious Killam Prizes On Apr. 18 the Canada Council for the Arts named Elizabeth Edwards, Steven Narod and Daniel Trefler the winners of one of the most prestigious awards in Canada – the Killam Prize – for their leading research in the fields of engineering, medicine and economics. In addition, U of T’s Arthur Ripstein is receiving a two-year Killam Research Fellowship. In total, the Killam program is providing $440,000 to U of T researchers. |
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Nia Technologies brings 3D prosthetic printing to developing countries Thanks to a Canadian non-profit social enterprise called Nia Technologies – supported by University of Toronto research – children with disabilities in developing countries may soon have better access to high-quality and better-fitting prosthetics.
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U of T researchers awarded $5.2 million in funding for cutting-edge research
A dentist intent on creating a more robust filling for cavities is among 19 U of T researchers sharing $5.2 million in new federal funding.
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What’s it like to have your music performed at the White House? Ask this student composer
No one can say for certain how many concert works by Canadian composers have been heard at the White House. We do know the University of Toronto’s Matthew Emery was surprised in December to learn – after the fact – that he had written one of them. |
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Joe Pennachetti on cities and the role of the University of Toronto
Joe Pennachetti, Toronto’s former top civil servant, joined the University of Toronto in 2015 as a senior adviser at the Institute on Municipal Finance & Governance (IMFG) and the School of Public Policy & Governance (SPPG) and as a senior adviser at the Global Cities Institute and executive adviser to the World Council on City Data. He spoke about the role he sees for U of T in supporting cities and the increasing importance of civic government.
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U of T medical students explore community health
U of T student Laura Burgess spent last year collaborating with staff from Camp Oochigeas, an organization providing summer camp experiences and recreational programming for kids with cancer, even during chemotherapy. The second-year medical student recently shared her findings on the camp’s impact. |
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Three Minute Thesis: can nineteenth-century novels prevent financial crises?
It’s a counter-intuitive argument: present-day policy-makers responding to global financial crises could learn a lot from the novels of Nathaniel Hawthorne, or the memoirs of Henry David Thoreau. But Cristina D’Amico of the department of English used it to win this year’s Three Minute Thesis competition at the University of Toronto. |
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CREATE grants boost U of T Engineering research into optical technology and lab-grown human tissues
Two international collaborative research programs led by University of Toronto Engineering professors have received major grants from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council. The funding will help train a new generation of experts in leading edge technologies. |
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How far is Fleen from New York City? (Hint: it’s closer than Floon)
“Our feelings and intuitions about sounds influence what we feel is okay for names of specific items or brands,” says U of T’s Cristina Rabaglia. “If you name something in a way that isn’t intuitive, it could decrease the likelihood that people will want to interact with that product.” Rabaglia recently published a study with U of T’s Sam Maglio that adds significantly to the existing body of knowledge about sound symbolism, the intuitive understanding of the meaning of specific sounds. |
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What’s it like to work at Industrial Light & Magic? Ask this U of T grad
In Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, Luke Skywalker must trust himself to The Force. He is told by Master Yoda: “Do or do not. There is no try.” There is truth in these words for Noah Lockwood, PhD candidate in the department of computer science and a research and development engineer at Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), one of the world’s leading visual effects companies. |
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Does palliative care need a rebrand?
Patients are missing out on earlier access to supportive care because of the stigma attached to the label “palliative care,” according to recently published research by Camilla Zimmermann. |
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Award-winning UTM PhD student researches the social dimension of transportation geography
U of T Mississauga PhD student Léa Ravensbergen walks the walk. Or perhaps more aptly, she rides the ride. An avid cyclist, and all-around healthy transportation and lifestyle enthusiast, she recently received two prestigious awards from the American Association of Geographers (AAG) for her research on both health and transportation geography. |
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LEED gold for sustainable design awarded to U of T research building
The Environmental Science and Chemistry Building (ESCB) at the University of Toronto Scarborough has been recognized with one of the highest levels of achievement in sustainable building design.
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An uber-sized shift in the sharing economy The Hill Times | Apr. 20, 2016
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Damned if you do, damned if you don’t: the perils of self-reporting corporate misdeeds
Financial Post | Apr. 19, 2016
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Klar, Douglas and McGuire: Autism strategy masks societal exclusion of autistic Ontarians
Ottawa Citizen | Apr. 19, 2016
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Science Minister Kirsty Duncan tours UTM lab, announces $5.2M in research fundingInside Toronto | Apr. 19, 2016 |
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Make decisions with millennials in mind, researcher urges Toronto
CBC News | Apr. 19, 2016
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Big business beginning to understand bottom line, support for transgender rights are linked: Teitel
Toronto Star | Apr. 16, 2016
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Critics question COC’s capacity for change after harassment scandal CBC | Apr. 15, 2016
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Loewen: Minister’s principles of electoral reform don’t narrow down the choices Ottawa Citizen | Apr. 15, 2016
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New therapy app reduces barriers to mental health counseling Toronto Star | Apr. 17, 2016
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Why a survey of 15,000 Toronto students presents a terrifying look at the city’s transit system – and a way to fix itNational Post | Apr. 19
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utoronto.ca: preview feedback survey!
U of T premiered its new main home page this weekend. We’re now looking for your input. Explore the new site and share your feedback. |
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Bulletin schedule
The Bulletin publishes on Thursdays from April to August. U of T employees are encouraged to submit links to news about their department, faculty, research or work to share with the U of T community. To submit events and items for consideration please send a submission before the preceding Tuesday with a URL linking to more information. Please note that due to high volume, not all requests can be accommodated. |
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Gilbert Delgado named Chief, University Planning, Design & Construction
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Robert Cook, U of T’s Chief Information Officer, to retire
Under Robert Cook’s leadership, the university has made significant investment in information technology to support student, faculty and staff success. |
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U of T observes National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job
The University of Toronto will participate in the National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job on Apr. 28 by lowering the flags in various locations across each campus. The National Day of Mourning, officially recognized by the federal government in 1991, is held annually on Apr. 28 in approximately 80 countries around the world and has been adopted by the AFL-CIO and the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions.
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Call for submissions to U of T’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Steering Committee
The president and vice-president & provost have formed a university-wide Truth and Reconciliation Commission Steering Committee. The Steering Committee would welcome submissions from members of the university community – both individuals and groups – regarding implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action as they apply to the university.
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Help guide the design of the Willcocks Common
Willcocks Common is a unique pedestrian-friendly open space on the St George campus. A project is underway to revitalize Willcocks Street. A consultant team has been selected to lead the exercise of reimagining this important urban landscape on campus. Now we need your input.
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2016-17 tuition fee schedules, domestic tuition framework, and the 2015-16 enrolment report
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2016 annual performance assessment process for PM, Confidential and AP groups
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Agreement ratified between University of Toronto and CUPE, Local 1230 (Casual)
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New ‘True Blue’ Awards – coming this spring
The Division of HR & Equity, in partnership with the Office of the Vice-President & Provost, is thrilled to announce the winning name of a new recognition program, generated through the “U name It” contest. “True Blue Awards”, is a new program to honour U of T faculty and staff who make invaluable contributions to the University every day. These are staff and faculty who accomplish personal and institutional goals, mentor their colleagues, and keep this institution working – they are often the ‘unsung heroes’ of the institution.
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IABC Gold Quill Awards: U of T Engineering, “Speaking Up” team recognized among world’s best in communications
The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering has received four Gold Quill Awards from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). The HRE Communications team also received an award of merit for Digital Communications for work on the Speaking Up Employee survey. Engineering’s Strategic Communications team is: Catherine Riddell, Roberta Baker, Raymond Cheah, Shilpa Gantotti, Jamie Hunter, Tyler Irving, Marit Mitchell, Emily Myertholen, Ann Perry and Kevin Soobrian. The Speaking Up Survey team is composed of HRE’s Rosalyn Figov, Katy Francis, Melanie Grant, Selena Panchoo, Meredith Sandles, Stephannie Roy from the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty & Academic Life, and Cheryl Gibbs from the Office of the Vice-President & Provost.
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New U of T off-campus housing service
Housing Services has introduced a new off-campus housing and roommate finder service that’s fast, easy to use and mobile-friendly. Log in to:
• See thousands of listings near all three U of T campuses
• Advertise rental unit(s)
• Access the buy and sell board, browse the collection of checklists, tips sheets and other useful resources
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From cohabitation to divorce: what you should know about family law Learn the basics of family law, including common law relationships, cohabitation agreements and marriage contracts, child custody and more in this workshop with an experienced family lawyer.
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Helping children cope with separation and divorce
This webinar on May 11 will help parents understand what goes on in the hearts and minds of children in the wake of marital disruption, so that parents can help foster their children’s resilience. You will learn how to explain divorce to children, address separation anxiety and anger, and support children who have witnessed parental conflict. |
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Join U of T for the Pride and Remembrance run
Once again this year, the U of T Pride and Remembrance run team will hit the pavement in support of local LGBTQ charitable organizations – all employees, friends, and family are welcome to join! |
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Bioethics seminar | South Asian religious fasting and immobilization at the end-of-life: Jain sallekhana and Buddhist thukdam Apr. 27, 2016 | Room 106, Health Sciences Building, 155 College St.
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TechKnowFile university 2016
Registration closes Apr. 27, conference on May 4-5, 2016 | Bahen Centre, 40 St. George St.
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WHO Collaborating Centre for Governance, Transparency and Accountability in the Pharmaceutical Sector Policy workshop
Apr. 29, 2016 | PB 850, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, 144 College St.
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How a living day is made
Apr 22 – Jun 11, 2016 | Doris McCarthy Gallery, 1265 Military Tr. |
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Sounds of science
May 3, 2016 | MacMillan Theatre, 80 Queen’s Pk.
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Centre for Community Partnership: Faculty Institute Register by May 6, event on May 25, 2016 | Music Room, Hart House, 7 Hart House Cir.
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R.W.B. Jackson lecture – OISE: 50 years of impact May 9, 2016 | OISE, 252 Bloor St. West
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