U of T Scarborough Research & Innovation

Could former elite athletes reveal important insights behind aging well? Professor Michelle Silver from the Department of Health and Society asks this question in recently published book, Aging With Agility, whose research explores aging, ability and exercise. utsc.utoronto.ca/news-events/...

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#UTSC professor Afua Cooper is helping students see themselves in Canada’s past. Her project, A Black People’s History of Canada, equips teachers with lessons on African Canadians’ contributions – from business to activism: uoft.me/afua-cooper-history

#UofT #BlackHistory #BlackExcellence

Endowed Chair Speaker Series w/ Dr. Amer Burhan · Luma Talk Title: Applied mental health research at Ontario Shores: innovation at the point of care Agenda: 4:00 Talk and Q&A 5:30 End of the event Talk…

Don't miss! This Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm*, join Dr. Amer M Burhan for a discussion on applied mental health research at Ontario Shores: innovation at the point of care. Register here: luma.com/8gn6offc

Endowed Chair Speaker Series w/ Dr. Amer Burhan · Luma Talk Title: Toward personalized medicine in psychiatry: Clinical application of pharmacogenetics Agenda: 3:30 Registration 4:00 Talk and Q&A 5:15 Mix and…

Interest in mental health research and innovation? On Wed, December 17th, 2025 at 3:30 - 6 pm join Dr. Amer M Burhan for a discussion on applied mental health research at Ontario Shores: innovation at the point of care. Register here: luma.com/8gn6offc

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“It’s not wokeness — it’s human rights.” Professor Maydianne Andrade shares her approach to equity in academia, via Nature. #UTSC #UofT
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-02932-w

Are smartphones making us more bored? In this episode of The Short Answer, #UTSC Department of Psychology professor Michael Inzlicht talks about how to have more effortful & meaningful interactions.

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A new study from the #UTSC Psychology Dept. finds that growing awareness of ADHD may be leading some young adults to mistakenly believe they have the disorder. #UofT
https://utsc.utoronto.ca/news-events/breaking-research/study-shows-adhd-awareness-may-lead-increase-false-self-diagnosis-intervention

Why does chasing happiness make us unhappy? 🤔 In this Short Answer, #UofT's Sam Maglio, Marketing and Psychology professor @utsc.utoronto.ca & @rotmanschool.bsky.social tells us about the “happiness paradox” & ways we can appreciate the moment instead.

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Congrats to #UTSC chemist Andre Simpson, who has been awarded the 2026 Ricardo Aroca Award by the @ciccheminst.bsky.social, recognizing his pioneering contributions to analytical chemistry and his positive impact on environmental and human health. #UofT
https://bit.ly/49SQRnE

“We are grateful to have grown as a research community in so many ways and in new directions,” says Alison Mountz, Vice-Principal Research & Innovation in the OVPRI 2024-2025 Annual Report which highlights recent successes and exciting initiatives. Read now: utsc.utoronto.ca/research/ann...

The Connaught Major Research Challenge for Black Researchers provides up to $250K to new, Black-led research initiatives at @utoronto.ca driving innovative solutions to major research challenges.

🤝🏽 Coordinated by the Connaught Fund & BRN. The NOI deadline is Feb. 9, 2026: buff.ly/8mDhBH9 #UofT

Check out our latest research on how ocean acidification affects marine sticklebacks from former postdoc Dr. Rex Yoon.
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Bringing science education to the incarcerated | CBC Radio The Think Like a Scientist program is designed to teach critical thinking skills to people in prison.

U of T Scarborough Assistant Professor Philip Heron was recently featured on CBC radio: Quirks & Quarks for his work providing science education to people in prison. "We don't just fail and stop, we fail and move forward," says Heron. Read more from here: www.cbc.ca/radio/quirks... @utsc.utoronto.ca

Join us for a MITACS information session that will provide an overview of how MITACS could help support your projects with speaker, Modupe Olufemi (Advisor, Business Development).

Virtual session on October 9, 2025, at 10:30 - 11:30 am. Register here: luma.com/2oas5y4l

Oceans have crossed 'safe' acidic threshold, scientists warn | CBC News The latest Planetary Health Check report says ocean acidification has reached risky territory. Experts say it will reduce our oceans’ ability to absorb the carbon we emit and also weaken the shellfish...

I was interviewed by the CBC on a new report on the state of our planet. Check it out ⬇️⬇️
www.cbc.ca/news/climate...
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On Oct 2, join Earth District's speaker series with Director of the Institute for Environment, Conservation and Sustainability and UTSC Professor Imre Szeman for "Futures of the Sun: The Fate of Renewable Energy in a Fractured World." Registration link: earthdistrict.ca/events

U of T Scarborough researcher looks at how racial stereotypes follow Black girls into the classroom When Olivia Bernard arrived in Canada from Jamaica at age 19, she encountered racism that left a lasting impression.  On one occasion, a white man spat toward her from a passing car while hurling raci...

U of T Scarborough researcher Olivia Bernard explores the educational experiences of Black girls in the Toronto District School Board, like how racial stereotypes follow Black girls into the classroom. Read more on UTSC news: utsc.utoronto.ca/news-events/... @utsc.utoronto.ca

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Our monthly newsletter will highlight upcoming events, funding and research opportunities, and inspiring stories from researchers across the tri-campus.

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Karina Vernon’s work on Black Prairie histories earns Royal Society of Canada honour Karina Vernon, an associate professor of English at U of T Scarborough, has been elected a Member of the Royal Society of Canada’s (RSC) College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.  For Vernon, w...

U of T Scarborough Associate Professor Karina Vernon earns Royal Society of Canada honour for her work on Black and Black-Indigenous histories of the Canadian Prairies. Read more: utsc.utoronto.ca/news-events/... @utsc.utoronto.ca

U of T Scarborough scientist Myrna Simpson honoured by Royal Society of Canada Professor Myrna Simpson has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, one of the country’s highest honours for academics and researchers. Simpson says the recognition is both humbling and ...

U of T Scarborough scientist and Professor Myrna Simpson has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, one of the country’s highest honours for academics and researchers. Learn more about her, and her work, including Integrative Molecular Biogeochemistry: utsc.utoronto.ca/news-events/...

On Sept 16, join Earth District's speaker series with UTSC Associate Professor Sergio Montero and Community Leader in Residence Kumsa Baker for a discussion on "Transportation Infrastructure as a Community Asset: Planning for Local Inclusive Economies". Registration link: earthdistrict.ca/events

Detroit did it — can Scarborough? Community pushes for vibrant park on former TTC Line 3 corridor - NOW Toronto Scarborough transit and environmental advocates are pushing for the decommissioned Line 3 corridor to be turned into a linear raised park.

Detroit did it — can Scarborough? Community pushes for vibrant park on former TTC Line 3 corridor. U of T Scarborough's Institute for Inclusive Economies & Sustainable Livelihoods is studying the future of our Rapid Transit. Read more on Now Toronto: nowtoronto.com/news/detroit...

Canada's rising temperatures means invasive ants are more likely to spread outdoors The rise in temperatures means some indoor-restrictive ant species could soon move outdoors, allowing them to spread at a much faster rate.

Canada’s rising temperatures means invasive ants are more likely to spread outdoors according to a new study at U of T Scarborough. Postdoctoral researcher Toby Tsang found that certain ant species can survive indoors in cooler areas.

Learn more on City News: vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/08/13/c...

In partnership with IECS, we are pleased to announce the launch of our Visiting Scholars Program! Come engage in SDG-related discussions, research, and collaborative activities at UofT from any uni in the world!
For more info and to apply, navigate here: sdg.utoronto.ca/visiting-sch...

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Join the Earth District's speaker series on "Is Silicon Valley “Going Green”? Digital Tech, Energy Systems and Environmental Sustainability" with Tanner Mirrlees, Associate Professor at Ontario Tech University on June 24th, 12 to 1:30 pm (Virtual). Register here: earthdistrict.ca/events

📅 June 11, 2025 - Join us for the opening of "Threads of Refuge" exhibition curated by Thy Phu and Saaz Taher, U of T Scarborough Arts, Culture and Media professors, and portraits by Anthony Gebrehiwot. Register here: dorismccarthygallery.utoronto.ca/programming/...

On June 12, join us for Food for Thought: Sustainable Systems and Climate Solutions for Food and Farming with expert panelists to discuss the future of food security, agri-tech innovation, and sustainable systems. Register here: cpe.utoronto.ca/event/food-f...

Worldwide, 14 million babies are born preterm each year. In her blog article, Professor Johnston discusses SDG 3.2 and SDG 17 measures being taken in Europe to reduce the consequent infant mortality rates. Learn more at the link below:

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#SDGs #Nursing #Parents

For International Nurses' Day, Professor Linda Johnston, VP of UofT and Principal of UTSC, reflects on a pan-European neonatal care initiative and the role of parents as caretakers. Read more to see how SDG 3.2 and SDG 17 are being addressed:

🔗 sdg.utoronto.ca/partners-in-...

#SDGs #nursing