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Helping first-term co-op students kick start their careers
Monthly donations provide dependable funding to support innovative programs like the Waterloo Experience Accelerate Program, helping students acquire in-demand skills through work-integrated learning.
Monthly donations provide dependable funding to support innovative programs like the Waterloo Experience Accelerate Program, helping students acquire in-demand skills through work-integrated learning.
Northern Tornadoes Project confirms 117 tornadoes for Canada in 2022
Researchers conducted 447 severe weather investigations in 2022 using satellites, aircraft, drones and ground surveys By Jeff Renaud , February 09, 2023 By Jeff Renaud , February 09, 2023 Western's No
Researchers conducted 447 severe weather investigations in 2022 using satellites, aircraft, drones and ground surveys By Jeff Renaud , February 09, 2023 By Jeff Renaud , February 09, 2023 Western's No
Q and A with the experts: Using social science to forecast societal change
Scientists should be mindful of their limitations Pandemic impacts on people everywhere brought a unique opportunity for social scientists to study and forecast changes in society. The Forecasting Collaborative was founded in 2020 by Dr. Igor Grossmann , associate professor of psychology at the University of Waterloo, to evaluate the accuracy of social and data scientists' approaches in predicting social change.
Scientists should be mindful of their limitations Pandemic impacts on people everywhere brought a unique opportunity for social scientists to study and forecast changes in society. The Forecasting Collaborative was founded in 2020 by Dr. Igor Grossmann , associate professor of psychology at the University of Waterloo, to evaluate the accuracy of social and data scientists' approaches in predicting social change.
Startup brings blockchain to Ukrainian refugees, lands US$2.4 million in funding
For many, blockchain is best known as the technology that underpins cryptocurrencies. But startup company TransCrypts is using it to give people more control over their personal information - including refugees who fled Ukraine.
For many, blockchain is best known as the technology that underpins cryptocurrencies. But startup company TransCrypts is using it to give people more control over their personal information - including refugees who fled Ukraine.
AI can predict the effectiveness of breast cancer chemotherapy
Waterloo researchers develop AI technology to predict if women with breast cancer would benefit from chemotherapy prior to surgery Engineers at the University of Waterloo have developed artificial in
Waterloo researchers develop AI technology to predict if women with breast cancer would benefit from chemotherapy prior to surgery Engineers at the University of Waterloo have developed artificial in
A new wave in recognizing the Ocean’s vital role
Acknowledging the Ocean as a living being is increasingly important for planetary well-being and global sustainability By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment The Ocean* is the largest of Earth's systems that stabilizes climate and supports life and human wellbeing.
Acknowledging the Ocean as a living being is increasingly important for planetary well-being and global sustainability By Chantal Vallis Faculty of Environment The Ocean* is the largest of Earth's systems that stabilizes climate and supports life and human wellbeing.
New alliance to fight eating disorders
Taking advantage of the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, the Loricorps Research Group of the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) announces its association with the Centre de recherc
Taking advantage of the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, the Loricorps Research Group of the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) announces its association with the Centre de recherc
Creating ’Julia,’ the first Muppet on the autism spectrum
When most people think of Sesame Street they envision cherished childhood memories of singalongs and fun with Big Bird and Cookie Monster.
When most people think of Sesame Street they envision cherished childhood memories of singalongs and fun with Big Bird and Cookie Monster.
Education gaps between spouses, racial inequalities affect wives’ income trajectories
Study shows education gaps between spouses, racial inequalities affect wives' income trajectories Research examines decades of household earnings and married women's labour force participation By Jeff
Study shows education gaps between spouses, racial inequalities affect wives' income trajectories Research examines decades of household earnings and married women's labour force participation By Jeff
Research project applies global lens to student mental health
Students play an integral role in Kristin Cleverley 's research into student and youth mental health - not just as research participants, but as partners in research design.
Students play an integral role in Kristin Cleverley 's research into student and youth mental health - not just as research participants, but as partners in research design.
With latest work, University of Toronto grad challenges children’s book genre
With just a few lines of text on a red background, the cover of Michael Gayle 's third children's book is a far cry from the usual jumble of hues and images competing for a kid's interest.
With just a few lines of text on a red background, the cover of Michael Gayle 's third children's book is a far cry from the usual jumble of hues and images competing for a kid's interest.
Using AI to predict recurring lung cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Quebec and Canada, killing more individuals than prostate, colon and breast cancers combined.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Quebec and Canada, killing more individuals than prostate, colon and breast cancers combined.
How does vaping affect the lungs?
Teen vaping has been on the rise, with reports of rapidly increasing use across North America. While some consider vapes to be a useful tool for smoking cessation, new research from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) supports a growing public health concern about potential adverse health consequences.
Teen vaping has been on the rise, with reports of rapidly increasing use across North America. While some consider vapes to be a useful tool for smoking cessation, new research from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) supports a growing public health concern about potential adverse health consequences.
Wetlands under threat
Waterloo professor, Rebecca Rooney, discusses the value of wetlands and the risk they face in Ontario By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Thursday, February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, an
Waterloo professor, Rebecca Rooney, discusses the value of wetlands and the risk they face in Ontario By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Thursday, February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, an
Students dig into the past during ’Ancient Food Day’
Did you know Ancient Greeks enjoyed a snack that resembled Timbits? They were called enkrides - small golden cakes made with a simple cheese dough, fried in olive oil and eaten with generous amounts of honey and pepper.
Did you know Ancient Greeks enjoyed a snack that resembled Timbits? They were called enkrides - small golden cakes made with a simple cheese dough, fried in olive oil and eaten with generous amounts of honey and pepper.
University of Toronto Centre in India launches in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts
The University of Toronto launched The University of Toronto Centre in India today in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts, one of India's largest philanthropic organizations.
The University of Toronto launched The University of Toronto Centre in India today in Mumbai in partnership with Tata Trusts, one of India's largest philanthropic organizations.
Research management - Mar 27
University of Toronto scores top marks in QS World University Rankings by Subject
University of Toronto scores top marks in QS World University Rankings by Subject

Event - Mar 27
In photos: New Canadians take citizenship oath at University of Toronto Mississauga-hosted ceremony
In photos: New Canadians take citizenship oath at University of Toronto Mississauga-hosted ceremony
