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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...
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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
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
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.
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September 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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
Virtual session on October 9, 2025, at 10:30 - 11:30 am. Register here: luma.com/2oas5y4l
September 26, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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
Virtual session on October 9, 2025, at 10:30 - 11:30 am. Register here: luma.com/2oas5y4l
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I was interviewed by the CBC on a new report on the state of our planet. Check it out ⬇️⬇️
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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...
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September 24, 2025 at 9:57 PM
I was interviewed by the CBC on a new report on the state of our planet. Check it out ⬇️⬇️
www.cbc.ca/news/climate...
@utscbiology.bsky.social @utscresearch.bsky.social
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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
September 25, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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 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
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...
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September 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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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September 18, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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📬 The first edition of the IRN Insider is now in your inbox!
Our monthly newsletter will highlight upcoming events, funding and research opportunities, and inspiring stories from researchers across the tri-campus.
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September 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
📬 The first edition of the IRN Insider is now in your inbox!
Our monthly newsletter will highlight upcoming events, funding and research opportunities, and inspiring stories from researchers across the tri-campus.
Take a look: buff.ly/OuhBeVc
Subscribe: buff.ly/CbQDZC3
#UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous
Our monthly newsletter will highlight upcoming events, funding and research opportunities, and inspiring stories from researchers across the tri-campus.
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#UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous
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
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...
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September 9, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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 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/...
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 ...
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September 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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
September 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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. 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...
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.
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August 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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 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...
Learn more on City News: vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/08/13/c...
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.
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August 21, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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...
Learn more on City News: vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/08/13/c...
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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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For more info and to apply, navigate here: sdg.utoronto.ca/visiting-sch...
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July 7, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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...
#community
For more info and to apply, navigate here: sdg.utoronto.ca/visiting-sch...
#community
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 19, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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/...
May 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
📅 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...
May 27, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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...
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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
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#SDGs #Nursing #Parents
May 15, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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:
🔗 sdg.utoronto.ca/partners-in-...
#SDGs #Nursing #Parents
🔗 sdg.utoronto.ca/partners-in-...
#SDGs #Nursing #Parents
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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
🔗 sdg.utoronto.ca/partners-in-...
#SDGs #nursing
May 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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
🔗 sdg.utoronto.ca/partners-in-...
#SDGs #nursing
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Really fascinating story about Professor Bebhinn Treanor at U of T Scarborough. Her groundbreaking work in immunology led to the discovery of something called a Multabody platform which holds promise for treating infectious diseases.
Read the full story to learn more: uoft.me/bxN
Read the full story to learn more: uoft.me/bxN
April 30, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Really fascinating story about Professor Bebhinn Treanor at U of T Scarborough. Her groundbreaking work in immunology led to the discovery of something called a Multabody platform which holds promise for treating infectious diseases.
Read the full story to learn more: uoft.me/bxN
Read the full story to learn more: uoft.me/bxN
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Different Lenses, Shared Vision brings together researchers and advocates from Mexico and Canada to discuss how global, community-based, and intersectional perspectives can advance resilience among #LGBTQYouth 🏳️🌈
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
April 14, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Different Lenses, Shared Vision brings together researchers and advocates from Mexico and Canada to discuss how global, community-based, and intersectional perspectives can advance resilience among #LGBTQYouth 🏳️🌈
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
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Tune in to hear from Srija Biswas, Project Manager at CISP, and Safiya Clarke-Mendes, our Education and Learning Specialist, in this insightful session on social prescribing.
📅 Join "Social Prescribing Without Borders: Insights from Canada and the UK" to learn from conversations with workers, practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in social prescribing. Virtual panels on April 22, 2025, 8am – 12:30pm EST. Register here: lu.ma/21dt9khz
Social Prescribing Without Borders: Insights from Canada and the UK · Zoom · Luma
Health and wellbeing are shaped by more than just medical care: our social connections, environment, and daily activities play a crucial role. Social…
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April 16, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Tune in to hear from Srija Biswas, Project Manager at CISP, and Safiya Clarke-Mendes, our Education and Learning Specialist, in this insightful session on social prescribing.
Preview: Harvest Walls in the Greenhouse facilities at the University of Toronto Scarborough. These vertical farming walls create new opportunities for researchers in sustainability, plant biology and food production. utsc.utoronto.ca/research/art... @utsc.bsky.social @utscbiology.bsky.social
April 16, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Preview: Harvest Walls in the Greenhouse facilities at the University of Toronto Scarborough. These vertical farming walls create new opportunities for researchers in sustainability, plant biology and food production. utsc.utoronto.ca/research/art... @utsc.bsky.social @utscbiology.bsky.social
New Story! U of T Scarborough’s Harvest Walls provide new research opportunities in vertical farming. Read on how Harvest Today’s donations of four indoor plant walls for UTSC researchers in sustainability, plant biology and food production. utsc.utoronto.ca/research/art... @utsc.bsky.social
April 16, 2025 at 3:57 PM
New Story! U of T Scarborough’s Harvest Walls provide new research opportunities in vertical farming. Read on how Harvest Today’s donations of four indoor plant walls for UTSC researchers in sustainability, plant biology and food production. utsc.utoronto.ca/research/art... @utsc.bsky.social
📅 Join "Social Prescribing Without Borders: Insights from Canada and the UK" to learn from conversations with workers, practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in social prescribing. Virtual panels on April 22, 2025, 8am – 12:30pm EST. Register here: lu.ma/21dt9khz
Social Prescribing Without Borders: Insights from Canada and the UK · Zoom · Luma
Health and wellbeing are shaped by more than just medical care: our social connections, environment, and daily activities play a crucial role. Social…
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April 15, 2025 at 8:49 PM
📅 Join "Social Prescribing Without Borders: Insights from Canada and the UK" to learn from conversations with workers, practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in social prescribing. Virtual panels on April 22, 2025, 8am – 12:30pm EST. Register here: lu.ma/21dt9khz
Different Lenses, Shared Vision brings together researchers and advocates from Mexico and Canada to discuss how global, community-based, and intersectional perspectives can advance resilience among #LGBTQYouth 🏳️🌈
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
April 14, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Different Lenses, Shared Vision brings together researchers and advocates from Mexico and Canada to discuss how global, community-based, and intersectional perspectives can advance resilience among #LGBTQYouth 🏳️🌈
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46
Join us on Tues, April 29 from 12:30-2 pm EST. Sign up here: lu.ma/opzbgs46