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Research – Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
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News about research and innovation at Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada's comprehensive innovation university.
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This week, the iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series hosts professor David Goertz, senior scientist at ‪@sunnybrookhsc.bsky.social‬. Join in person or online on Friday, Oct. 24 for 'Opening and Closing Blood Vessels with Ultrasound Induced Cavitation.' Full details: tinyurl.com/yxm77ff5
October 22, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Congratulations to @torontomet.bsky.social professors Andrew Kim & Harshita Yalamarty on their selection as new Canada Research Chairs, and to professors Michael Olsen & Ali Tavallaei on their renewals. More: tinyurl.com/eutxast5 @torontometsci.bsky.social @arts-tmu.bsky.social @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca
Headshots of TMU professors and Canada Research Chairs Andrew Kim, Harshita Yalamarty, Michael Olsen and Ali Tavallaei.
October 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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The 2025 Gairdner Lecture is happening at York University on the afternoon of Oct. 21. This free event features 2025 Canada @gairdnerawards.bsky.social International Award recipients Iva Greenwald, Gary Struhl & Nika Shakiba. Register here: tinyurl.com/yvb3zfhj
October 14, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving! The OVPRI is closed on Monday, October 13 and this account will not be monitored during this time. We'll be back on Tuesday, October 14.
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October 13, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Join @torontomet.bsky.social's School of Image Arts on October 7 for the annual Lucy Molnar Wing Lecture, 'Photographs and Videos,' by internationally renowned New York-based artist Sara Cwynar. This lecture is free and open to the public. Details: tinyurl.com/2mkaf4nn
October 6, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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On September 30, we’re wearing orange as we mark the national day of recognition and raising awareness about residential schools.

Join us.

See the full program agenda and register here: tinyurl.com/2yvd8xdk
Members of the TMU community at the 2023 memorial walk. At the front of the group, a staff member holds the TMU Eagle Staff.
September 30, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Congratulations to all the students who participated in the 2025 Undergraduate Research Opportunities Showcase. This event features culminating research projects from the URO Summer program. @torontometsci.bsky.social @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social @arts-tmu.bsky.social @torontomet.bsky.social
A sign welcoming visitors to the URO Showcase A presenter explains her research at the URO Showcase. A wide view of the Sears Atrium at the 2025 URO Showcase.
September 29, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Why are South Asian women underrepresented in Canada's workforce? @torontomet.bsky.social professor Rupa Banerjee tells Benefits Canada the three main barriers remain skills recognition gaps, care responsibilities and organizational dynamics. More: tinyurl.com/4xjz3n79 @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social
September 29, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Come to @torontomet.bsky.social's Paul H. Cocker Gallery on the evening of Sept. 25 for the opening reception of 'On the Edge,' a photo exhibition by Steven Evans (@evanssw.bsky.social). This free event will examine the transformation of Toronto's downtown waterfront. Details: tinyurl.com/4ufpdbvh
Canada Geese stand in the parking lot outside BMO Field, a lakeshore sports stadium in Toronto.
September 24, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Ontario's Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) program offers free business development training from @torontomet.bsky.social's DMZ, one of Canada's leading incubators, plus a $10,000 grant to turn ideas into profitable companies. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n95x7s8
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September 18, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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What does Toronto's waterfront reveal about urban change? Discover On the Edge, by photographer Steven Evans (@evanssw.bsky.social) that highlights the evolution of the downtown waterfront. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4ufpdbvh @torontomet.bsky.social
Canada Geese stand in the parking lot outside BMO Field.
September 15, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Congratulations to @torontomet.bsky.social‬ professor Daolun Chen on being elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and to professor Miranda Kirby on being named a Member of the RSC’s College. Read more: bit.ly/4m5zDWt #research
Headshots of TMU professors Daolun Chen and Miranda Kirby.
September 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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The OVPRI will be closed on Monday, September 1, for the #LabourDay Federal holiday. This account will not be monitored during this time. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 2.
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August 29, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Find out what scholarly, #research and creative #events are happening across @torontomet.bsky.social in September, from presentations and conferences to workshops and a book launch. Read our events newsletter here: tinyurl.com/2rxayd5y
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August 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Faculty, students and research staff are invited to @torontomet.bsky.social's Scholarly, Research and Creative (SRC) Integrity Day, Thursday, September 18. Learn about #research integrity at #TMU and listen to Dr. Cary Moskovitz discuss text recycling in research. Register now: tinyurl.com/2j7w2etu
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August 28, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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Students from The Creative School collaborated with Mackenzie House to honour 1860's publishers by recreating historical newspaper mastheads. Led by @torontomet.bsky.social professor Lee Eldridge, the exhibition features 3D printing on a 180-year-old press. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mmrcce2t
Instructor Lee Eldridge with students Kieran McGlade, Megan Quan and Elianna Nghiem at Makenize house, with a printing press in front of them. Photo courtesy of Lee Eldridge.
August 20, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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#Research led by @torontomet.bsky.social professor @sarahsdermody.bsky.social shows daily discrimination drives coping behaviours among transgender and gender-diverse youth, such as increased drinking. Researchers stress an urgent need for interventions. More via ‪@usnews.com‬: tinyurl.com/3jbtdxas
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August 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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The OVPRI will be closed on Friday, August 1, 2025 for TMU Day and Monday, August 4, 2025 for the Civic Holiday. This account will not be monitored at that time. We will reopen on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
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July 31, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Professionals investigating child trafficking and sexual exploitation are at higher risk for developing trauma. Research from @torontomet.bsky.social’s Jennifer Martin calls for better preparation, training and support for these vital investigators. Read more in innovation: tinyurl.com/3tez739e
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July 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Find out what scholarly, #research and creative #events are happening across @torontomet.bsky.social in August, from presentations to workshops. Read our events newsletter here: tinyurl.com/j2s66p6e @alumnitmu.bsky.social
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July 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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The COVID-19 pandemic exposed deep global health inequities. @torontomet.bsky.social prof. Uche Ngwaba collaborated with York University & U of Dayton, launching the 2024 Regional Health Governance Study to explore equity in health systems. More: tinyurl.com/46t6c9ec
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July 30, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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PFAS, toxic 'forever chemicals' are polluting our water systems, posing serious health risks and threatening our environment. @torontomet.bsky.social's WR3 Urban Water Lab explores an Innovative approach to clean water solutions. Read more: tinyurl.com/4bj4k8z7 @torontometsci.bsky.social
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July 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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To support Indigenous housing, @torontomet.bsky.social’s Together Lab, led by prof. Shelagh McCartney, in partnership with Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) has co-developed construction management courses tailored for NAN communities. More via Innovation: tinyurl.com/2avk6m6h
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July 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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New #research by @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social professor Atty Mashatan found a surprising reason why some organizations are more motivated to start preparing for the cybersecurity threat posed by quantum computers. Find out what that reason is in our Innovation newsletter: tinyurl.com/2w48zehd
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July 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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With AI being used in Canadian newsrooms, @journalismtmu.bsky.social ‬professors @nicoleblanchett.bsky.social, Angela Misri (@karmicangel.bsky.social) and April Lindgren explore the ethical implications, calling for the development of clear ethical frameworks. Read more: tinyurl.com/3hw3fnzx
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July 24, 2025 at 2:16 PM