News & Stories
Explore the latest news, stories, and groundbreaking research happening at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering. Stay updated on innovative projects, impactful discoveries, and the achievements of our talented students, faculty, and alumni shaping the future of biomedical science and engineering.
Quick Navigation
Discovery Program marks 10 years of STEM outreach for Toronto high school students
Discovery Program marks 10 years of STEM outreach for Toronto high school students On June 5, 2025, the University of Toronto’s Myhal Centre hosted an end-of-semester program symposium experience for […]
BME Research in Action – Professor Margaret Hai-Ling Cheng
Discover how Professor Margaret Hai-Ling Cheng is pushing the boundaries of medical imaging. Her research focuses on non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques that go far beyond traditional diagnostics—delving into the cellular, molecular, and physiological levels of the body.
Professor Paul Santerre receives McMaster University honourary degree
From foundational work in evidence-based medicine to the cutting edge of AI in business, McMaster is recognizing nine extraordinary individuals for their accomplishments and contributions at this year’s spring convocation ceremonies.
BME Student receives Connaught PhDs for Public Impact Fellowship Program
The Connaught PhDs for Public Impact Fellowship Program offers U of T doctoral students an opportunity to explore the world of public scholarship.
Three BME Students Awarded CIHR Doctoral Research Scholarships
Three BME Students Awarded CIHR Doctoral Research Scholarships Three doctoral students from the University of Toronto’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) have received the highly competitive Canadian Institutes of Health […]
Professor Leo Chou awarded Ontario Early Researcher Award to advance vaccine and immunotherapy delivery
Professor Leo Chou awarded Ontario Early Researcher Award to advance vaccine and immunotherapy delivery Professor Leo Chou has received an Early Researcher Award from the Government of Ontario to support […]
Professor Milica Radisic receives a Governor General’s Innovation Award
Professor Milica Radisic (BME, ChemE) is one of six recipients nationwide of a 2025 Governor General’s Innovation Award. These national awards celebrate exceptional Canadians for their excellence in innovation, and their contributions in helping to shape the future and positively impact quality of life.
BME Research in Action – Professor Jan Andrysek
Discover how Professor Jan Andrysek and the team at the PROPEL Lab are engineering a better future for people with lower-limb impairments. From innovative prosthetic and orthotic devices to developing rehabilitation systems, their research is transforming mobility, balance, and quality of life for individuals around the world.
Celebrating the 41st Student Research Conference (ToBE)
Celebrating the 41st Student Research Conference (ToBE) On May 9, 2025, the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto hosted the Toronto Biomedical Engineering Conference (ToBE), one of […]
Two BME MASc students receive Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence
Congratulations to incoming MASc students Isha Sharma (Supervisor: Daniel Franklin) and Mathew Szymanowski (Supervisor: Jose Zariffa) on receiving the prestigious Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence.
Samantha Unger receives Teaching Assistant Award
Samantha Unger, a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering, has received the Teaching Assistant (TA) Award. Since 2020, she has supported ESC180 and ESC190, consistently earning top marks for clarity and helpfulness. Known for making complex concepts accessible to all learners, she also designed and taught Physiology from the Inside Out for the DEEP Summer Academy and has contributed to designing education as a TA.
Engineered cardiac microtissues improve regenerative effectiveness
Engineered cardiac microtissues improve regenerative effectiveness A team of researchers, led by Professor Milica Radisic at the University of Toronto’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME), has developed a new approach […]
BME Research in Action – Professor Leo Chou
At the Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Toronto, Professor Leo Chou is developing self-assembling molecular technologies to improve disease diagnostics, therapy, and personalized medicine. His team combines DNA nanotechnology, protein engineering, and computational design to create programmable molecular systems with potential applications in cancer immunotherapy and cellular diagnostics.
4 BME faculty members receives Connaught Innovation Awards in 2024-25 cycle
Aereas Aung, Michael Garton, Aaron Wheeler, and Paul Yoo are four of the BME faculty members among eighteen researchers at the University of Toronto are receiving 2024-25 Connaught Innovation Awards in support of their impactful research.
Building bridges through the Graduate Mentorship Program
Building bridges through the Graduate Mentorship Program Graduate school is an exciting yet challenging journey. Unlike undergraduate education, where coursework is structured and assignments have clear deadlines, graduate students must […]
Milica Radisic elected fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Professor Milica Radisic is one of six recipients nationwide of a 2025 Governor General’s Innovation Award. These national awards celebrate exceptional Canadians for their excellence in innovation, and their contributions in helping to shape the future and positively impact quality of life.
Q&A: Why CCRM invests in future biomedical engineers
Q&A: Why CCRM invests in future biomedical engineers As a leader in regenerative medicine commercialization in Canada, CCRM is committed to fostering the next generation of innovators in the field. […]
Q&A: Why KITE-UHN invests in future biomedical engineers
Q&A: Why KITE-UHN invests in future biomedical engineers The KITE Research Institute at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute-part of the University Health Network (UHN)-is committed to shaping the future of rehabilitation […]
Q&A: Why Fujifilm VisualSonics Invests in Future Biomedical Engineers
Q&A: Why Fujifilm VisualSonics invests in future biomedical engineers For more than 25 years, Fujifilm VisualSonics has been at the forefront of ultra-high frequency ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging, revolutionizing biomedical […]
Two U of T Biomedical Engineering Professors Renew Canada Research Chairs
Azadeh Yadollahi (left), a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Cardiorespiratory Engineering, and Aaron Wheeler (right), a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Microfluidics Bioanalysis, are among 179 researchers across […]
BME graduate student receives Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award
Mohammadamir (Amir) G. Moghaddam has been named as the recipient of the 2025-26 Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award, recognizing his outstanding academic achievements and leadership. This prestigious award, established in honour of former U of T Vice-President and Provost Professor Adel S. Sedra, is given annually to a doctoral student who exemplifies excellence in research and extracurricular leadership.