Tag: University of Toronto
“Since I Was a Child, I’ve Wanted to Save the World”
Though he's a fan of fiddle music, this expert in ecology and evolutionary biology has no plans to fiddle while the world burns.
Put The Lab in Your Pocket (Literally)
Computers used to take up entire rooms; now they're microscopic. Work is underway to shrink chemistry and biology labs on much the same scale.
Fictional Stories Produce Real Results
Reading a novel, or binge-watching a fictional drama series, can help strengthen your sense of empathy for others, according to a new study.
What Else Can Robots Help Us Do?
She's determined to push the field of robotics as far as it will go... and to explore as much of our planet as she can.
Keeping Eyes On Those Blue Skies
This engineer didn't reach his dreams of becoming a rock musician or professional soccer player... but did get to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Always A Work In Progress
The status quo is never good enough for this photonics professor, be it society's conception of the universe or the music on his personal playlist.
Mixing Logic and Curiosity
Her research into addiction could save lives, but she's not just focused on the end game: "Work in an area you love... and are proud of."
Genes May Hold the Key to Overcoming Addiction
Studies into the genetic basis of nicotine cravings could one day help curb addictions to cigarettes; or even, potentially, other types of drugs.
