Posts Tagged: Molecular Engineering
Dr. Michael Garton leads a research lab integrating generative AI, protein design, and stem cell biology to develop new gene and cell therapies. His team is engineering stem cell-derived tissues with enhanced survival and therapeutic functions, with the long-term goal of creating curative treatments for thousands of currently untreatable diseases.
At the Lan Lab, led by Professor Freeman Lan, tiny droplets are unlocking big breakthroughs. Using ultrahigh-throughput droplet microfluidics, the team can run millions of experiments in parallel, transforming how we study cells, microbes, and the human microbiome.
AI tool improves accuracy and efficiency in microscopy image analysis Professor Rodrigo Fernandez-Gonzalez (pictured middle) at the University of Toronto’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) have developed a new artificial […]
Swallowable sensor offers simpler way to monitor gut inflammation Researchers at the University of Toronto, Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School have developed a swallowable, low-cost device that changes colour […]
Four BME core faculty members receive CIHR Project Grant funding Four core faculty members from the University of Toronto’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) have received funding from the Canadian […]
The Discovery Grant program supports researchers exploring new frontiers to address critical challenges, including environmental protection, food security, and sustainable construction in cold climates. It seeks to sustain a diverse and high-quality research ecosystem in the natural sciences and engineering at Canadian universities, foster excellence, and create an engaging environment for research training.
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 Leo Chou awarded Ontario Early Researcher Award to advance vaccine and immunotherapy delivery May 14, 2025 Share on Email Share on LinkedIn Professor Leo Chou has received an Early […]
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.
Professor Jonathan Rocheleau, a researcher at the University Health Network (UHN) and the Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME), has received a $100,000 grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to explore a crucial aspect of insulin release—a process essential for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.
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