A Message from Dean Cristina Amon
As the premier Engineering school in Canada, and among the very best in the world, our facilities need to support our excellence in research, collaboration and education. In this issue of The Engineering Newsletter, we highlight how we are rethinking space to meet current and future needs.
We have added more than 2,000 Net Assignable Square Meters (NASMs) and spent approximately $30 million in the creation of three key spaces: 1) The Lassonde Mining Building attic was transformed into a space for undergraduate labs, graduate students and seminars; 2) BioZone has renovated lab space and added a fourth-floor rooftop in Wallberg; and, 3) the UTIAS Microsatellite Science and Technology Centre is a new facility that will accommodate research, fabrication and education activities. These are just a few examples of how the Faculty is strategically adding to our space.
The Faculty space audit conducted in 2009 highlighted that approximately 70% of our facilities required some sort of upgrade. Since that time, we have worked to improve the quality of our space as well as increase its functionality. Examples include the creation of a Student Services Centre for MIE; the remodelling of SF1105 (Lecture Theatre); and the IBBME Undergraduate Bio-Engineering Teaching Lab. Additional infrastructure renovations in Galbraith, Mechanical, as well as other buildings are underway. We are working diligently to bring our facilities up to the standards expected of a world-class institution.
In an effort to create more space for our growing U of T Engineering community, we are also working toward a plan to construct a new engineering building on the parking lot behind Simcoe/Convocation Hall. While still in the early stages, this exciting opportunity will be a cornerstone of our Boundless philanthropic campaign.
I look forward to working with you as we continue to improve our infrastructure and space.
March 1, 2012
Volume 5, Issue 6
In this issue:
Spotlight On: Space
What's New
Honours and Awards
Research
Governance
Engineering Events
In the News
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Spotlight On: Space
Site 10: Faculty Seeks to Construct Engineering BuildingU of T Engineering to break ground on new building in the next five years Room for InnovationLearn how the Faculty is renewing its infrastructure |
What's New
Engineering Professor Develops Microfluidic Chips For Bitumen Gas Analysis
Device created by Professor David Sinton (MIE) could save time and money for oil/gas industry
Students Share Ideas and Insights at Dean's Student Town Hall
Students and members of the Faculty come together to improve undergraduate learning and experience
Eight Ways to Improve Society, the Economy and the Environment
NSERC Strategic Project Grants support environmentally friendly plastic and light sources that make computers 1,000 times faster
Two U of T Engineers Recognized as Rising Stars in Global Health
Grand Challenges Canada award $100,000 grants to support international health projects
NSBE Inspires the Next Generation of Black Engineers
Members of U of T's National Society of Black Engineers discuss how they are engaging engineers of tomorrow
Students Elect New Engineering Society Officers
U of T Engineering welcomes new leaders for student government
IBBME Professor Appointed Vice-President of Research and Director of the Bloorview Research Institute
Tom Chau (IBBME) to lead research program at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
OEC Brings Out Engineering Students from Across Ontario to U of T
Top Ontario engineering students challenged in design, innovation and communication at Ontario Engineering Competition
Honours and Awards
University of Toronto Professors Win John C. Polanyi Award
Professors Brendan Frey (ECE) and Ben Blencowe (Medicine) recognized for cracking the genetic code
Professor Elected ASME Fellow
Professor David A. Steinman (MIE/IBBME) honoured for exceptional engineering achievements by American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Five Engineering Professors Elected Fellows of AAAS
Professors Sanjeev Chandra (MIE), Andrew Goldenberg (MIE), Chul Park (MIE), Michael Sefton (ChemE/IBBME) and Paul Young (CivE) elected Fellows of the American Association for Advancement of Science
Save the Date! Celebrating Engineering Excellence Reception
Dean Cristina Amon invites all faculty and staff to attend the 5th annual Celebrating Engineering Excellence Reception on Wed., April 18, 2012, 4-6 pm in GB202. Join us in celebrating another outstanding year for the Faculty, with honours, awards and major research grants.
Rsvp by April 11 to Jeanne Houston
Phone: 416-978-6724 / reception.engineering@ecf.utoronto.ca
Research
2012 CFCAS Grants Competition – Call for Proposals
Deadline: March 2, 2012
Panel Discussion and Open Forum on CIHR
On March 8, 2012, Professor Paul Young (CivE), Vice-President, Research, invites members the research community to learn more about programs and strategic initiatives
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation – Letter of Inquiry
Deadline: March 27, 2012
New Industrial R&D Fellowships
Deadline: March 31, 2012
Soldier Systems Technology Roadmap – Call for Proposals
Academia, industry and government to propose R&D and technology solutions
Governance
The Faculty Council meetings take place from 12:10 to 2 pm in the Michael E. Charles Council Chamber. The 2012 meeting dates are:
- Wed., March 7, 2012
- Thurs., April 26, 2012
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To submit events, please contact: liz.do@utoronto.ca
In the News
U of T Engineers Spotlighted in The Toronto Star and The National Post
Make sure to pick up today's Toronto Star to read about the engineering innovations of Professors Goldie Nejat (MIE), David Zingg (Director, UTIAS), PhD candidate James Dou (ECE) and PhD graduate Michael Montgomery (CivE). And look out for more U of T Engineering news in tomorrow's National Post, in celebration of National Engineering Month
Use of Microfluidic Chips A First in Bitumen-Gas Analysis
U of T researchers develop a process to analyze the behaviour of bitumen in reservoirs using a microfluidic chip, a tool commonly used in medical diagnostics
U of T Engineering Professor Leads Development of Next Generation Battery
Professor Aleksandar Prodic (ECE) partners with Sendyne Corporation to create more sustainable battery storage systems
Toronto Transit: Lessons from the Past
Professor Eric Miller (CivE) gives expert comment on the TTC
Making the Healthcare System More Efficient
Professor Michael Carter (MIE) gives expert comment to the Business News Network
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The Engineering Newsletter is a monthly summary of key headlines, events and opportunities for faculty and staff in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering. If you have questions or comments, please contact: liz.do@utoronto.ca.
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