Faculty of Business and Information Technology
Ontario Tech University research pioneering virtual reality health-care training
October 15, 2019
An Ontario Tech University research team is exploring the practical potential of VR, where the user is completely immersed within a 3D computer generated world; as well as ‘augmented reality’ (AR), where digital and graphic elements are added to the real physical space to augment objects comprising it.
Ontario Tech University’s leadership in AI education preparing students for cybersecurity careers
October 09, 2019
The Vector Institute, a collaborative research centre on AI in Canada, recently added Ontario Tech University's Master of Information Technology Security – Artificial Intelligence in Security (MITS-AIS) specialization to its list of recognized master’s programs in AI. This recognition not only gives MITS-AIS students access to the Vector Institute’s publications, contacts, research and programming, but also allows them to compete in an exclusive pool for the Vector Scholarship in AI (VSAI), established in collaboration with the Province of Ontario in 2017.
Why accounting is about far more than crunching numbers in isolation
September 20, 2019
Many outsiders assume accountants are 24/7 math nerds with no interest in anything beyond numbers and balance sheets, locked into a boring and tedious career. But Ontario Tech researcher John Friedlan, PhD, says these myths could not be further from the truth.
Ontario Tech University strengthens international ties with Australian agreement
August 27, 2019
With long-established research relationships throughout the eastern Greater Toronto Area and across the province, Ontario Tech University boasts an expanding international research portfolio. Adding to dozens of global partnerships, it’s exploring stronger ties Down Under with counterparts at University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
Ontario Tech University researchers on the leading edge of emerging technologies research
August 12, 2019
More than 30 researchers at Ontario Tech will share more than $1.82 million in new funding for various projects aimed at helping us understand some of the biggest challenges Canadians face
Ontario Tech University researchers applaud federal commitment on equity, diversity and inclusion
June 27, 2019
On May 8, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Sport announced Ontario Tech University as one of 15 recipients of an EDI Institutional Capacity Building Grant,
Ontario Tech University salutes 2019 Convocation medal winners
June 14, 2019
As Ontario Tech University reflects on the conclusion of the 2018-2019 academic year, the Board of Governors and the Office of the Provost salute the outstanding achievements of this year’s faculty medal winners and special award winners.
Ontario Tech students deploy interactive virtual reality to ‘visualize’ invisible radiation
June 12, 2019
As part of their final-year capstone (senior thesis) projects at Ontario Tech University, two groups of Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science students demonstrated how interactive virtual reality can visualize ionizing radiation through simulated measurements.
Ontario Tech’s English Language Centre embraces campus integration
June 04, 2019
Ontario Tech's English Language Centre (ELC) program places students in relevant language-learning contexts and real-life situations, providing them with opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed in post-secondary education and in a multicultural world.
Dr. Les Jacobs appointed Ontario Tech University’s Vice-President, Research and Innovation
May 29, 2019
Administrative leader and data science applications expert Dr. Les Jacobs becomes Ontario Tech University's new Vice-President of Research and Innovation on July 1.
Two-thousand grads and four honorary doctorates to highlight Ontario Tech University’s 2019 Convocation
May 28, 2019
Family and friends will cheer on more than 2,000 new graduates as Ontario Tech University recognizes and celebrates the Class of 2019 during four ceremonies on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7.
Ontario Tech recognizes International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
May 17, 2019
Each year on May 17, millions around the world come together to recognize the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). Created in 2004, IDAHOTB draws attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.
Ontario Tech President signs new equity, diversity and inclusion charter
May 09, 2019
Ontario Tech University proudly joins universities across Canada to advance institutional equity, diversity and inclusion, with the signing of the Dimensions charter. The charter was announced today by the Honourable Kirsty Duncan. The goal is to have Canadian institutions endorse the charter and commit to helping drive deeper cultural change within the research ecosystem.
Ontario Tech University experts sharing high-tech discoveries on the international stage
May 06, 2019
From Saturday, May 4 to Thursday, May 9, Ontario Tech researchers will share their latest findings at the Association for Computing Machinery’s (ACM) 2019 Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems. The ACM CHI Conference in Glasgow, Scotland is the premier annual international conference on research into latest interactive technologies.
Ontario Tech University sharpens its focus on ‘technology with a conscience’
May 03, 2019
What does it mean to develop technology with a conscience? What are our obligations to using technology responsibly? How can we improve the designs of new technological innovations while carefully considering their societal impact? On May 2, leading experts explored these questions and more during Ontario Tech University’s 2019 Futures Forum: ‘The Future of Tech with a Conscience’.
How do we ensure smart tech improves the human condition?
April 18, 2019
On Thursday, May 2, Ontario Tech University will explore the latest discoveries and issues at the intersection of humans and technology.
Dawn of a new era: Say hello to Ontario Tech University
March 27, 2019
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology will begin writing a new chapter in the coming months as it transitions to a distinct new brand. Between now and the start of the next academic year in September, the campus will transform into Ontario Tech University. The university will sport a new look and feel with an exciting new visual identity and market positioning.
Enhancing school retention rates in remote communities through mobile technology applications
March 13, 2019
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) recently awarded new grants to seven researchers and their project co-applicants, representing four faculties at the university.
QA Consultants and ACE putting new automotive software to the ultimate tests
March 13, 2019
Companies like award-winning software testing and quality assurance provider QA Consultants (QAC) of Toronto, Ontario are turning to ACE, the internationally renowned research and development (R and D) centre at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, to marry their software testing leadership with ACE’s world-leading integrated testing capabilities for both physical and digital systems in vehicles.
Graduate research in the spotlight March 20 at Three Minute Thesis finals
March 04, 2019
On March 19 and 20, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will put the spotlight on graduate student research as candidates for master’s degrees and PhDs publicly share their discoveries during the annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition.
Dr. Carolyn McGregor’s AI big data analytics platform to assess human performance in any weather condition
February 15, 2019
The study to demonstrate pre-deployment acclimation strategies and techniques in extreme environments is being led by international health informatics expert Carolyn McGregor, AM, PhD, Research Excellence Chair in Health Informatics, and Professor with the university’s Faculty of Business and Information Technology .
Government of Canada ensures Canada’s research community is as diverse as our country
February 11, 2019
On February 11, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Sport, unveiled the draft Made-in Canada Athena SWAN Charter, and announced the creation of a new fund to foster equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in research. The federal announcement was made at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
University launches Brilliant Catalyst: a new gateway to entrepreneurship and innovation
December 18, 2018
As a champion of innovative and entrepreneurial culture, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology offers an exciting new ‘collaboration and collision’ space for creating new business ideas. At Brilliant Catalyst, students, faculty, business and community organizations will accelerate the development of new ideas, business ventures and innovations.
