Faculty of Health Sciences
Ontario Tech researcher looking to create national Safe Sport handbook
July 26, 2024
Ontario Tech’s Dr. Joseph Gurgis says one of the reasons safe sport goals have not been reached is due the development of dozens of safeguarding initiatives that are intended to support a safe environment, but are not empirically or theoretically driven. Dr. Gurgis is addressing this gap through new research leading to the development of a resource that will provide coherent, effective and proven safe-sport guidelines.
Ontario Tech and Lakeridge Health develop innovative health-care training simulations
July 25, 2024
A powerful learning resource championed by researchers at Ontario Tech University, medical simulation exercises allow health professionals, such as nurses, to develop new competencies related to surgical and emergency situations in a real-life environment without risk to patients or staff.
Participation in Special Olympics linked to reduced risk of diabetes among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
June 28, 2024
New research led by the Faculty of Health Sciences at Ontario Tech University and published in Diabetic Medicine, reveals participation in Special Olympics programming is associated with a significantly lower risk of diabetes among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ontario Tech Student Union honours two instructors with awards for teaching excellence
June 20, 2024
The Ontario Tech Student Union (OTSU) recently presented two exceptional teaching faculty members with Teaching Excellence awards at the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance (OUSA) Partners in Higher Education dinner
Ontario Tech University honours faculty and staff for their exemplary service
May 16, 2024
Over the last 20 years, Ontario Tech University’s reputation for high-quality teaching, student services, work-integrated learning opportunities and overall student satisfaction has grown steadily. This success hinges on the contributions and dedication of a diverse and collaborative community of faculty and staff members.
Ontario Tech research to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities through a $1.25 million gift from the Hann-Kelly family
April 11, 2024
Ontario Tech University is proud to announce the establishment of the Hann-Kelly Family Chair in Disability and Rehabilitation Research, made possible by a generous $1.25 million donation from the Hann-Kelly family.
Ontario Tech students reflect on benefits of work-integrated learning opportunities
March 27, 2024
The Career Bus is just one of many ways that demonstrate Ontario Tech’s longstanding belief in the value of student-focused educational options that deliver practical, hands-on experiences as a major component of every university program.
Ontario Tech post-doctoral research fellow receives new federal funding to help older Canadians fight back pain and arthritis
March 22, 2024
Dr. Jessica Wong, a post-doctoral research fellow at Ontario Tech University who focuses on addressing unmet health-care needs in older adults with back pain and arthritis, is hoping to uncover new strategies to address this global program.
Top marks: Ontario Tech named Canada’s Research University of the Year
December 07, 2023
Ontario Tech University’s impressive reputational trajectory for top-notch research continues with a fresh distinction as Canada’s Research University of the Year for 2023.
Partnership between Ontario University and Grandview Kids helping advance the field of childhood disability research
November 27, 2023
Longstanding community partners Ontario Tech University and Grandview Kids are hoping to better understand the barriers, biases and inequities faced by children and youth with developmental concerns when they are waiting for and accessing pediatric rehabilitation.
Ontario Tech researchers exploring healthy, active transportation strategies and solutions for urban spaces
November 10, 2023
Led by Ontario Tech University Faculty of Health Sciences researcher Dr. Shilpa Dogra, a team from the City of Oshawa and Durham Region recently travelled to Denmark for an international immersive five-day workshop, hosted by the Toronto-based organization 8 80 Cities. 8 80 Cities seeks to create healthier, equitable, and sustainable cities for all people.
Ontario Tech grad student Michael Watterworth wins national award for master’s thesis
October 20, 2023
A pair of Ontario Tech students garnered national attention for their scholarship and research at the Association of Canadian Ergonomists conference held in early October in Burlington, Ontario.
Transformational research, in your community: Ontario Tech’s local R&D enterprise builds global influence
October 19, 2023
This Fall, Ontario Tech is recognizing a new cohort of Research Excellence Chairs for their high-quality research and career achievements that are widening the university’s global influence.
Tech with a conscience: How excellence in strategic research at Ontario Tech is driving the future
September 12, 2023
This summer, there’s further evidence of Ontario Tech’s powerful upward research trajectory after Canada’s research funding Tri-agencies announced a further $5.03 million in new grants for 30 new multidisciplinary projects being led by dozens of the university’s faculty experts.
Spending summer vacation competing on the international stage: Ontario Tech students representing Canada at a World Championship event
August 05, 2023
Ontario Tech University will have strong representation overseas as they compete for Canada at the International Baton Twirling Federation’s Nations Cup and World Championship in Liverpool, England from August 4 to 13.
Ontario Tech announces 2023 Joyce Family Foundation Success Award recipients
July 21, 2023
Over Ontario Tech’s first two decades, the university has established a culture of community support for student success through a growing base of philanthropic groups and individuals. Among these generous organizations is The Joyce Family Foundation, a private, family foundation created by the late Canadian entrepreneur Ronald V. Joyce, whose philanthropy reflected a deep-rooted sense of responsibility to give back to his community.
Ontario Tech University PhD candidates advancing talent identification and mental performance research in sports
July 21, 2023
New research at Ontario Tech University has the potential to improve the way Canada’s top athletes are identified, selected, and supported to help them achieve their highest potential. Faculty of Health Sciences (FHSc) PhD candidates Garrett Blakey and Bryan McLaughlin are leading innovative research in the fields of talent identification and mental-performance consulting that could improve sports organization practices and advance the playing field for elite athletes.
Introducing Ontario Tech University’s 2023-2024 major scholarship recipients
July 18, 2023
Each year, seven outstanding incoming students are awarded our most prestigious entrance scholarships. Our scholarship program serves to recognize secondary school students with exceptional achievements in academics, leadership and community involvement throughout their high school career.
Ontario Tech research project generates creation of life-saving PulsePoint Respond app
June 23, 2023
DRRRC sought active community engagement by incorporating the perspectives of patients, and experts from Ontario Tech University, pre-hospital care, emergency medicine, public health, the Durham District School Board, long-term care facilities and industry. One of the outcomes from the collaborative is PulsePoint Respond, a 911-connected app operated by the City of Oshawa that can immediately inform you of emergencies occurring in your community and request your help when CPR is needed nearby.
Ontario Tech researcher helping champion global access to rehabilitation services
June 01, 2023
Dr. Pierre Côté is a longtime advocate for the building and expansion of international rehabilitation services. He played an important role with the preparation of the WHO’s resolution to ‘strengthen rehabilitation in health systems globally’ which was formally adopted by the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland on May 27.
Recognizing the exemplary achievements and contributions of Ontario Tech University faculty and staff
May 30, 2023
Over the last 20 years, Ontario Tech University’s reputation for high-quality teaching, student services, work-integrated learning opportunities and overall student satisfaction has grown steadily. This success hinges on the contributions and dedication of a diverse and collaborative community of faculty and staff members who make an outstanding impact at the university.
Ontario Tech University Health Sciences PhD candidate helping Toronto Blue Jays keep their eye on the ball
May 25, 2023
Matthew McCue, who is completing his PhD in Health Sciences (Kinesiology), has hit a home run of sorts when it comes to high-level sports research. After starting his master’s degree research (also in Kinesiology) into the gaze behaviour of athletes, he was hired in 2020 by the Toronto Blue Jays as a Scouting Assistant, giving him access to evaluate major league Blue Jays batters and minor league prospects as part of his research.
Ontario Tech research collaboration developing simulated medical training technology for physicians in remote locations
May 25, 2023
Ontario Tech University researcher and Canada Research Chair in Health Care Simulation Dr. Adam Dubrowski says that new simulation technology may have the potential to help doctors hone their skills in their own practice without leaving their patients unattended.
