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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
The road to autonomous vehicle development leads through Ontario Tech University
August 09, 2019
Autonomous vehicle (AV) research is paramount to the future of mobility in the province. But what you may not know is that a lot of the critical research to advance AV technologies is happening right here in your own backyard at Ontario Tech University.
Sign wave discovered at Ontario Tech University
July 26, 2019
Signs of change or a change of signs. Whatever you want to call it, signs of Ontario Tech University’s new brand and logo are quickly becoming noticeable on campus this summer.
Ontario Tech's Dr. Pierre Côté shares health policy research on the international stage
July 16, 2019
Health policy experts from around the globe have been learning plenty this summer from Ontario Tech University’s Dr. Pierre Côté.
Waste watchers: Sewage and cannabis
July 09, 2019
As the cannabis market becomes more firmly entrenched across the country, an Ontario Tech University researcher says Statistics Canada (StatsCan) is going to great depths to study national cannabis consumption rates.
Can technology help uncover new answers on dementia research?
July 08, 2019
The Ontario Tech-Ontario Shores collaboration allows for cutting-edge research to move more quickly into frontline practice and provides frontline careworkers and patients’ family members with an opportunity to present the problems needing solutions.
University team powers the Big Bike for the Heart and Stroke Foundation
July 05, 2019
Onlookers cheered as Ontario Tech University faculty and staff pedalled a 30-seat bike through downtown Oshawa on June 19 as part of the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Big Bike event.
Ontario Tech University creating a great learning environment for older adults
July 02, 2019
Ontario Tech University recently became one of a handful of Canadian universities to receive the Age-Friendly University (AFU) designation from the AFU Global Network. The AFU network includes higher-education institutions around the world endorsing the 10 AFU principles and committing themselves to becoming more age-friendly in their programs and policies. AFU-designated universities like Ontario Tech enrich the student experience and improve the quality of life of older adults in the community.
Educator’s mid-career return to university proves to be a highly rewarding experience
July 02, 2019
Ontario Tech University student Kim Bradley has been at the forefront of innovative pre-elementary school teaching in Ontario since the early 1990s. Now, her accomplishments and commitment to personal learning and professional development have earned her national recognition.
The evidence is clear: Ontario Tech University’s Forensic Science program is among the best
June 28, 2019
Among its signature academic programs, Ontario Tech University’s Forensic Science program has earned a full five-year renewal of its FEPAC accreditation from the American Academy of Forensic Sciences' Forensic Education Programs Accreditation Commission, a distinction first granted to the university’s Faculty of Science in 2014.
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,
Health-care simulation and aquatic environmental biology highlight Ontario Tech’s new Canada Research Chair portfolios
June 19, 2019
Building on its mandate to explore technology for greater societal good, Ontario Tech University’s expanding research portfolio includes two new Canada Research Chairs (CRC).
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.
Regional Chair’s Classic in memory of Roger Anderson celebrates another successful year
June 14, 2019
This year $280,000 was raised to support students in financial need at Ontario Tech University and Durham College (DC), as well as child and youth programs at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences.
Ontario Tech students help drive lakeshore cleanup initiative
June 13, 2019
Ontario Tech University students from the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities (FSSH), along with the FSSH Practicum team and partner organization A Greener Future, spent three hours on May 29 collecting more than 3,000 pieces of litter from the lakefront as part of the Love Your Lake initiative.
Ontario Tech University Dean to play leading role in global invasive species study
June 13, 2019
The United Nations has tapped the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services to lead a three-year global study that will fully assess existing knowledge about invasive alien species and current efforts to control their threats, the first global report of its kind. Ontario Tech University’s Peter Stoett, PhD, Dean of the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, will co-chair the study.
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 graduates reflect on their paths to Convocation
June 07, 2019
Every year about 2,000 Ontario Tech University graduates cross the podium at Convocation to celebrate the pinnacle of their individual academic journeys.
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.
Science breaks out of the lab and into the spotlight at Ontario Tech
May 24, 2019
On May 11, hundreds of children and their families immersed themselves in the world of science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) at Science Rendezvous, an annual free, full-day science festival co-hosted by Ontario Tech University and Durham College. Using science and their imaginations, the young and young-at-heart participated in experiments, make-and-take-projects and demonstrations, while meeting face-to-face with real scientists and asking them questions about their research.
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.
Campus Charity Walk and Run breaks fundraising records in support of high-risk youth outreach program
May 17, 2019
Students, staff and faculty from Ontario Tech University and Durham College broke a record while breaking a sweat during the 11th-annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Boys and Girls Club of Durham (BGCD).
