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“By understanding the underlying genetics of ADHD, we can start to unpack the underlying neurobiology of this disorder," says Jennifer Crosbie (MA 2000, PhD 2004), an assistant professor in the department of psychiatry.

Nov 29, 2018 | Research

First genetic links to ADHD discovered in global study that includes U of T alumni researchers

U of T alumnus Abraham Heifets is the co-founder and CEO of Atomwise, which uses AI to speed drug discovery (photo by Harim Ulfig)

Nov 29, 2018 | Alumni

Co-founder of Atomwise returns to U of T to speak about starting his AI-powered drug discovery business

Pictured L-R: Daniel Robinson (MMus 2018, BMusPerf 2016), Angelo Moretti (3rd year undergrad voice student), Betty Allison (2nd year Doctoral student), and Heidi Duncan (4th year undergraduate voice student).

Nov 28, 2018 | Alumni

U of T Music delights the ear with their first-ever holiday playlist

“Seek out the experiences you think will be enriching to you,” says Edil Ga'al (BA 2018 VIC). “As with anything in life, don’t disqualify yourself” (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 28, 2018 | Alumni

"Dream big," says alumna Edil Ga'al, U of T's globe-trotting new Rhodes Scholar

Poet and U of T Scarborough alumnus Adrian De Leon (BA 2014 UTSC, MTS 2017) released a book of poetry inspired by subway stops (photo by Alexa Battler)

Nov 26, 2018 | Alumni

When “the city becomes the poem”: How an alum is helping a community heal through poetry inspired by TTC subway stops

U of T had hoped to purchase the painting sold at auction Wednesday night, but a determined buyer paid $313,250 for the artwork (photo by Geoffrey Vendeville)

Nov 22, 2018 | Campus

Banting painting of lab where insulin was discovered sells for 10 times more than expected

The men's and women's swimming teams in 1993-1994: Catherine McKenna, now the federal environment minister, is in the second row, second from right (photo courtesy of Byron MacDonald)

Nov 22, 2018 | Alumni

What swimming on U of T's varsity team taught Environment Minister Catherine McKenna

“I never felt bottlenecked or stymied after I graduated," says Enakshi Shah, a U of T alumna who now works at a Toronto software development firm. "There were so many opportunities” (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 20, 2018 | Alumni

In high demand: Why U of T graduates are among the most sought after on the planet

Find Drake's old Degrassi hangouts with a new interactive film map (photo by George Pimentel/WireImage via Getty Images)

Nov 15, 2018 | Campus

Explore Toronto through this interactive film and TV map created by U of T alumni

Students at the University of Toronto Mississauga (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 15, 2018 | Campus

U of T ranked top public university in North America for employability: Times Higher Education

U of T alumna Jayna Hefford scores a goal for team Canada (KPE archives)

Nov 13, 2018 | Alumni

Varsity Blues alum Jayna Hefford inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame

U of T's Multi-Faith Centre, in Koffler House, was founded through the effort of students who approached the university’s senior administration in the mid-1990s. It is celebrating its 10th anniversary (photo by Geoffrey Vendeville)

Nov 12, 2018 | Campus

Celebrating U of T's "rich mosaic" of religions: Multi-Faith Centre marks its 10th anniversary

Elena Kagan speaks with U of T students who were part of the ceremony procession (photo by Lisa Sakulensky)

Nov 12, 2018 | Volunteer & Awards

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan receives U of T honorary degree

Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland looks on during a service of remembrance at the University of Toronto's downtown campus (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 11, 2018 | Campus

In pictures: Wind, rain add to solemn atmosphere at U of T Remembrance Day events

About to dance the tango or just graduated from U of T? (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 10, 2018 | Alumni

Welcome new alumni! Fall convocation in photos

Rachel McKenna-Marshall of the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design with paintings based on photographs she took of her friends under water

Nov 9, 2018 | Alumni

Meet five impressive graduating students who got the most of their U of T experience

George Myhal was awarded Thursday a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, for his service to the university as a mentor, donor and volunteer (photo by Steve Frost)

Nov 9, 2018 | Volunteer & Awards

More than ever, the world needs leaders and problem-solvers, says alumnus George Myhal in his convocation address

“If you do something really well and you love doing it and you know that it has a purpose,” it becomes a mission, says Convocation head marshal Paul Babiak (photo by Nick Iwanyshyn)

Nov 8, 2018 | Campus

Putting his dramatic skills to work: Paul Babiak, convocation head marshal (video)

Scott Allan Orr, who graduated from U of T in 2014 with a degree in chemical and environmental engineering, is now a lecturer at Oxford University ( photo by Kaunas Art House)

Nov 7, 2018 | Alumni

Neither upbeat nor sombre: U of T alumnus commissioned to compose new carillon piece to mark First World War

From left: William Downe, U of T Chancellor Rose Patten and President Meric Gertler at Tuesday's convocation ceremony (photo by Lisa Sakulensky)

Nov 7, 2018 | Volunteer & Awards

William Downe, leading advocate for gender equality in business, receives honorary degree from U of T

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