Research

The University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine and our nine fully affiliated hospitals bring together one of the largest communities of health researchers in the world. More than 1,900 principal investigators in 26 academic departments conducted over $1 billion in research last year. Together, we are leading research innovation to do what can't be done, and improving the health of people and populations around the globe.

Realizing the Potential of Toronto's Health Research Ecosystem

The Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) is home to Canada's leading hospital-based research institutes together with the University of Toronto. This virtual panel discussion explores the progress that has been made and the work yet to be done in breaking down barriers to research collaboration across the network.

Research Fundamentals Newletter

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Apr 27, 2026

Tanz Centre research uncovers role of random protein formations in driving neurodegenerative disease

A new study from the University of Toronto suggests that different strains of a misfolded protein can arise randomly, even under identical conditions, driving the development of different neurodegenerative disease.

Apr 25, 2026

Toronto team leads first-in-Canada case of sustained HIV remission

A team of clinicians and researchers at U of T, University Health Network and Unity Health Toronto have reported the first Canadian case of sustained HIV remission — and possible cure — in a 62-year-old man who received a bone marrow transplant to treat cancer.

Apr 24, 2026

Alum writes children's book inspired by placement in Madagascar

Kristen Tsai (MScOT ’24) was inspired to write a children's book after her occupational therapy student placement at the Sunrise Centre in Nosy Be, Madagascar.