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 7, 2026

U of T unveils design for Temerty Building

The University of Toronto has unveiled the design of its new Temerty Building — a landmark hub for research and education that will bring together researchers, learners and clinicians to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in human health.

Apr 6, 2026

Smartwatches could predict risk of hospitalization due to heart failure: Toronto study

A new study led by researchers at University Health Network and the University of Toronto shows that data from a consumer smartwatch can detect early signs of worsening heart failure — days to weeks before unplanned medical care is needed.

Apr 2, 2026

Advocate to impact: how one alumna turned her passion into a career

When Connie Putterman joined U of T’s Translational Research Program as a mature student with a deep interest in autism, she wasn’t sure she belonged. But what she lacked in traditional research credentials, she made up for in lived experience — and the program showed her just how valuable that could be.