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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.
Aug 24, 2026
Temerty Medicine alum Joel Tan (MSc '19) thought his academic career was all but over before being accepted at the University of Toronto — now he's got a PhD from Harvard Medical School, too.
Aug 21, 2026
The Temerty Faculty of Medicine’s newest MD students from the Class of 3T0 reflect on the experiences that led them to medicine, the people and communities that inspire them — and what they hope to bring to their roles as future physicians.
Aug 19, 2026
A framed print gifted to Nancy Tozer (MD ’78) when she was a University of Toronto medical student has found new life with current U of T MD learner Greg Dance, bridging generations through a shared appreciation of compassionate care.

If you have urgent health or safety concerns related to research restart:

Notify your Supervisor or your Joint Health and Safety Contact If you aren't sure who your JHS contact is, you can look them up on the EHS website.
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