Posts By: Dept. of Civil + Mineral Engineering

Particle Man

Prof. Jeff Siegel studies particle pollution in landmark indoor air quality study Prof. Jeffrey Siegel likens engineers to “people who practice medicine without licenses,” and his research on particle pollution highlights the intersection between civil engineering and health. Prof. Siegel, a cross-appointed faculty…

Eight Ways to Limit Your Exposure to Particle Pollution

It’s all about limiting the effects of combustion and creating ventilation! Avoid burning candles indoors. You may love the smell of your scented candles, but combustion creates particles that compromise your health. Always cook in well-ventilated areas. Buy an overhead vent fan for your oven and keep it…

CivE alumni honoured by industry organizations

Norbert Morgenstern (CivE 5T6) Canadian Academy of Engineering Honorary Fellow Morgenstern has led a distinguished career in Geotechnical engineering. A distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Alberta, he is a member of the Order of Canada and won the Killam Prize in Engineering…

Civil Engineering Student Competes in the Modern Pentathlon at PanAm 2015

A fourth-place finish qualifies her for the 2016 Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro Donna Vakalis, a PhD candidate studying the impact of indoor building environments on public health and productivity, competed in the modern pentathlon for Team Canada. The sport includes competition…

Technology enhanced active learning room

The classrooms of the 21st century Even with a charismatic and engaging instructor, students’ attention and attendance in lectures can wane as the term progresses. In the social media age, learning environments have begun to adapt to students who are always connected…

Kinetica: engineering safer buildings in Toronto, China and worldwide

This story originally appeared on U of T Engineering News. U of T Engineering startup Kinetica is reaching new heights at home and abroad. The company, which designs technology that makes buildings more resistant to earthquakes and high winds, just announced that its products will be incorporated into…

Lassonde Mineral Engineering team wins gold at World Mining Competition

This story originally appeared on U of T Engineering News The Lassonde Mineral Engineering Program team triumphed at the fourth annual World Mining Competition, held from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2015 at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. Students Seung Young Baek…

Oh, Canada! Meet the CivE 8T5 alumnus behind Our Home & Miniature Land

This story originally appeared on U of T Engineering News. U of T Engineering alumnus David MacLean stands in front of Our Home & Miniature Land’s Toronto exhibit. “It’s like watching something I dreamed up come to fruition,” he said. (Photo:…

Get to know Prof. Mason Ghafghazi

Q and A with U of T Engineering’s two newest professors Earlier this month, U of T Engineering welcomed its two newest faculty members. They join a dynamic community, producing world-leading research in their areas of expertise while inspiring and…
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