U of T ENGINEERING

Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering

Awards & Recognition

Christian Pavlidis (Supplied photo)

PhD student, Christian Pavlidis, wins Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Project of the Year

By Phill Snel | January 13, 2025

Sara Torbatian (supplied photo)

SDG research on campus garners a U of T Student Award

By Phill Snel | December 17, 2024

Celebrating Excellence: Doug Hooton Receives the Katharine and Bryant Mather Member Contribution Award 🏆
ASTM International’s Committee C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates has honored Doug Hooton with the Katharine and Bryant Mather Member Contribution Award at its recent meeting in Orlando, FL.
This prestigious award recognizes C09 members who demonstrate exceptional leadership and technical contributions. Dr. Hooton was celebrated “for his distinguished leadership and significant contributions in multiple C09 roles since 1985, notably advancing standards for concrete and its chemical reactions, and significantly enhancing concrete technology and its practical applications.” 👷‍♂️🔬
🏅 Decades of Dedication
Since 1985, R. Douglas Hooton has been a driving force in improving concrete standards and technology. His work on chemical reactions and durability has revolutionized the field, blending science with real-world applications to enhance construction practices worldwide.
Pictured during the award presentation are Dr. Hooton with C09 Secretary Thomas Greene and C09 Chair Rich S. Szecsy, PhD, PE, FACI, symbolizing the collaborative spirit of advancing concrete standards. 🤝
👏 Congratulations!
Doug Hooton’s work is a reminder of the power of innovation, collaboration, and dedication in shaping the future of construction. Please join us in celebrating his incredible contributions to concrete technology!

Concrete recognition: Professor Emeritus Doug Hooton receives award for leadership and technical contributions

By Phill Snel | December 12, 2024

TORONTO, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 — — Lembit Maimets (CivE 5T6) at his Toronto home on Friday, September 6, 2024. Maimets has won some innovation and invention awards of distinction. (Photo by Phill Snel, CivMin/University of Toronto)

Ninety-eight-year-old alumnus wins coveted Prix Eiffel

By Phill Snel | December 10, 2024

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Biotech startup, Genuine Taste, wins $100K funding

By Phill Snel | December 10, 2024

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CivMin alumni to receive 2024 Arbor Awards

By Phill Snel | November 18, 2024

Grad student’s paper awarded Editor’s Choice by prestigious water journal

By Phill Snel | November 6, 2024

TORONTO, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 — — Lembit Maimets (CivE 5T6) at his Toronto home on Friday, September 6, 2024. Maimets has won some innovation and invention awards of distinction. (Photo by Phill Snel, CivMin/University of Toronto)

Alumnus wins innovation award for sci-fi design

By Phill Snel | October 21, 2024

CivMin students shine at TimberFever 2024 event, placing in the top three teams

By Phill Snel | September 23, 2024

Olugbenga Olubanjo (CivE MASc 1T9)

CivMin alumnus, Olugbenga Olubanjo, to receive Rising Star Award

By Phill Snel | September 18, 2024

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Undergrad wins best overall poster presentation

By Phill Snel | September 3, 2024

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RDH Research Scholarship winners

By Phill Snel | August 1, 2024