This event has passed. As a practical field, engineering has often preferred a utilitarian approach to ethics. However, in a world of automation and artificial intelligence, such an approach may be unequal to the task. To overcome this, we need to reframe our thinking through an ethical lens. Doing so entails building a robust and […]
This event has passed. Despite ongoing advances in the healthcare industry, disparities in health outcomes continue to pose increasingly complex moral and ethical dilemmas.How can we leverage our knowledge of human factors and health disparities to improve the delivery of care? On March 8, International Women's Day, join us as we explore Professor Alfred's innovative […]
*This event is postponed. We hope to reschedule this event for a later date, and we will be sure to keep you updated once we know more. We apologize for the inconvenience.* In society, the growing demands placed on individuals are becoming increasingly more complex and challenging to handle. However, hands-on learning opportunities can help […]
Ignite your curiosity and dive into the captivating world of non-invasive brain-computer interfaces with Professor Tom Chau at the next Skule Lunch & Learn event on October 11th, 2023. Hear how new breakthroughs and clinical applications are opening doors of inclusion for children and youth with disabilities. Register now and be part of an […]
On November 8th, 2023, join us for an exclusive Skule™ Lunch & Learn featuring 2023 EAN Award Winner, Professor Alison McGuigan. Aging populations and chronic diseases are posing unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems. McGuigan's groundbreaking work on artificial tissues offers transformative opportunities to revolutionize drug development, personalized therapies, and predictive disease detection. Secure your spot […]
Picture this: A future where the latest AI language capability offers accessible talk therapy at any time, in any location. Professor Jonathan Rose'sresearch into Natural Language Processing and applications in mental health includes a widely used behaviour-change chatbot to aid smokers in their path to quitting. In this presentation, he will present insights from the […]
One of the greatest challenges facing the world is the need for efficient, affordable and sustainable healthcare. This has become more complicated in recent years due to antimicrobial resistance, a deadly global health threat. In her presentation, Professor Weckman will discuss innovations that could help us overcome these challenges, including diagnostic sensors that combine cell-free […]
Computer-aided design (CAD) is used to conceptualize every manufactured object in our lives, from medical devices to cars to toys to furniture, and promises faster and higher-quality design. As CAD platforms align with software development tools that foster collaboration, a pivotal question emerges: Can the highly collaborative design processes of software development be applied to […]
Register now! We spend approximately 90% of our lives indoors, making the quality of our indoor air crucial to our well-being. The indoor microbiome-comprising bacteria, fungi and viruses-plays a significant role in our health. Changing climate patterns, such as wet weather and flooding, along with materials like carpet and drywall, are creating mold growth and […]
Register now! Metal additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is revolutionizing industries by enabling the precise creation of complex parts with unprecedented flexibility. This technology reduces waste, accelerates production and allows for customized designs, making everyday products-such as medical devices and transportation components-more accessible and affordable. As AM continues to evolve, it holds […]
