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 1,600 principal investigators in 26 academic departments conducted $916 million 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

Core Facilities & Services

Grant Development Services

Jul 7, 2025

Alumni Profile: Aura Kagan on a lifetime of advocacy and care for people living with aphasia

Aura Kagan (PhD ‘99, Institute of Medical Science) is the former executive director of the Aphasia Institute in Toronto and long-time advocate for people living with aphasia. Kagan recently made history as the first-ever speech-language pathologist to be appointed a member of the Order of Canada.

Jul 7, 2025

Community and connection

Jason Shack (MD ’00, PGME Family Medicine) has dedicated 20+ years to rural medicine across northern Canada, emphasizing education, community care, and mentoring future medical professionals.

Jul 7, 2025

UTM’s Ghazal Fazli named inaugural Novo Nordisk Research Chair in Social and Environmental Determinants of Health

In her new role, Fazli plans to address the systemic contributors to Type 2 diabetes by partnering with communities to support prevention, improve early detection and influence policies that reduce health inequities.