"I never get tired of talking about sleep." 💤 #TemertyMed psychiatrist and sleep medicine specialist Michael Mak shares how technology and training are revolutionizing sleep treatment, and why philanthropic support for the field is so important to him. bit.ly/3Z3FLoU

As a doctor, how do you prepare for a medical emergency you might only see once a year? Emergency medicine residents at #TemertyMed train through realistic simulation to practice for exactly those unpredictable moments. Read about how they do it: bit.ly/3N4To4G.

New study led by #TemertyMed's Jen Gommerman and Valeria Ramaglia shows a potential biomarker linked to multiple sclerosis disease progression. This finding could help identify patients most likely to benefit from new drugs. bit.ly/49nNdjA

Wishing you a healthy and peaceful holiday season! ❄️💙 We'll be taking a social media break from December 24th to January 4th. See you in the new year!

Three #TemertyMed researchers — Landon Getz, Notisha Massaquoi and Joel Voth — address why equity in science and medicine is more important than ever, and why they make it a foundation of their work. bit.ly/3KK6S5d

"Scientific inquiry lets us confront structural inequities and develop solutions based on lived experience. I won’t leave science as long as I am committed to justice, inclusion and system transformation," says #TemertyMed Dr. Nicole Woods. bit.ly/4scxtZh

Are we entering a new era of dementia treatment? In this Q&A, Sunnybrook/#TemertyMed neurologists Drs. Sara Mitchell and Mario Masellis talk about the current state of dementia care Canada and available therapies. bit.ly/45cd2lm

What if you're midway through a PhD when you realize that academia isn't for you? For Kyla Alsbury-Nealy, this realization led to co-founding a software company. Read about what it took to chart a new course: bit.ly/3Y52KQh

Araz Sarchami showed an early brilliance for engineering and a lifelong drive to help others. After his sudden passing at age 38, his family established two endowed research awards at #UofT to honour his legacy and support future scientists. bit.ly/3LfL958

New education program in child nutrition is providing up-to-date scientific evidence and practical guidance for health-care providers 🍊 bit.ly/4p2ceXs

"One area of research that fascinates me is how training-related injuries are the leading cause of disability, lost time and attrition from military groups worldwide," says #TemertyMed's Eric Robitaille. bit.ly/4rXswDC

"If we want to make new discoveries and real breakthroughs, that requires a willingness to explore the unexplored..." We spoke to Nobel Prize laureate Jennifer Doudna about the future of science

Many of us have heard that this year's flu shot is not a great match for the circulating strain. Should you still get it? Does it actually provide any protection? #TemertyMed Dr. Anna Banerji addresses flu-related questions in this interview: bit.ly/4s32SgR

The peer review system once protected scientific accuracy. Today, questions are emerging. Who is reviewing the research, how transparent is the process and is the system keeping pace with demand? bit.ly/4qckaWZ

"I stay in science because I believe in truth — the kind you question, test and pursue, even when it’s hard," says #TemertyMed's Anushka Deshmukh. bit.ly/4rXswDC

"I received scholarships and fellowships, so I felt compelled to give back." Arda Minocherhomjee recently established an award in support of pharmacology and toxicology graduate students at #TemertyMed. In this Q&A, we talked to him about his life, career and philanthropy.

Deepfakes are getting harder to spot—and easier to weaponize. SRI Faculty Affiliate Shion Guha shares cues: “too perfect” faces, impossible visual glitches, and audio that’s slightly off. @uoftcompsci.bsky.social @uoftmedicine.bsky.social uoftmedmagazine.utoronto.ca/2026-winter/...

#UofT and Moderna are partnering to advance vaccine science and #TemertyMed postdoc Natalie Edner is one of two researchers to receive Moderna Global Fellowships, which support emerging researchers whose work can improve preparedness and treatment against various diseases. bit.ly/3MENB5H

"Science is a blank canvas, holding equal potential to do good or cause harm," writes #TemertyMed's Betel (Betty) Yibrehu. "I feel a profound responsibility to ensure it is harnessed to improve lives." bit.ly/4rXswDC

Doing scientific work can be mind-bending, confounding and rife with challenges. It can also be a rewarding quest that fills researchers with hope and excitement. Five members of the #TemertyMed community were asked: Why do you stay in science? Read their responses: bit.ly/3L6byCp.

Lunch for Limbs: The Giannini family's journey with fibular hemimelia inspired them to create support for research into rare limb conditions. bit.ly/4acnD3a

“I care more about telling a coherent and compelling story of our discoveries than about whether it’s published in Nature, Cell or Science.” As she awaits the arrival of her second child, postdoc Jinglin Lucy Xie is finishing a resubmission to @Nature. Read her story: bit.ly/44sSYLr

Then & Now: From X-ray diffractometers in the 1970s to phase-contrast microscopes in 2025, the tools have changed but the drive for discovery at @uoft.bsky.social hasn’t. bit.ly/4pzwqRq

#TemertyMed/@UHN.ca researchers develop new, publicly available AI model to analyze ECGs. bit.ly/48yxQ8S

"We are fortunate to share our expertise, but we learn just as much — often more — from our global colleagues." #TemertyMed Dean Lisa Robinson writes about why global engagement is one of our greatest strengths: bit.ly/48xe2CP 🌏

🎉Can't wait to dive into the latest issue of the @uoftmedicine.bsky.social #Magazine! uoftmedmagazine.utoronto.ca/2026-winter/ #MedSky #AImedicine #AI #HealthAI #AIinHealthcare #MedTech

Is science in a golden age or a moment of crisis? #TemertyMed’s Daniel Drucker, who helped lay the foundation for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, believes it is both. As threats to research integrity grow, transparency and reproducibility matter more than ever. bit.ly/4rQi2G3

Thrilled to be part of the @uoftmedicine.bsky.social Magazine spotlight on scientific integrity, especially in AI research, emphasizing the critical importance of reproducibility, data quality, and validation, not just performance metrics. uoftmedmagazine.utoronto.ca/2026-winter/

We recently celebrated the dedication and talent of #TemertyMed staff at the annual Staff Impact and Long Service Awards reception. 💙 bit.ly/3YiAn0T

Now, more than ever, we must stand up for science. In the new issue of #UofTMed magazine, we explore the importance of scientific integrity, progress and transparency. We also did a deep dive into the peer review process – it's a must-read. bit.ly/4aEhMUk

A series of ‘firsts’: How former #TemertyMed professor Barry Rosen helped established gynaecologic oncology training in Kenya. bit.ly/4iUmpMo

If you feel your mental health being affected by the seasonal change, #TemertyMed Dr. Donna Ferguson shares some practical tips for winter wellness.❄️ bit.ly/4s1gN7h

Huge congratulations to Dr. Richard Bazinet on his award at “Lipids in Diet and Health”! A well-deserved recognition of his decades of groundbreaking work on brain lipid metabolism, pushing the frontiers of science and advancing global nutrition research. @uoftmedicine.bsky.social

Emerging DNA-based gene therapies could transform how we understand rare diseases, and offer new treatments. @jeyantvo.bsky.social speaks with @uoftmedicine.bsky.social researcher @rjharding.bsky.social about breakthroughs in Huntington’s disease, tonight at 8pm | Producer: Diego Garcia

Food prices are forecast to increase in 2026 and this is a very concerning trend when we're already dealing with high levels of food insecurity in the country, says #TemertyMed's Dr. Valerie Tarasuk. bit.ly/44UjWeO

As U.S. science and health policies shift rapidly, @uoftlibraries.bsky.social and health librarians across Canada have launched Beyond Borders – a new guide tracking how these changes affect Canadian research, funding and patient care. bit.ly/48Tz9zh

How do you convince young adults scrolling through TikTok to pause… and consider becoming stem cell donors? New study co-led by #TemertyMed MD student Brady Park in @thelancethaem.bsky.social shows short, authentic, fast-paced videos can boost willingness to register as a donor. bit.ly/48m8FGD

After earning a PhD at #TemertyMed, Hamza Arshad is embarking on a new career direction, while still firmly planted in his scientific roots. bit.ly/4oD94t3

Trying to find a family doctor in Ontario with Health Care Connect: why can it be so challenging? #TemertyMed Dr. Tara Kiran explains the complexities in this CBC Ontario Today interview. 🎧 bit.ly/4rx06jz

New PrEP & PEP guidelines show a strong focus on increasing promotion and awareness. Lead author, #TemertyMed Dr. Darrell Tan, discussed the new guidelines and what they mean for prescribers and patients: bit.ly/4oGFy5O.

Researchers at #UofT and Acadia University partnered with @specialocanada.bsky.social to address a major knowledge gap: how concussions affect athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities. bit.ly/44JJACZ

"It’s a pleasure to teach the next generation, to be a project supervisor and to see students to grow academically and find their place in the research or industry community." #TemertyMed's Vanessa Gonçalves shared her thoughts on the role of mentorship at @uoftmedicine.bsky.social. bit.ly/4iwOtFm

Many older adults take five or more medications. Sometimes that’s necessary, but sometimes it’s not. A new tool from deprescribing.org helps clinicians talk openly to patients about which meds are needed and which might not be. bit.ly/4p5suaZ

When #TemertyMed Professor Michael Patlas learned that Ukrainian radiologists had lost access to training after the invasion, he helped build a webinar program that now supports more than 780 clinicians in 450 hospitals across Ukraine. bit.ly/4paWiTJ

20 #UofT community members named among Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women by WXN 🍁 uoft.me/c19

Adham Elsherbini, a second-year #TemertyMed MD student, is one of 11 Canadian students recently selected for a Rhodes Scholarship. “I am definitely excited. I never expected this to be my trajectory,” says Adam. bit.ly/485XnpR

Did you know that if you're a member of the #UofT community, you can get your annual flu shot (and more) from Discovery Pharmacy, right on campus? It's super easy! Make an appointment here: www.discoverypharmacy.utoronto.ca. 💉

“Geriatric oncology should be embedded as standard of care in Canada," says #TemertyMed Dr. Shabbir Alibhai. With our growing and aging population, comprehensive and personalized geriatric care needs to be accessible to all. bit.ly/4oZZBwL

How do gut microbes decide whether to protect us or contribute to disease? #TemertyMed Prof. Arthur Mortha & his team study the body's microbiota to understand why they're harmless for some people but can exacerbate infection or inflammation in others. bit.ly/43OvsIn

Focused ultrasound combined with chemotherapy prolongs survival for people with glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer. bit.ly/4pcswh6