U of T Black Research Network

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U of T's Black Research Network is an Institutional Strategic Initiative promoting Black research excellence and innovation. #UofT

University of Toronto

Joined January 2022

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U of T Mississauga@UTM · Jul 6

"I wanted to be part of something that didn’t just talk about these issues but actively worked to address the realities for Black people in the health-care system" #UTM student Rayshaun Whyte is developing a database on Black health research 💙 bit.ly/3SdDV1s

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · 4 h

📢 @UofTSGS & @UofTDSI are collaborating to offer an upskilling Data Science Certificate to doctoral students to support their success in their chosen field. Attend tomorrow's online info session. brn.utoronto.ca/event/info-ses…

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U of T Data Sciences Institute (DSI)@UofTDSI · Jul 23

👋@UofT Doctoral Students: Learn data science fundamentals + deploying AI with LLM & gain in-demand skills that can enhance your career opportunities with the Data Science Certificate! No prior knowledge of data science required. 🗓️Apply: Aug 11 🔗uoft.me/DScert-doctoral

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jul 23

Apply for the 2026–27 JHI Faculty Research Fellowships! Centered on the theme "Doubles, Doppelgängers," these year-long awards are open to #UofT faculty in the tenured and continuing appointment streams. 🗓️ Deadline: Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. brn.utoronto.ca/opportunity/20…

uoftbrn's tweet card. The Chancellor Jackman Faculty Research Fellowship (JHIFRF) offers six- and 12-month awards to University of Toronto faculty members in the...

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University of Toronto@UofT · Jul 15

From selling peanuts to saving lives: #UofT researcher @UofT_dlsph & @UofTArtSci Jude Kong uses AI to combat health misinformation across Africa 🌍 uoft.me/bId

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University of Toronto@UofT · Jul 14

Pump up the volume! Artist Jeremy Toussaint-Baptiste “misuses” a tool for crowd dispersal to bring people together @UTM earlier this year. #UofT 🔊 uoft.me/toussaint

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jul 14

The @UofTSchmidt_AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship empowers early-career scholars in STEMM with vital AI tools. 🗓 Join the info session on July 29 to hear from former fellows ahead of the Oct. 8 deadline. #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork brn.utoronto.ca/event/info-ses…

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U of T Data Sciences Institute (DSI)@UofTDSI · Jul 8

Are you a @UofT doctoral student looking to boost data science skills and expand career options? The popular @UofTDSI and School of Graduate Studies’ Data Science Certificate for Doctoral Students will be continued next year—with more spots available! 🔗 uoft.me/bHw

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jul 7

How might future generations look back on current times and practices in society? Akwasi Owusu-Bempah, an associate professor of sociology at @UTM, recently shared his insights on @tvo's The Agenda 📺 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork utm.utoronto.ca/sociology/news…

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jul 3

Maydianne Andrade, University Professor of Biological Sciences @UTSC, has been appointed Dean of the Faculty of Science at York U! A renowned evolutionary ecologist, Andrade is a member of the BRN Steering Committee and co-founder of @CanBlackSci. #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

YYorkU - Science@YorkUScience · Jun 26

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Maydianne Andrade as Dean of York's Faculty of Science for a five-year term starting Jan. 1, 2026. Dr. Andrade joins us from @UofT, and is recognized as an award-winning researcher, equity leader, and science communicator: bit.ly/40qc8iG

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 25

'It’s about making an impact and driving meaningful change': @UTM alum reflects on research, leadership and community 💙 buff.ly/rlCJuh8 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

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University of Toronto@UofT · Jun 24

The Black Students' Association celebrated #UofT’s Class of 2025 at Hart House earlier this month. The annual, student-run "Black Grad" celebration recognizes the resilience, diversity & academic accomplishments of Black students graduating from U of T. 🎉 #UofTGrad25

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 24

June 26 🗓 Join Black at @UTM for the Black Flourishing Summit 2025! Engage in powerful discussions, explore strategies for combating systemic racism, and build stronger and more resilient communities 🤝🏽 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork brn.utoronto.ca/event/black-fl…

uoftbrn's tweet card. Join Black at UTM for the Black Flourishing Summit 2025! This summit, part of the ongoing implementation of the University...

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 19

R. Cassandra Lord, an associate professor of sexuality studies in the department of historical studies @UTM has been named the Black Research Network's acting director 🏫 buff.ly/AfBmyUd #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

uoftbrn's tweet image. R. Cassandra Lord, an associate professor of sexuality studies in the department of historical studies @UTM has been named the Black Research Network's acting director 🏫 buff.ly/AfBmyUd #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

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U of T Arts & Science@UofTArtSci · Jun 18

#UofTGrad25: Athok Abuoi Chol has never let outside challenges — like coming to U of T as a young refugee — impact her stellar academic success. Read more: bit.ly/4e7mABE

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 18

June 19 🗓 Join the MPH in Black Health/@UofT_dlsph program for a fireside chat with NY Times bestselling author Anna Malaika Tubbs. Tubbs will discuss her forthcoming book, "Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us." 📘 #UofT brn.utoronto.ca/event/mph-blac…

uoftbrn's tweet card. Join the Master of Public Health in Black Health program for a fireside chat with Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs, New York...

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 16

The @UofTDSI is accepting applications for its Catalyst Grant! Grants support multidisciplinary Collaborative Research Teams who focus on ethical, equitable data science for social impact. 📌 LOI Deadline: July 11, 2025 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork brn.utoronto.ca/opportunity/ca…

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 11

June 26 🗓 The Department of Physiology in @uoftmedicine will host the symposium, "Black Presence: Decolonizing Research, Teaching, and Health." ✍🏽 Register by June 20! #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork brn.utoronto.ca/event/black-pr…

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U of T Black Research Network@uoftbrn · Jun 9

🔭 Apply for the New Frontiers in Research Fund’s Exploration grants! Offered by the Tri-Agency, undertake research that would defy paradigms & bring disciplines together in unexpected ways. Internal deadline: Aug. 18 💻 buff.ly/HAwUREv #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

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Offered by the Tri-Agency, undertake research that would defy paradigms &amp; bring disciplines together in unexpected ways.

Internal deadline: Aug. 18 💻 buff.ly/HAwUREv #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

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OISEUofT@OISEUofT · Jun 9

Mission accomplished! Congratulations to #OISEGrad25 — Your @OISEAlumFriends community is so very proud and can't wait to see what you do next. 🚀✨ Visit the OISE Convocation Hub for inspiration and opportunities: oise.utoronto.ca/home/convocati… #uoftgrad25

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