Where Research Takes Root
New Grounds – Research Week is a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and community at New College, University of Toronto. Students from across disciplines showcase their work through research posters, presentations and art installations, all while sharing ideas and innovations that are taking root across our academic community.
March 31, April 1 & 2
William Doo Auditorium and outside of Auditorium, New College – 45 Willcocks Street, lower level (Google Maps)
Registration not required!
Highlights for Winter 2026:
- Human Biology Program Poster/ Project Presentation: HMB312 & HMB314
- Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Poster Presentations: BPM381
- NewOne Program Poster/Presentation Projects
- Refreshments
Click below for event details
Human Biology Lab Posters – Tuesday, March 31 & Thursday, April 2
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
9 AM – 12 PM & 1 PM – 4 PM & 5 PM – 8 PM | HMB314H1S – Laboratory in Human Biology
Discover how students in the Human Biology Program took part in a personal fitness project. They will shed light on interesting lifestyle changes and the physiology underpinnings of their improvement in fitness and health.
In addition, they will present an additional project on RT-qPCR (Real-Time Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction), an essential technique used to study gene expression. Their experiments shed light on oxidative stress and potential gene targets to combat disease.
Thursday, April 2, 2026
9 AM – 12 PM & 1 PM – 4 PM | HMB312H1S – Laboratory in Health & Disease
Discover how students in the Human Biology Program are learning about RT-qPCR (Real-Time Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction), an essential technique used to study gene expression. Their experiments shed light on oxidative stress and its connection to disease.
Check out vibrant posters on the experimental process and their key genetic interpretations.
BPM381 Poster Presentation: Wednesday, April 1
10 AM – 1 PM | Student Poster Presentation
Posters will be displayed by students of BPM381:Buddhist Perspectives on Current Social Issues. Drop-in anytime to explore the research.
NewOne Knowledge Fair – Thursday, April 2
2 PM – 4 PM | Student Presentations & Projects
Join us for an afternoon of discovery and inspiration at our Art, Science, Tech & Food Extravaganza! Step into a world of creativity, where NewOne: Learning without Borders student projects bring ideas to life in a vibrant showcase.
Experience a variety of group projects exploring course topics, including:
- Posters and infographics
- Audio and video installations
- Performances
- Multimedia and interactive activities
Explore, engage, and be inspired by the innovative work of our students!
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