CRIS Research Roundup

A weekly digest of research and innovation communications.

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Issue 305: Week of Monday July 13, 2026 – Sunday July 19, 2026

Resources for the Research & Innovation Community

Apply for the Data Sciences Institute Emergent Data Sciences Program
Original Communication – University of Toronto Data Sciences Institute: July 16, 2026 
Through the Emergent Data Sciences Program, the DSI funds leading researchers to galvanize, support, and advance data science work in key interdisciplinary areas where the University of Toronto excels or has the potential to excel. Primary funded activities should prioritize research concentration on leading topics with the objective of building or strengthening communities and linkages within the university. Letter of Intent deadline: November 20, 2026

DH@UofT Co-Working Space Call for Applications
Original Communication – Digital Humanities Biweekly: A Newsletter from DH@UofT: July 15, 2026 
U of T faculty members, from any unit, who are leading digital humanities research projects are invited to apply to use the DH@UofT Co-Working Space, located in the Jackman Humanities Building (JHB room 222) on the St George Campus, to meet with collaborators, students, and others working with them on DH projects. This is a shared space (with other DH projects), with a bring your own equipment policy. Applications from faculty-led research teams for access to this space are being accepted now.

2026/27 Creative Destruction Lab Program
Original Communication – UTE Weekly Digest: July 14, 2026 
Creative Destruction Lab is a free program for founders developing science or tech-based ventures, helping them grow their innovations and move from the lab to the economy—with mentorship from a global network of entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers.

Find Your Inner Founder
Original Communication – Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences: July 13, 2026 
As a humanities early career scholar, your skills are in demand in today’s competitive job market and are highly transferable across many industries and roles. Find Your Inner Founder, hosted by the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences teaches you how to position your skills to achieve meaningful employment and professional growth.

News, Information & Updates

News

U of T partnership with Cohere sets the stage for responsible AI adoption at scale
Original Communication – U of T News: July 16, 2026 
The University of Toronto is advancing its commitment to responsible artificial intelligence adoption at scale through an ambitious multi-year partnership with Cohere, a Canadian-founded, Toronto-based global leader in sovereign AI. This collaboration will help U of T meet a defining moment by taking ownership of its AI future.

U of T, together with McMaster, announces early-stage life sciences venture fund with Genesys Capital
Original Communication – UTE Weekly Digest: July 14, 2026 
U of T, McMaster University, Venture Ontario and Genesys Capital have launched the Genesys University Seed Fund, a new early-stage life sciences venture fund. With $30 million+ already secured, it aims to help more Ontario startups stay and grow in Canada.

2026 SSHRC Storytellers Challenge Winners Announced
Original Communication – UTSC Research & Innovation Newsletter: July 6, 2026 
Congratulations to Kathleen Motluk, PhD Candidate in Geography from the University of Toronto, named as one of the top researchers in the 2026 SSHRC Storytellers Challenge. This annual competition challenges postsecondary students to demonstrate how SSHRC-funded research is making a difference in the lives of Canadians.

Information & Updates

Upcoming changes to your U of T sign-in experience
Original Communication – The Bulletin Brief: July 15, 2026 
Beginning Aug. 7, the University of Toronto will update the U of T sign-in experience to provide more consistent authentication while strengthening account security. You may notice changes to multi-factor authentication, browser sign-in sessions and the removal of the “Keep me signed in” option. Learn what is changing, what to expect and whether you need to take any action.

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