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2025

Inside Textiles: Science, Design & Innovation, Session 2

26 November 2025 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Basement Lecture Room (B-121)
550 University Avenue

Session 2: Engineering Comfort: The Science of Fabric Structures What makes one fabric drape beautifully while another feels structured and strong? This session takes participants into the world of fabric engineering with hands-on swatches to feel and compare. We’ll explore the properties of woven and knitted fabrics, how construction impacts stretch, durability, and comfort, and even uncover the real-world considerations of cost and longevity in bulk production.

Beyond Research: How Design Shapes Products That Matter

19 November 2025 14:30 - 16:00 PM
2nd Floor Auditorium, 2-014
550 University Ave.

Why do so many ground-breaking, research-based innovations never reach the market? This session reveals how thoughtful design bridges that crucial gap between discovery and real-world success. Presented by seasoned industrial designers from TriMech Design Solutions, this talk draws on a compelling case study from rehabilitation research to take you behind the scenes of the product development journey.

Unlocking Opportunity Through Intellectual Property

15 October 2025 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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UHN's KITE Research Institute, 2nd Floor Auditorium
550 University Avenue, Toronto, ON

Innovation thrives at the intersection of creativity, research, and entrepreneurship—but turning big ideas into real-world impact requires more than inspiration. Protecting and managing intellectual property (IP) is a critical step in bringing innovations to life, and understanding how to navigate the IP landscape can make the difference between missed opportunities and lasting success.

Inside Textiles: Science, Design & Innovation

8 October 2025 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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KITE Research Institute, Basement Lecture Room (B-121)
550 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario

From Fibre to Yarn: The Science beneath Every Fabric. This is the first session of four, which will explore different aspects of textiles. Every fabric starts with a fibre. In this session, we’ll explore the science of fibres and yarns — the tiny building blocks that shape stretch, softness, and strength in every textile. We’ll look at critical fibre properties for product design, from everyday wear to high-performance sports gear and medical textiles, and discover how yarn engineering impacts fabric qualities like comfort, bulk, and resilience. Watch live: https://youtube.com/live/1jW9i_HchAQ?feature=share

Accessibility Innovation Exchange Event

1 October 2025 17:00 - 19:00 PM
https://events.humanitix.com/accessibility-innovation-exchange?utm_medium=email&_hsmi=377648391&utm_content=377648391&utm_source=hs_email
OneEleven Building
4th Floor, 325 Front St. W

Join us for a unique event bringing together the accessibility innovation ecosystem and disability community. The event will conclude with networking, offering attendees the chance to build meaningful connections and explore potential collaborations. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Knowledge . Innovation . Talent . Everywhere

Knowledge . Innovation . Talent . Everywhere

Knowledge

Innovation

Talent

Everywhere

K . I . T . E

KITE at UHN