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Long-term care toolkit puts residents at the centre of decision-making

15 June 2026 by Sharmini Atputharaj

KITE Scientist Dr. Jennifer Bethell partnered with the Ontario Association of Residents’ Councils to develop the Resident Engagement Toolkit for long-term care homes.

The Science Behind Safer Eating

9 June 2026 by UHN Research

A new study finds testing different food textures can support better care for people living with dysphagia.

KITE Studio celebrates third anniversary with launch of new website

26 May 2026 by Jadyn Yelle

KITE Studio’s new website showcases its work across UHN and beyond, helping researchers connect with wider audiences through design, video and storytelling.

UHN’s KITE Research Institute named to Forbes Accessibility list for second consecutive year

20 May 2026 by Vanessa Milne

The Accessibility 200 highlights the top organizations changing the lives of people with disabilities around the world.

KITE trainees win awards for excellence

7 May 2026 by Vanessa Milne

The trainees earned awards for knowledge mobilization, contributions to KITE, and best posters and presentations at the SOAR conference.

KITE eyes new opportunities to shape the future of healthcare and HealthTech

14 April 2026 by Vanessa Milne

UHN’s KITE Research Institute is bringing its expertise to the rapidly growing field of high-performance, high-design, AI-enabled health technology.

Adaptive Fashion Alliance, Canada launches

20 March 2026 by KITE UHN

AFAC officially launched with an event bringing together researchers, designers, industry leaders and people with lived experience.

Dr. Kristin Musselman wins UHN education excellence award

5 March 2026 by KITE UHN

Physical therapist and KITE senior scientist Dr. Kristin Musselman won the 2025 Contribution to a University/College Program through Education/Research Involvement Award.

First Canada Leads researchers join UHN’s KITE Research Institute

23 February 2026 by UHN KITE

Three postdoctoral scientists are joining KITE, working on new treatments for sleep apnea, chronic pain, motion sickness and improving function after injuries.

Creators Circle’s third cohort brings new HealthTech ideas to life

21 January 2026 by KITE UHN

The KITE Creators Circle has wrapped its third cohort, supporting innovators as they transform early-stage ideas into market-ready health technology.

Redesigned shower room helps reduce distress in dementia patients

8 January 2026 by KITE UHN

Dr. Andrea Iaboni’s team reviewed evidence on dementia‑friendly bathing to inform the redesigned shower space in Toronto Rehab's Specialized Dementia Unit.

Rate My Treads reveals its top winter boots for 2025

17 December 2025 by KITE UHN

Of the tested boots this year, one women's casual style and three men's casual ones received high scores for traction on ice.

KITE's 2025 award winners announced

15 December 2025 by KITE UHN

The Unsung Hero and New Visions Research Awards honour scientists and staff whose work is integral to the Institute's success.

Dr. Goldie Nejat and Dr. Walter Swardfager named Canada Research Chairs

1 December 2025 by KITE UHN

The long-term funding will accelerate their work in robotics and diabetes, improving the lives of older adults and those with chronic conditions.

KITE welcomes 2025/26 trainees

5 November 2025 by KITE UHN

“Trainees are the heart of our research community,” said Dr. Jennifer Campos, KITE’s Associate Director, Academic.

Blueprint for change: KITE shares unique model for nerve transfer rehab and research

27 October 2025 by KITE UHN

Lyndhurst is one of the only places in Canada with an interdisciplinary peripheral nerve transfer rehabilitation program.

Cindy Nguyen and Jillian Scandiffio awarded TD Graduate Scholarships for Students with Disabilities

23 October 2025 by KITE UHN

The award recognizes exceptional graduate students with disabilities at UHN's KITE Research Institute.

2025 KITE Unsung Hero nominations now open

21 October 2025 by KITE UHN

The award recognizes staff members at UHN's KITE Research Institute who have gone above and beyond to support important research projects.

Q&A with Dr. Kathy McGilton on transitional care programs

29 September 2025 by KITE UHN

Dr. McGilton shares the challenges facing transitional care units—and what needs to change to better serve vulnerable patients.

KITE research director receives prestigious award from International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society

22 September 2025 by KITE UHN

Dr. Milos R. Popovic was given the award for his groundbreaking work in Functional Electrical Stimulation.

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