Emerging
Communications
Technology
Institute
Welcome to ECTI
The Emerging Communications Technology Institute (ECTI) is an interdisciplinary research institute based at the University of Toronto. ECTI provides global university-based leadership through access to state-of-the-art research facilities, promotion of collaborative research with strategic partners, and by facilitating advanced educational opportunities and information exchange events. Key research areas include nanotechnology and nanofabrication, photonic materials and devices, micro- and nano-electromechanical systems (M/NEMS), biotechnology, microwave devices, micro- and nano-electronic devices, integrated optics, and photovoltaic devices.
Latest News
- Undergraduate Summer Research Positions in Nanotechnology Students should apply by February 23 for this NSERC-funded program.
- ECTI Interim Director Appointed Prof. Stewart Aitchison has been appointed Interim Director of ECTI.
- Nortel Institute Undergraduate Scholarship - Apply by Nov. 30 A $4600 scholarship is open to applicants at the University of Toronto in 2nd or 3rd year in Engineering, Arts & Science, UTM, or UTSC.
Research Highlights
- Microfludic Device Manufactured in ECTI Cleanroom Watch a video of Prof. Aaron Wheeler's microfluidic device as it dispenses 70 nano-litre droplets.
- Microfabricated Cell Culture Array Work Done at ECTI Talk given at international conference.
- pH-Responsive Drug-Delivery Micro Device Work Done at ECTI Talk given at international conference.