Mapping the Network: BRN Interactive Researcher Map

Our Network

The BRN puts a spotlight on Black research excellence that plays an integral part of what makes the University of Toronto the top university in Canada. We are a vibrant network of award-winning, multidisciplinary and leading researchers shaping a better future, with local and global impact.

Network Features

Opportunities | Monday, September 30, 2024

Call for 2024 – 2025 Black Research Network Faculty Fellows  

The Black Research Network (BRN) was launched in October 2021 as a University of Toronto Institutional Strategic Initiative to promote…

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SA Smythe
News | Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Collaboratory for Black Poiēsis brings scholars, artists and archivists together for a deeper understanding of Black life 

Rebuilding the traditional structures of a classroom is at the root of SA Smythe’s teaching philosophy.  For Smythe, an assistant professor of…

Nasteha Omar
News | Monday, September 23, 2024

‘A transformative experience’: U of T program gives first-year student – and aspiring surgeon – a head start

Nasteha Omar has long been interested in becoming an orthopedic surgeon – and thanks to a unique program at the University…

News | Wednesday, September 18, 2024

BRN Brilliance: New multimedia series to spotlight Black-led research and initiatives at U of T

A new multimedia series from the Black Research Network will spotlight Black-led research and initiatives at the University of Toronto….

Black Future Educators' Pathway (BFEP)
News | Tuesday, September 17, 2024

‘This is real action’: New OISE teacher training pathway will boost number of Black educators in schools

More than 30 Black aspiring educators recently started their journey in OISE’s Master of Teaching program as the inaugural cohort of…

Naturinda Emmanuel
News | Thursday, September 12, 2024

Mastercard Foundation Scholar brings mission to improve livelihoods to U of T

Growing up in Uganda, Naturinda Emmanuel aspired to be a medical doctor and health leader. He wants to eliminate barriers to healthcare…