Digital STEM Resources

Raw Talk is a graduate student-run podcast about the journeys, experiences, and perspectives of some of the most accomplished medical researchers and professionals at the University of Toronto.

Their mission is to promote a research culture within the Faculty of Medicine and broader life science student community; to provide a guide for current graduate and prospective students wishing to enter academia; and to engage the public in medical science innovations and highlight the importance of discovery and translational research being conducted at the University of Toronto.

Skype a Scientist now matches scientists with families around the world!

Fancy chatting with a scientist over video chat from your living room? Skype a Scientist will match you with a scientist for free! Their sessions are Q&A conversations, so you and your kids/roommates can talk with a scientist about whatever makes YOU curious. They have lots of different scientists to choose from, so don't be shy! All you need is a Zoom, Google Hangout, Skype or other video chat service and an internet

Whether we wear a lab coat or haven't seen a test tube since grade school, science is shaping all of our lives. And that means we all have science stories to tell. Join The Story Collider every Friday night at 7 PM (EST) to hear true, personal stories about science and be sure to check out their podcast for more fantastic tales!

It’s like The Onion, but for science! A silly, light-hearted, satirical read if you're looking for a quick science-related laugh. Follow them @DNAturedJournal on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Thirsty for knowledge? Every year, Pint of Science brings scientists and the public together in local pubs. For the 2020 edition, the international science outreach festival broke new ground, hosting talks online on May 11-13 to celebrate its 5th birthday.

What would it be like to live on Mars? How can chemistry help us to make better whisky? Are birds actually dinosaurs? These are just some of the questions that researchers answered during Pint of Science Canada 2020. Over 3 consecutive days, researchers presented their latest discoveries online so audiences could learn and enjoy a drink safely at home.

Medicine in Motion is a student-run podcast by members of Exercise is Medicine at the University of Toronto. Our inter-professional team from Exercise Sciences, Medicine, Physical Therapy, Nursing, Workplace Wellness, and Psychology bring you engaging interviews highlighting groundbreaking research, practical tips, and personal stories.

Episodes available on Apple, Spotify and Google.

Creating free resources for teachers, through one-of-a-kind virtual field trips and guest speaker experiences, Exploring By The Seat Of Your Pants sparks curiosity in students. Since 2015, they’ve hosted 4,500+ live lessons that have brought the passion and energy of those exploring, studying, and documenting our dynamic planet to over a million and a half students. Committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and explorers through accessible education experiences and resources, what they do is and will always be free for classrooms everywhere.

The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and SkyNews teamed up in 2021 to co-host a Speaker Series online, bringing those in the know to your screen. From what went wrong on Apollo 13 to the Hubble Space Telescope’s 30th anniversary, the Speaker Series is set to focus on important issues and hot topics in the skies.

Since 1959, the Gairdner Foundation has awarded its prestigious prizes to some of the world’s top scientists whose fundamental science discoveries have changed our understanding and treatment of serious health problems worldwide. Many of their laureates are actively involved in many different aspects of COVID-related research.

COVID-19: The Road Forward - Gairdner Global Perspectives Panel brings together illustrious Canada Gairdner laureates, alongside an outstanding Canadian scientist and previous Chair of the Gairdner Board of Directors, to provide their unique insights into the pandemic and the hope for the future. They explore the science of coronavirus infections, the urgent search for new drug therapies and new vaccines, how to model the time course of pandemic outbreaks and the social and economic impact on vulnerable populations worldwide.

Sidewalk astronomy from the beach! Views of the night (and daytime) sky and broadcasts about space and astronomy, with new and archived content.

The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is amateur and professional astronomers who work to enhance the understanding of, and inspire curiosity about the Universe. Find an archive of their recorded events and watch for planned livestreams on the RASC YouTube channel.

The Toronto Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is Canada’s largest astronomy club with more than 900 members in the GTA who share a love of astronomy and the wonders of the night sky. They’ve hosted a huge number of astronomy themed events and talks - many of which are available to stream from their YouTube channel.

Presenting talks online via Zoom and YouTube, The Dunlap Institute invites you to discover everything from old cosmic mysteries to the latest research, all from the comfort of your own couch.