Each fall, Gairdner Science Week turns the city into a global science hub that connects top researchers, students, and curious minds through free events, talks, and celebrations that prove science is for everyone. Here are 10 standout moments from Gairdner Science Week 2025. Toronto universities teamed up for the first-ever Science Week hubFor the first time, Gairdner partnered with Toronto's universities to create a central hub for Science Week events. Hosted by York University and joined by the University of Toronto and Toronto Metropolitan University, the collaboration brought world-class science straight to the city's students. Beyond the awards, Gairdner Science Week is about connection: inspiring students, engaging communities, and celebrating the people behind discoveries that improve lives.