Technological Advances in Science, Medicine, and Engineering (TASME) Conference
In-Person/Hybrid (Zoom)
Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, University of Toronto (at Scarborough), 1065 Military Trail, ON, Canada, M1C 1A4
TASME 2026 Conference, Saturday, July 4, 2026, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW. ALL PRESENTERS MUST REGISTER BEFORE JULY 3.
TASME 30th Anniversary Celebration, Sunday, July 5, 2026, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
The TASME 30th Anniversary Celebration will be held in the Amana Event Centre & Banquet Hall. 2855 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1X 0C3
Program and Presentation Schedules
July 4th is reserved for abstract/paper presentations, and July 4th for 30th Year Celebrations and networking. The tentative schedule for July 4th presentations is now available. Please click the button below to view the schedule and other important information about presentations. Please click the other two buttons below to view an overview of the July 4th and July 5th programs, respectively.
TASME 2026 Proceedings and Abstract Book
Links to the Abstract Book and TASME Proceedings are provided below. The Abstract Book contains searchable abstracts in condensed form. The TASME 2026 Proceedings is displayed as a PDF. It is also searchable. In addition to abstracts, the Proceedings include messages from conference chairs, the editorial board, and past chairs.
Zoom Links and Physical Locations
July 4th is primarily for abstract/paper presentations. Presentations are organized into three channels. Each channel has a Zoom link for virtual presentations and a physical room at the University of Toronto Scarborough for in-person presentations. The opening address and guest speeches will be from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, followed immediately by the presentations. The opening ceremonies and the July 5th celebrations will be streamed on Channel 1.
| Channel 1 | Channel 2 | Channel 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoom Link | https://channel1.tasmeconference.org | https://channel2.tasmeconference.org | http://channel3.tasmeconference.org | |
| Room | EV140 | EV502 | EV531 | |
| Meeting ID | 849 4905 2792 | 823 2253 6326 | ID: 840 4139 1099 | |
| Note | Use Zoom links to connect. | Meeting IDs may not be current. | Check this website for updates. |
Vision
To advance global scientific collaboration through an intergenerational model that integrates experience, innovation, and interdisciplinary knowledge to address the challenges of the next era.
Mission
To provide a platform for students, researchers, and professionals to collaborate, share knowledge, and lead transformative solutions in science, medicine, engineering, and global health, while fostering mentorship and leadership across generations.
Useful Links
Committee
TASME Co-Chair – Professor and Senior Scientist, Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, SickKids Hospital, University of Toronto, Canada
Nades Palaniyar, Ph.D.
TASME Co-Chair – COE Distinguished Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, USA
Bala Maheswaran, Ph.D.
TASME 2026 – Conference Co-Chair Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Nirusha Thavarajah, Ph.D.
TASME 2026 – Conference Co-Chair Geriatrician, Mackenzie Health, Richmond Hill; Director, Bridging Futures Canada Society, Canada
Jeya Thayaparan, MD, FRCPC
Web Admin and Tech Support– Professor of Information Systems, California State University, Los Angeles, USA
Nanda Ganesan Ph.D.
Member – Professor of Environmental Engineering and Chair, Central State University, USA
Kandiah Ramanitharan Ph.D.
Member - PhD Candidate and Graduate Teaching Assistant at Western University, Canada
Prabu Nadaraja, MBBS, MPH
Member - PhD Candidate in Health Information Science at Western University. Graduate Teaching Assistant
Shribavan Kanesamoorthy, MBBS, MBA
Member – Medical Graduate University of Galway, Ireland
Erin Moore, MD
Member – Honours Lifesciences graduate, McMaster University
Eilya Parsa, HBSc
Member – Community health graduate, University of Toronto Clinical Assistant at Neurology clinic
Shanthalojiny Umaharan, MBBS, MSc
Member – Medical Graduate AUIS- GA, USA. AAPS- Clinical Research, Pharmamacovigilance and Regulatory affairs
Kavitha Jayaraman, MD
Member – Masters in Epidemiology of Aging graduate, Johns Hopkins University, USA
Subidsa Srikantha, MHS
Member – Program Director for Global Mental Health BFCS, Canada
Thamotharampillai Umaharan, MBBS, MSc
Member – Memorial Hermann Hospital - Mischer Neuroscience, Texas, USA
Laks Vigneswaran, BS, MHA
