Faith Ellen, Diane Horton and David Duvenaud. (Photos left and centre: Matt Hintsa. Photo right: provided.)
CS-Can | Info-Can has recognized three University of Toronto Computer Science faculty members for their outstanding contributions to the field. These national honours celebrate excellence in research, education, and service within the Canadian computer science community.
Faith Ellen
Lifetime Achievement Award
A trailblazer in distributed computing, Professor Faith Ellen has been awarded for her lifetime contributions to computer science. Her work has shaped the theoretical foundations of the field and inspired generations of researchers.
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Diane Horton
Excellence in Teaching Award
Renowned for her dedication to teaching and curriculum development, Professor Diane Horton has been recognized for her exceptional impact on computer science education. Her leadership has transformed how students engage with computing at U of T and beyond.
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David Duvenaud
Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award
An innovator in machine learning and AI, Professor David Duvenaud has received the Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award. His research bridges deep learning and probabilistic modeling, with applications ranging from healthcare to generative models.