Dr. James Smith of York University is an engineering professor with a passion for robots and teaching. His robotic models of the human cervix and of quadrupeds teach us how biomimetic approaches to modeling can constrain our thinking, and how collaborating with students in our research can unlock new possibilities.

What can plants in the Arctic tell us about climate change, political power, and ecological security?

How do international criminal trials shape our understanding of justice and human rights?

How can documentary film bring Indigenous perspectives on education and reconciliation to a wider audience?