Welcome to the TMU Library Collaboratory

The Library Collaboratory is a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research space equipped with 3D printers, laser cutter, prototyping tools and more, for graduate students, faculty members, including sessional instructors, and researchers at the Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU). Our workshops and events are open to the entire TMU community. Access to the Library Collaboratory, staff expertise and technology resources are for members of the space Library Collaboratory only.

Membership is free. Learn more about membership here.

Accessing the Library Collaboratory:

The Library Collaboratory is open to faculty, research staff and graduate students.

The Library Collaboratory is staffed Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Library Collaboratory is available to members whenever Library Building is open, via card access.
Find the Library Collaboratory in the Library Building via the SLC Building. Upon entering the SLC Building, take the elevator up to the 3rd floor. Turn left and look for the Library Collaboratory at the end of the hall, marked by large yellow doors.
If you are interested in a particular piece of technology, contact staff at collab@torontomu.ca to make an appointment for training or consultation.

For Faculty, Research Staff and Graduate Students

Registered members of the Library Collaboratory are free to explore the possibilities for prototyping, learn new and emerging technologies, update fabrication and/or design skills, and explore the possibilities for interdisciplinary research. The Library Collaboratory is open to all faculty, research staff and graduate students at TMU, for barrier-free access to technology. Learn more about technology resources and membership.

For Registered Members’ Research Projects & Teams

Researchers (Faculty or Staff) who are also registered members of the Library Collaboratory who have a project team or would like dedicated space work can apply with a research project. Registered Research Leads whose research assistants need space to work or access to technology are welcome to register their project. Learn more about registering a research project at this link.

How we can help

Through the Library Collaboratory, TMU Libraries provides access to workspace and technology resources for TMU faculty, sessional instructors, research staff, and graduate students.

Community + Workspace

Researchers and/or research teams get access to a multi-configurable work space for research meetings or physical fabrication, a quiet room for interviews, and more.

Consultants + Project Support

Collaboratory Consultants are available to assist and advise on project development. Our diverse skill set covers a variety of technologies and disciplines.

Technologies + Fabrication

Access 3D printers, laser cutters, digital embroidery machines and more. Consultants on staff can provide members with one-on-one tutorials for technology resources.

Upcoming Events

May 14, 2025

  • Library Collaboratory New Member Orientation

    May 14, 2025  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    This orientation is by invitation only.

    If you cannot attend this orientation, contact collab@torontomu.ca to make other arrangements.
    If you have not received an invitation, contact collab@torontomu.ca to inquire.


    Finding the Library Collaboratory
    The Library Collaboratory is located on the 3rd floor of the Library Building. The main entrance to the Library Collaboratory is via the SLC Building.
    Take the elevator up to the 3rd floor of the SLC Building.
    Turn left: the Library Collaboratory is at the end of the hall, marked with large yellow doors.

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May 16, 2025

  • Pre-Production from Idea to Script: Adapting Scholarly Writing for Podcasting (for Grad Students)

    May 16, 2025  11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    ONLINE

    Podcasting is a creative way to disseminate current or past research and ideas in an audio format.

    This workshop will take participants through some of the basics of adapting pre-existing papers or other written research into a podcast script. Participants will also be guided through advantages and disadvantages of different types of podcast structures and format, as well as considerations for clarity and word choice and tips for incorporating sound and music to enhance the overall narrative.

    More information and registration: https://calendar.library.torontomu.ca/event/3897003

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May 19, 2025
May 26, 2025

  • CLOSED for a private event

    May 26, 2025  11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Members are asked to return at a later time.

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May 27, 2025

  • Text Mining & Topic Modelling with Orange 3

    May 27, 2025  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    IN-PERSON

    Struggling to efficiently review extensive research literature? Join this hands-on walkthrough workshop to learn how topic modeling and Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) can streamline your literature review process with the help of the open-source tool, Orange 3.

    Participants will learn how text analysis capabilities of Orange 3 can speed up and automate literature reviews by analyzing papers without getting bogged down in manual reviews.

    No technical or previous experience is required.

      For more information and registration: https://calendar.library.torontomu.ca/event/3897220

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    Logo and Acknowledgment

    All researchers and (and associated assistants) who access TMU Library Collaboratory resources (including consultation, workspace and training) in support of their research are required to acknowledge this support by displaying the Toronto Metropolitan University Library logo. Follow the link for more information.