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By Marilyn Smulders  –  Research
Friday, October 30, 2009
Mark Petter, a Dalhousie PhD student in clinical psychology, wanted to find out whether dogs could recognize if humans had the intention of deceiving them.
By Amanda Pelham  –  Research
Friday, October 30, 2009
Dogs are trained to pick up the scent of endangered species.
Dal News Staff
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Simon Farine impresses in pre-season play. Soccer player Teresa Morrison leads her team to victories.
By Skana Gee  –  Research
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Every summer, scores of talented students are employed in labs across the university. Now, thanks to a $1 million endowment from the David and Faye Sobey Foundation, undergrads will benefit from the creation of 10 more research jobs.
By Marilyn Smulders  –  News
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
A sculptor, a dancer and a musician argue that perception and creativity are enhanced by blending the arts and sciences.
By June Davidson  –  News
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Over the past two decades, Dr. Joni Guptill has visited Iraq, Syria, China, Somalia, the Sudan and Turkey, bearing witness to the humanitarian crises created by famine, flood and war.
By Marilyn Smulders  –  News
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Scientists at the top-ranked universities in The Scientist's annual survey celebrate collaboration, team building and students with inquisitive minds.
By Marilyn Smulders  –  Community & Culture
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Dalhousie Libraries are participating in a new program that gives cardholders access to 100 libraries throughout the province.
By Kelly O'Neil  –  Community & Culture
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Master's student Michael Gillis works with Allies at Dal as a peer ally.
By Katelynn Northam  –  Community & Culture
Monday, October 26, 2009
What’s Canada’s role in a world where poverty and hopelessness thrive? An exhibition poses the question.