https://www.dal.ca/news.html Dal News - Research Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:03:55 GMT 2026-06-18T15:03:55Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/18/dalsolutions--building-autonomous-systems-to-protect-canada-s-so.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie robotics and underwater acoustics researcher Dr. Mae Seto is working with Defence Research & Development Canada to develop intelligent autonomous sensing systems that can extend the reach of the Canadian Armed Forces in the Arctic and help Canada protect its sovereignty in remote, harsh maritime environments. Research Engineering Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/18/dalsolutions--building-autonomous-systems-to-protect-canada-s-so.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-06-18T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/17/sodium-ion-battery-technology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie researchers are working with Concordia's Volt-Age program to help advance sodium-ion battery technology — a more sustainable alternative to lithium for residential energy storage. Research Science Physics and Atmospheric Science Engineering Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/17/sodium-ion-battery-technology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alexander Hackett 2026-06-16T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/11/arctic-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Given increasing geopolitical tensions and economic interest in the region, how can academic research support those who live in and depend on the Arctic? Dal's Dr. Megan Bailey and colleagues consider. Research Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/11/arctic-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Megan Bailey, Candis Callison, Adrian Howkins, Élise Devoie 2026-06-11T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/10/dal-discoveries-blood-vessels-prolonged-sitting-exercise-derek-kimmerly.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new Dalhousie University study suggests improved fitness may not be enough to protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. Research Health Professions Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/10/dal-discoveries-blood-vessels-prolonged-sitting-exercise-derek-kimmerly.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-06-10T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/4/ocean-week-sean-brilliant.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Sean Brillant works with fishers to develop safer technologies and policies, reducing whale deaths, improving coexistence at sea, and helping stabilize vulnerable North Atlantic right whale populations. Research News Oceans Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/4/ocean-week-sean-brilliant.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Rianne Zinck 2026-06-04T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/3/dalhousie-tirupati-india-innovation-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie hosted Indian partners for a high-level visit last week advancing joint research, innovation programs and industry collaboration, with new agreements, funding pathways and a shared global innovation campus taking shape. Graduate Studies Research Computer Science Science News Engineering Community & Culture Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/06/3/dalhousie-tirupati-india-innovation-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-06-03T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/28/dal-study-bowhead-whale-feeding-nunavut-manon-den-haan-sarah-fortune.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews For years, scientists studying bowhead whales have relied on a simple idea: if a whale makes a long, square or U-shaped dive, it’s feeding time. A new study demonstrates that assumption may not hold water. Research Science Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/28/dal-study-bowhead-whale-feeding-nunavut-manon-den-haan-sarah-fortune.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-05-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/21/s7-statements-royal-society.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Royal Society of Canada President Dr. Françoise Baylis joined global science academies in delivering recommendations to France’s president, spotlighting urgent priorities ahead of next month’s high-stakes G7 summit. Research News Thu, 21 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/21/s7-statements-royal-society.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2026-05-21T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/15/autism-research-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Giacomo Vivanti, Dal's incoming Joan and Jack Craig Chair in Autism Research, aims to close care gaps, advancing early, family-centred supports so children can thrive and research reaches real lives. Research Medicine News Fri, 15 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/15/autism-research-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dayna Park 2026-05-15T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/14/dalhousie-study-workout-sodium-nitrate.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie research suggests a popular nitrate supplement may hinder key exercise-driven heart improvements in females, highlighting overlooked sex differences and raising questions about long-term cardiovascular effects. Pharmacology Research Medicine News Thu, 14 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/14/dalhousie-study-workout-sodium-nitrate.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-05-14T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/07/rising-tide-dalhousie-strategic-framework.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie President Kim Brooks discusses the new strategic framework, how it was shaped by community voices, and what it asks of the university and its community. Research Alumni News Financial Services Community & Culture Senior Administration Thu, 07 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/07/rising-tide-dalhousie-strategic-framework.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-05-07T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/05/glovin-essay-dalhousie-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. Research Health Professions News Tue, 05 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/05/glovin-essay-dalhousie-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-05-05T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/01/dalhousie-research-biology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews By better mimicking native conditions on campus, a multidisciplinary team unlocked seed production in an endangered aquatic plant, strengthening long‑term research, student training, and future discoveries. Research Biology Science Fri, 01 May 2026 14:06:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/05/01/dalhousie-research-biology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-05-01T14:06:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie researchers are advancing health, clean energy, ocean science, and food innovation with new partner‑driven funding aimed at turning Nova Scotia research strengths into real‑world solutions. Research Science Medicine Agriculture News Engineering Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-30T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/28/dalsolutions-marine-carbon-removal-climate-tech-environment-nova-scotia.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie researchers are tackling a critical climate question—whether the ocean can safely remove carbon dioxide at scale—while positioning Nova Scotia as a global leader in carbon removal innovation. Research Oceans Science Oceanography Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/28/dalsolutions-marine-carbon-removal-climate-tech-environment-nova-scotia.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/16/ai-digital-biological-twins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Canada has the research capacity, agricultural diversity and governance credibility to shape this emerging field — if it acts early, argues Dal's Dr. Suresh Neethirajan in Policy Options.. Agriculture Computer Science Research Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/16/ai-digital-biological-twins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Suresh Neethirajan 2026-04-16T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Known for rethinking materials production and championing inclusive science, Dr. Blaine Fiss is gaining global recognition and momentum as he moves toward the next stage of his academic career. Research Science Chemistry News Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-04-09T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/07/new-fred-young-submillimeter-telescope.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new telescope located 5,600 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes will give scientists new insights into how galaxies formed beginning in the early universe and how stars are born in our own galaxy. Research Physics and Atmospheric Science Science Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/04/07/new-fred-young-submillimeter-telescope.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-07T09:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/30/agriculture-technology-artificial-intelligence.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Connected barns and automated livestock systems are boosting efficiency but also opening the door to cyber threats, writes Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, a Dalhousie researcher working to secure Canada’s digital farms Agriculture Computer Science Research Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/30/agriculture-technology-artificial-intelligence.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Suresh Neethirajan 2026-03-30T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Thirteen finalists will compete on March 31 for the 2026 3MT title — including the first‑ever undergraduate honours contender in the new wildcard category. Student Life Research News Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Joshua Boyter 2026-03-27T23:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/25/qs-subject-rankings-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dalhousie earns global recognition across dozens of disciplines, with strong showings in life sciences and natural sciences and a growing number of top-ranked subjects in Canada. Research News Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/25/qs-subject-rankings-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-03-25T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/24/dal-magazine-spring-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Explore stories on Dal’s biomedical hub, research strengthening Canada’s sovereignty, the power of podcasting, and much more. Alumni Research Student Life News Community & Culture Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/24/dal-magazine-spring-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison DeLory 2026-03-24T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/20/-democracy-needs-us---dal-and-royal-society-of-canada-presidents.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Royal Society of Canada President Françoise Baylis and Dal President Kim Brooks hosted an International Women’s Day event in Ottawa earlier this month, bringing together women in leadership roles across government and academia for a discussion about sustaining democracy in an era of challenge. Research Medicine News Senior Administration Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/20/-democracy-needs-us---dal-and-royal-society-of-canada-presidents.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2026-03-20T11:30:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/19/dalsolutions-microresearch-community-driven-model-health-public-safety-research-challenges.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The new MicroResearch Institute at Dalhousie is a proven, community‑driven research model that empowers local people — doctors, nurses, midwives, community health workers, teachers, police and students — to investigate and solve the health and public safety challenges they understand better than anyone. Research Medicine Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/19/dalsolutions-microresearch-community-driven-model-health-public-safety-research-challenges.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dayna Park 2026-03-19T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal research teams are receiving more than $7.3M in Canada Foundation for Innovation support to expand labs and tools driving breakthroughs in water resilience, ocean science, marine tracking, and digital stewardship of Canada’s past Research Management Science News Engineering Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-03-13T16:00:00Z