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Formula for success: Dal chemistry postdoc named to two prestigious programs for emerging science leaders
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. Read more.
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Friday, April 17, 2026
Unique in Canada, the four‑year joint JD/MJ program links legal training with journalism practice to prepare graduates for work at the intersection of media, law and public policy.
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Dalhousie’s fast‑paced 3MT finals spotlighted student innovation, with materials engineering PhD student Claire Floras rising to the top by translating complex battery science into a compelling, judge‑winning pitch.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus.
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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Iain Rankin was sworn in as Nova Scotia’s new premier last week, setting into motion what is a rarely experienced chance at trial leadership without a general election. Dr. Pruysers explains the process and helps us understand the importance of some of Rankin’s early decisions.
Monday, March 1, 2021
Alison Thompson, Mark Stradiotto and Laura Turculet all received prestigious awards from the Canadian Society for Chemistry this year, recognition following on the heels of a string of other significant awards for the department last year.
Monday, March 1, 2021
When the first doses of COVID-19 vaccine arrived in the province in December, Nova Scotians got an optimistic glimpse of life after the virus — with vaccination efforts made possible in part through the support of the Dal research community.
Friday, February 26, 2021
In this week's column, Dr. Saini discusses the importance of kindness and compassion — for ourselves and others — in this prolonged virtual work environment.
Friday, February 26, 2021
Wes Hall and Dahabo Ahmed-Omer of The BlackNorth Initiative delivered Dal's annual Shaar Shalom Lecture this week, offering profound perspectives on the history and modern impact of anti-Black racism in Canada as African Heritage Month draws to a close.