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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research
Enhancing the ocean’s capacity to absorb carbon dioxide emissions is part of Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel’s groundbreaking research. This week, the Royal Society of Canada recognized Dr. Fennel’s contributions by naming her in the 2026 Class of Fellows. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Designed around real-world challenges facing firefighters, the program supports professional growth and helps enhance emergency response capacity in communities throughout Nova Scotia.
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Friday, July 22, 2016
Recent Dal Computer Science grad Kardam Tiwari wants you to forget your passwords — for good. His startup SWAP Innovations, which recently completed the LaunchPad Dal accelerator program, is developing a method for authenticating online transactions using fingerprints.
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Dal is currently planning and fundraising for a 37,000-square-foot expansion to the Dalhousie Arts Centre, one that will add much-needed academic and community space while helping support the expanded scope and vision of the Fountain School of Performing Arts.
Thursday, July 14, 2016
Aligned with Pride celebrations in both Halifax and Truro, members of the Dal community have come together to host Dalhousie Pride Week from July 15-23, with panel discussions, art events, flag raisings and participation in both community Pride parades.
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Learn how you can keep up with the latest on preparations for Dal's bicentennial year in 2018.
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Françoise Baylis, head of Dal's Impact Ethics group and recent recipient of CAUT's Distinguished Academic Award, was among the 113 new appointees named to the Order of Canada late last week.