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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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Monday, May 30, 2016
Originally from Uganda, Philippa Ovonji Odida studies Architecture with the goal of helping create equality amongst social classes.
Monday, May 30, 2016
Read all of our profiles of Dal's newest grads! Spring Convocation 2016 takes place from May 30 until June 4.
Friday, May 27, 2016
Students Salman Dostmohammad and Jude Long won the grand prize at the prestigious Blueprint 2020 National Student Paper Competition, earning the opportunity to present their ideas to some of Canada's top civil servants.
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
May is Caregiver Awareness Month, which recognizes those who care for a chronically ill or disabled friend or loved one. To mark the occasion, Dal hosted its first Caregiver Appreciation Day on Wednesday, with a lunchtime event for faculty and staff.
Friday, May 20, 2016
Established by Dal's Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology more than a decade ago, Atlantic Assisted Reproductive Therapies recently became the first and only fertility clinic in Canada to adopt the most up-to-date technology for assessing and preparing eggs and embryos for fertility procedures.