Research

Researchers at Dalhousie have developed a sustainable, locally produced material that can be stitched into personal protective masks to neutralize certain pathogens, such as coronaviruses and influenza viruses.

‘Dark Souls’ draws on the literary theme of the ‘last man’ that emerged from the work of French author Jean-Baptiste Cousin de Grainville and those inspired by him, writes PhD candidate Michael Cameron.

A rare piece of research equipment was recovered on the Scotian Shelf by the Ocean Tracking Network after it spent three years lost at sea. Its contents could contain valuable information about the behaviour of grey seals on Sable Island.

The QS World University Rankings have awarded Dalhousie a gold medal in Environmental Impact and a silver medal in Equal Opportunities — global honours reflecting Dal's commitment and action towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Apple breeders have created crisp, juicy and tasty fruits, but the limited varieties leave crops vulnerable to diseases, pests and climate change. Introducing new traits could improve crop resilience, writes Zoë Migicovsky, a postdoctoral fellow in the Faculty of Agriculture.