Research
Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research
One of Canada's highest academic honours goes to Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel for her globally recognized contributions to climate research. Read more.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
Enabling pharmacists to prescribe preventive Lyme disease medication shifted hundreds of routine cases out of emergency departments, easing pressure on the health-care system, shows a new Dalhousie study.
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.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
A new Dal-hosted research institute will connect researchers, students, partners and communities to advance AI research, learning and innovation rooted in Atlantic Canada.
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Monday, September 14, 2020
The lessons learned through the COVID-19 have obvious implications for future infectious disease research. But Dal’s Dr. Shashi Gujar and partners see another huge opportunity: repurposing the body’s immune response to SARS-CoV-2 as the next generation of cancer immunotherapy.
Friday, September 11, 2020
Sciographies, a podcast and radio show that offers listeners a glimpse into the lives of those who’ve built careers as professors and scientific researchers, returns this month for a brand new season of engaging interviews.
Friday, September 11, 2020
Biology's Derek Tittensor explains the implications of the The WWF's Living Planet Report 2020 and how species’ population trends are important because they are a measure of overall ecosystem health.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
The Royal Society of Canada, which brings together scholars, artists and scientists peer-elected as the best in their fields, is welcoming five new Dalhousie members this year: new Fellows Leonard Diepeveen (Arts and Social Sciences), Jennifer Llewellyn (Law) and Douglas Wallace (Science), and new College members Hélène Deacon (Science) and Rita Orji (Computer Science).
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Some health products haven't been tested for the benefits that they claim to produce. Blue-light blocking lenses are promoted as helping sleep cycles, but there is no evidence to support this, writes PhD candidate Tareq Yousef.