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Friday, March 13, 2026
Dal research teams are receiving more than $7.3M in Canada Foundation for Innovation support to expand labs and tools driving breakthroughs in water resilience, ocean science, marine tracking, and digital stewardship of Canada’s past
Thursday, March 19, 2026
In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Maxine Westhead — marine biologist, marine spatial planner, and director of Dalhousie’s Marine Affairs Program (MAP).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Dr. Kimberley Hall’s Killam fellowship will accelerate her collaboration with NRC partners as they work to advance quantum hardware and strengthen Canada’s future secure‑tech capabilities.
Archives - Research
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Genetically modified mosquitoes were released in Brazil in an attempt to halt the spread of dengue fever by reducing the mosquito population. Three Dal experts weigh in on the potential consequences.
Behind the beef: Dal‑led research on red and processed meats challenges orthodoxy, stirs controversy
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
New research from an international team led by Community Health and Epidemiology’s Bradley Johnston is generating global headlines — and fierce criticism. But Dr. Johnston is standing by the findings of his panel’s systemic review questioning the supposed health risks of red and processed meats.
Friday, September 27, 2019
A report, published Wednesday in the journal Nature, found that children in many tropical areas are particularly vulnerable and could see significant health improvements if just a fraction of the fish caught near their homes made its way to their plates.
Royal recognition: Two Dal researchers honoured with prestigious awards from Royal Society of Canada
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Jeff Dahn and Ford Doolittle, two world-renowned researchers from Dalhousie, have been honoured by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) for their outstanding achievements.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Governments need better information on which types of plastic generate the most pollution — citizens can help, writes Dalhousie professor Tony Walker for The Conversation Canada.