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Dalhousie’s new Killam Memorial Chairs push boundaries in health, humanities, and agriculture
Four Dalhousie researchers are set to embark on the next chapter of their scholarly careers with strong momentum behind them as Killam Memorial Chairs. Read more.
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Monday, July 20, 2026
A landmark Dalhousie-led study could reshape post-surgical care, showing a simpler approach after joint replacement may deliver comparable outcomes while lowering health-care costs.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
A reimagined OpenThink cohort moves beyond blogging, testing podcasts and social media to broaden impact, connect with new audiences, and amplify how Dal research informs public dialogue and policy.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Dalhousie robotics and underwater acoustics researcher Dr. Mae Seto is working with Defence Research & Development Canada to develop intelligent autonomous sensing systems that can extend the reach of the Canadian Armed Forces in the Arctic and help Canada protect its sovereignty in remote, harsh maritime environments.
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Monday, January 14, 2019
Almost one in five Canadians are going meatless or eating far less meat. But most establishments aren't actually targeting vegetarians or vegans, writes food researcher Sylvain Charlebois; they're chasing "flexitarians." Here’s why.
Monday, January 14, 2019
Ahmad Al-Mallahi, who joined Dal's Faculty of Agriculture in October, is focused on improving the efficiency of crop production operations.
Friday, January 11, 2019
The brand new SURGE sandbox in Dal's Faculty of Science — a partnership with the Province of Nova Scotia — will be a student space where big ideas and innovation thrive, fostering both talent development and economic growth in the region.
Friday, January 11, 2019
From romance to job interviews, people living with obesity are less likely to be successful, write researcher Sara Kirk and colleagues.
Thursday, January 10, 2019
Noisy waters may be making it harder for southern resident killer whales to communicate with each other and find their food, explain Dal researchers Priyanka Varkey and Tony Walker.