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Dalhousie launches Atlantic AI Institute to help shape responsible AI in the region
A new Dal-hosted research institute will connect researchers, students, partners and communities to advance AI research, learning and innovation rooted in Atlantic Canada. Read more.
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Friday, August 7, 2026
Combining genomic analysis, computer modelling, and international collaboration, Dalhousie scientists are helping shape the global response to an Ebola outbreak this year.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
A national collaboration will connect researchers and community partners to explore how relationships with animals can strengthen resilience, improve well-being and inform policy.
Friday, July 31, 2026
Dal PhD student Zoya Tyabji’s approach to shark and ray conservation in South Asia earned her a keynote speaker spot at the world’s largest gathering of shark and ray researchers earlier this year.
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Thursday, November 30, 2017
Dr. Noni MacDonald's passionate advocacy for child immunization and her focus on community solutions for child health-care problems have earned her the Canadian Institute of Child Health's 2017 National Child Day Award.
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Biology Professor Jeffrey Hutchings is this year's recipient of the AG Huntsman Award for Excellence in the Marine Sciences — only the seventh Canadian to receive the honour. He delivers a public lecture on Canada’s fish stocks this week.
Friday, November 24, 2017
Engineering prof Ghada Koleilat won the Emerging Professional award at this year's Discovery Awards, which celebrate research and innovation in Nova Scotia. Diagnostic Radiology prof Mohamed Abdolell's company Densitas Inc won the Innovation Award, Engineering faculty member Peter Allen was named to the Science Hall of Fame and many other Dal individuals were among the varied nominees.
Friday, November 24, 2017
From new cell-analysis equipment to the expansion of the the tumour bank at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, the Molly Appeal fundraising campaign is helping improve cancer research and treatment in Atlantic Canada.
Tannenbaum triumph: Faculty of Agriculture research helping sustain Atlantic Christmas tree industry
Friday, November 24, 2017
Dalhousie's Christmas Tree Research Centre celebrates the first successful development and licensing of SMART Balsam Fir technologies — ones that help Atlantic Canadian Christmas tree growers produce stronger, longer-lasting trees.