Research
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.
Archives - Research
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
The Dal-hosted Ocean Tracking Network (OTN) has teamed up with Nova Scotia craft brewer Big Spruce on a new IPA called “Tag! You’re It!,” with 50 cents from every purchase supporting research by OTN and others focused on ocean conservation.
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Thanks to Dal researchers, a Nova Scotia company is poised to launch an eel-farming industry with potential to generate $250 million in annual sales for the regional economy.
Monday, July 31, 2017
Last week, the Government of Canada announced new funding for research, led by Dal Earth Sciences Professor Grant Wach, on assessing methane emissions from old fossil-fuel extraction sites in two Maritime provinces.
Monday, July 31, 2017
Three Dalhousie graduate students are among the 2017 recipients of the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships: Allison Chua (Oceanography), Hansen Johnson (Oceanography) and Timothy Disher (Nursing).
Friday, July 28, 2017
With this year's Tall Ships Parade of Sail set to be a showcase of our region's ocean pride, here's a survey of some of the exciting ocean research happening at Dalhousie