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Dalhousie researchers collaborate on greener sodium‑ion battery technology
Dalhousie researchers are working with Concordia's Volt-Age program to help advance sodium-ion battery technology — a more sustainable alternative to lithium for residential energy storage. Read more.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
A new Dalhousie University study suggests improved fitness may not be enough to protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Given increasing geopolitical tensions and economic interest in the region, how can academic research support those who live in and depend on the Arctic? Dal's Dr. Megan Bailey and colleagues consider.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Dalhousie is helping to prepare Canada’s defence community for AI-supported command and control, including fast developing Arctic surveillance scenarios, by simulating how humans and intelligent systems make decisions together under pressure.
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Friday, December 2, 2016
Last Friday, the Government of Canada announced two new Canada Research Chairs for Dalhousie: Carolyn Buchwald (Ocean Chemistry) and Morgan Langille (Human Microbiome). Jerry White (European Studies) also had his Canada Research Chair renewed.
Friday, November 25, 2016
"Human Gene Editing: At the Cutting Edge," organized by the Impact Ethics research group, is an open symposium (with a public film screening) on Monday, November 28 exploring human gene editing from science to ethics.
Friday, November 18, 2016
Researchers from Dal's Faculties of Science and Medicine took home awards in three of the four major categories at the 14th annual Discovery Awards, which celebrate science, technology and innovation in Nova Scotia. Dal Physics Professor Jeff Dahn was also inducted into the Nova Scotia Science Hall of Fame.
Friday, November 18, 2016
What do bird droppings (yes, droppings) have to do with Arctic climate? According to new research from a team of Dal atmospheric scientists: a surprising amount.
Thursday, November 10, 2016
The Canadian Museum of Nature presented the Dal-hosted Ocean Tracking Network with its 2016 Nature Inspiration Award, in recognition of OTN’s leadership, innovation and inspiration.