Research
Researchers map how Arctic groundwater will respond to thawing permafrost
New Dalhousie research reveals how Arctic permafrost aquifers that store and move groundwater are expected to shift as temperatures and sea levels rise. Read more.
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
A sweeping 50‑year analysis by Dal researchers tracing half a century of mining assessments uncovered inconsistencies and missing information, findings published in FACETS that could shape Canada’s approach to future resource development.
Monday, January 12, 2026
Rates of chronic prescription sedative use among older adults are roughly two to three times the Canadian average in parts of Atlantic Canada. In this Q&A, Dr. David Gardner discusses the phenomenon and outlines findings of a recent clinical trial on strategies to help address it.
Friday, January 9, 2026
Dr. OmiSoore Dryden brings visionary leadership to the School of Nursing and the Faculty of Health as Canada Research Chair in Black Health Studies: Antiracism in Health Education and Practice.
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Thursday, September 18, 2014
This year's Molly Appeal campaign will support an expansion of the Maritime Brain Tissue Bank, improving an essential resource for neuroscience research at Dalhousie Medical School and the Brain Repair Centre.
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Wasundara Fernando, who received the Cancer Research Training Program Award, is studying molecules in certain foods that could potentially treat breast cancer.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Dal instructor and alumnus Omar Gandhi wins Canada Council 2014 Professional Prix de Rome prize, awarded annually to a young architect in recognition of outstanding achievement in Canadian architecture.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Dal research offers insights into the struggles perfectionistic students can face in their first year at university, and how friendships and getting involved on campus can make a big difference.
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada announces $8 million investment in research cluster to be managed by the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada at Dal’s Faculty of Agriculture.