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.
Archives - Research
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
Marine Biology student Galaxina Renaud helped in identifying the cause of death for a beached fin whale in Nova Scotia earlier this summer.
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Getting a bird's-eye view of Dal's forest-related research.
Monday, August 11, 2014
Dal Vice-President Research Martha Crago is one of 15 members of the One Nova Scotia Coalition, tasked with developing work plans for implementing the recommendations of the Ivany Report.
Friday, August 8, 2014
Dal's medical research is making breakthroughs and tightening the timeline between discovery and treatment. For patients like Al Isnor, the benefits of connecting with Dal-based doctors are already a reality.
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Swallow populations across North America are experiencing incredible declines and Dal students are attempting to figure out why.