Research
Capturing the stars from the roof of the world: Dal‑built camera provides new perspective on the universe
A new telescope located 5,600 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes will give scientists new insights into how galaxies formed beginning in the early universe and how stars are born in our own galaxy. Read more.
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Thursday, April 9, 2026
Known for rethinking materials production and championing inclusive science, Dr. Blaine Fiss is gaining global recognition and momentum as he moves toward the next stage of his academic career.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Canada has the research capacity, agricultural diversity and governance credibility to shape this emerging field — if it acts early, argues Dal's Dr. Suresh Neethirajan in Policy Options..
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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Thursday, May 29, 2008
In recent decades, questions about who "owns" or has the right to benefit from the past have emerged as highly contentious issues in archaeology and related disciplines. “We have to work harder at engaging communities in a way that is not about dominating, but rather respects their rights and practices," says Prof. Brian Noble. "This means getting beyond the presumption that heritage is merely there for the taking.”
Friday, May 16, 2008
With $2-million in funding from Lockheed Martin, Dalhousie will carry out basic scientific research in the area of quantum computing, physics and material sciences.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Dalhousie professor Dr. David Hoskin is named to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation — Atlantic Region Endowed Chair in Breast Cancer Research
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Mark Asbridge, assistant professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Community Health at Dalhousie, is researching the risk of cannabis use behind the wheel.
Monday, May 12, 2008
Dalhousie professor emerita Barbara Keddy discusses theories of causes and types of treatments for fibromyalgia.