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Dal researcher Dr. Rita Orji named Fellow of the International Science Council

Dal researcher Dr. Rita Orji named Fellow of the International Science Council

The latest international recognition caps a remarkable stretch of honours and recognition for the Dal computer scientist, who has emerged as a global leader in responsible and human-centred AI.  Read more.

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Mia Samardzic
Friday, October 23, 2026
The annual Killam Celebration brings together Killam laureates, alumni and their guests to welcome the university’s newest award recipients and celebrate the lasting impact of the Killam Trusts at Dalhousie. 
Jennifer Cameron
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
More than 1,500 participants gathered across 18 events to explore big ideas, build partnerships and turn promising concepts into real-world solutions.
Matt Reeder
Friday, October 9, 2026
As national priorities evolve, Dal researchers, students and partners are contributing expertise, innovation and talent to challenges spanning the ocean, Arctic and beyond.

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By Ryan McNutt
Friday, March 13, 2009
PhD student Emily Burton is exploring the rise of rum in the region from the early 18th century through to around 1830.
By Rebecca Schneidereit
Monday, March 2, 2009
Professor Judith Thompson picks up the trail of the Romantic poet time forgot.
By Marilyn Smulders
Monday, February 9, 2009
History student Robin Greene is studying 16th century climate change.
By Amanda Pelham
Monday, February 9, 2009
Scientists are studying blasted pine, spruce, birch and fir trees to assess the impact of climate change in the far north.
By Marilyn Smulders
Friday, January 30, 2009
With the right interventions, Dal student Erica Corbett says the transmission of the HIV virus from mother to child is preventable.