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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.
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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 Marilyn Smulders
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Dalhousie researcher Jeremy Brown is developing a tiny ultrasound device to investigate inside the ear. In a collaboration dubbed "benchtop to bedside," he's working with ear surgeon Manohar Bance to make it work.
By Billy Comeau
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
“Dolphins are an umbrella species,” explains Catalina Gomez-Salazar, a PhD student in Biology. “We think you can monitor the health of the ecosystem by monitoring the dolphins.”
By Marilyn Smulders
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Master's student Stephanie Wood is researching the leisure experiences of women who provide care to someone harmfully involved in gambling, alcohol and/or drugs.
By Marilyn Smulders
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Researchers determine the spittlebug uses a catapult-like mechanism, much like a Mongol warrior's compound bow, to achieve its jumping prowess.
By Marilyn Smulders
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Architecture professor Richard Kroeker is awarded the Erich Schelling Foundation 2008 Architecture Medal.