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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research
One of Canada's highest academic honours goes to Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel for her globally recognized contributions to climate research. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Designed around real-world challenges facing firefighters, the program supports professional growth and helps enhance emergency response capacity in communities throughout Nova Scotia.
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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Roberta Barker, acting dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, reflects on leading one of Dal's largest faculties through the COVID-19 pandemic and the sparks of ingenuity and inspiration that have emerged.
Monday, April 5, 2021
Dr. Orji is the first faculty member from an institution in Atlantic Canada to receive the Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award, a prestigious award given out annually by national non-profit CS-Can|Info-Can.
Thursday, April 1, 2021
In this week鈥檚 column, Dr. Saini discusses the federal government鈥檚 recent announcement that they will collaborate with universities on new research security risk guidelines, and the importance of responding to the changing risk environment to protect Canadian research.
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
John Newhook, dean of the Faculty of Engineering, opens up about the connections between engineering and public health, the future of engineering education at Dal and more.
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
Nova Scotia鈥檚 new premier Iain Rankin visited 妻友 this week, touring the lab of Tesla Canada Research Chair Jeff Dahn and speaking about the province's recent investing in computer science education.