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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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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy’s annual assessment of the world’s top universities places Dal in the top 400 globally and the top 17 nationally.
Friday, August 11, 2023
Arad Gharagozli’s Galaxia Mission Systems will use the new investment from the Canadian government to build and launch two nanosatellites into orbit.
Thursday, August 10, 2023
A young great white shark found on a Nova Scotia beach this summer gave students an exceptionally rare opportunity to see up close one of the ocean's most endangered and mythic creatures, while helping in the search for clues as to what led to its death.
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
The Province of Nova Scotia, in partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, has announced the development and funding of a Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program at Dal that is poised to help alleviate some of the burden faced by physicians and provide a pathway to meet the health-care needs of Nova Scotians.
Monday, July 31, 2023
Drs. Megan Bailey and Tom Ue are the first to receive the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, a new award launched by ÆÞÓÑ this year to recognize individuals and groups at the university dedicated to building a better community through education, learning and outreach.