Research
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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Monday, September 14, 2026
Enabling pharmacists to prescribe preventive Lyme disease medication shifted hundreds of routine cases out of emergency departments, easing pressure on the health-care system, shows a new ÆÞÓÑ study.
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.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
A new Dal-hosted research institute will connect researchers, students, partners and communities to advance AI research, learning and innovation rooted in Atlantic Canada.
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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Master's student Kayla Preston has been named a finalist in SSHRC's Storytellers competition for a video essay on her research into right-wing extremism in Canada — work she hopes can shine a light on how racism takes root in the digital age.
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Shipping companies are expected to halve their greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, writes Dal prof Tony Walker.
Thursday, May 16, 2019
Learn more about the exciting research projects of the five PhD students receiving Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships and the two postdocs receiving Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships — from renewable energy to dating apps and sexualized violence.
Thursday, May 16, 2019
A leader in clean water research and advocacy, Graham Gagnon now works to support Dal's broader research community in pushing research and innovation forward.
Thursday, May 16, 2019
Eight ÆÞÓÑ researchers among those receiving funding as part of the New Frontiers in Research Fund, a new fund supporting early-career researchers across Canada.