Research
Capturing the stars from the roof of the world: Dal‑built camera provides new perspective on the universe
A new telescope located 5,600 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes will give scientists new insights into how galaxies formed beginning in the early universe and how stars are born in our own galaxy. Read more.
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Thursday, April 9, 2026
Known for rethinking materials production and championing inclusive science, Dr. Blaine Fiss is gaining global recognition and momentum as he moves toward the next stage of his academic career.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Canada has the research capacity, agricultural diversity and governance credibility to shape this emerging field — if it acts early, argues Dal's Dr. Suresh Neethirajan in Policy Options..
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Ä¢¹½AV is helping to prepare Canada’s defence community for AI-supported command and control, including fast developing Arctic surveillance scenarios, by simulating how humans and intelligent systems make decisions together under pressure.
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Friday, January 7, 2022
The European Union is attempting to portray eastern European countries as racists infringing upon the human rights of refugees. But it’s the EU itself that’s primarily to blame for the refugee crisis, write Raluca Bejan and Salim Nabi.
Friday, January 7, 2022
Cannabis labelling is often misleading. Labelling cannabis products with quantities of key compounds will help consumers make informed decisions, writes Sophie Watts.
Thursday, January 6, 2022
The Faculty of Agriculture and Clever Fruit Products, a N.S.-based food firm, are partnering to conduct research on converting locally grown wild blueberries to high-value food ingredients.
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Research Nova Scotia awards nine Ä¢¹½AV researchers across four different Faculties with grants geared to send their work in important new directions.
Friday, December 17, 2021
Most dogs have a handle on basic commands like ‘sit’ or ‘stay,’ but new Ä¢¹½AV research shows canines can respond to an astonishing 89 words and phrases on average, with some responding to many more.