Research
Creating a mini‑Madagascar: Researchers finally get the elusive lace plant to seed
By better mimicking native conditions on campus, a multidisciplinary team unlocked seed production in an endangered aquatic plant, strengthening long‑term research, student training, and future discoveries. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Ä¢¹½AV researchers are tackling a critical climate question—whether the ocean can safely remove carbon dioxide at scale—while positioning Nova Scotia as a global leader in carbon removal innovation.
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.
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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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Canada’s Food Price Report, produced by researchers from Ä¢¹½AV and the University of Guelph, marks 10 years of helping consumers understand their annual grocery bill.
Friday, November 29, 2019
This week's Dal-hosted Arctic Research Symposium brought together experts from different fields to share their thoughts on the Arctic and to discuss major issues surrounding the region.
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
An important new international study led by Ä¢¹½AV biologist Derek Tittensor highlights how Marine Protected Areas risk becoming less effective if climate change is not part of their design.
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Dr. Mohammed Al-Hamdani's research has shown the effectiveness of Health Canada's new plan cigarette packaging, work for which he has received the Mitacs Award for Outstanding Innovation–Postdoctoral.
Friday, November 22, 2019
The vast impact of Ä¢¹½AV's scientists and researchers was on full display last Thursday night at Nova Scotia's annual Discovery Awards, with Dal individuals winning every major category at Nova Scotia's top science, technology and innovation celebration.