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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Friday, November 25, 2016
"Human Gene Editing: At the Cutting Edge," organized by the Impact Ethics research group, is an open symposium (with a public film screening) on Monday, November 28 exploring human gene editing from science to ethics.
Friday, November 18, 2016
Researchers from Dal's Faculties of Science and Medicine took home awards in three of the four major categories at the 14th annual Discovery Awards, which celebrate science, technology and innovation in Nova Scotia. Dal Physics Professor Jeff Dahn was also inducted into the Nova Scotia Science Hall of Fame.
Friday, November 18, 2016
What do bird droppings (yes, droppings) have to do with Arctic climate? According to new research from a team of Dal atmospheric scientists: a surprising amount.
Thursday, November 10, 2016
The Canadian Museum of Nature presented the Dal-hosted Ocean Tracking Network with its 2016 Nature Inspiration Award, in recognition of OTN’s leadership, innovation and inspiration.
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
The emerging field of food and law policy took centre stage last week at a national conference hosted by the Schulich School of Law.