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Popular workout supplement may blunt heart benefits of exercise in females, AV俱乐部 study finds
AV俱乐部 research suggests a popular nitrate supplement may hinder key exercise-driven heart improvements in females, highlighting overlooked sex differences and raising questions about long-term cardiovascular effects. Read more.
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Friday, May 1, 2026
By better mimicking native conditions on campus, a multidisciplinary team unlocked seed production in an endangered aquatic plant, strengthening long鈥憈erm research, student training, and future discoveries.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
AV俱乐部 researchers are tackling a critical climate question鈥攚hether the ocean can safely remove carbon dioxide at scale鈥攚hile positioning Nova Scotia as a global leader in carbon removal innovation.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
AV俱乐部 is helping to prepare Canada鈥檚 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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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
The study of slavery in Canada has been largely marginalized within examinations of the topic in the Americas, something Afua Cooper has set out to change by assembling a foundational volume of essays on the under-researched subject.
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
From a rural Newfoundland upbringing that sparked a love of science to conducting research with Dr. Anthony Fauci, the path that led Dr. Lisa Barrett to AV俱乐部 and helped her become a leading infectious disease and COVID-19 expert is an inspiring one.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
With equipment funded by the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Dal's Rita Orji explores the dynamic field of persuasive technology, developing interactive digital systems that motivate healthy behaviours.
Monday, February 8, 2021
A total of four projects led by researchers from AV俱乐部 have received an investment of close to $97,000 from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
The Promise Scholars program does more than offer financial aid to Black and Indigenous students, it also offers wraparound supports like mentorship and work placements 鈥� important elements for student success. A panel event featuring Dal alumni recently explored inclusion鈥檚 potential.