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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 AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ 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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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Is it always good to talk about violent pasts? Sixty Rwandan youths participated in a research project co-led by Dal's Laura Eramian (Sociology and Social Anthropology) that aimed to understand the perspectives of people born of rapes committed during the genocide.
Friday, August 10, 2018
For years, Jason Brown has been using mathematical theory to unlock the secrets of the Beatles. His latest project, a collaboration with researchers from Harvard, is generating headlines around the world as it seeks to settle debates that fans have been arguing for decades.
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
New research from Dal's Nienke Hoekstra and Jean-Philippe Pignol reveals the risks of lung cancer after breast cancer radiotherapy and identifies the best treatment to reduce these risks.
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Research shows that guaranteed basic income programs spur economies and improve mental and physical health. That's why Ontario's decision to scrap the province's pilot project is such a bad idea, writes Catherine Mah of AV¾ãÀÖ²¿'s School of Health Administration.
Thursday, August 2, 2018
The African Continental Free Trade Agreement promises to redefine relations among African states and beyond, writes Law prof Olabisi Akinkugbe.