Research
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 AV整氈窒 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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Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Dr. Penny Corkum's research has led to an innovative new eHealth professional development program for teachers, one that provides evidence-based interventions to students with mental health disorders in the classroom setting.
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Julia Wright (Department of English) and Marsha Campbell-Yeo (School of Nursing) were recognized this week by the Royal Society of Canada, the country's National Academy of distinguished scholars, artists and scientists.
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
As Canadian kids head back to school, many will be hungry. Dal health promotion prof Sara Kirk discusses how, lacking fruits, vegetables and other nutritious foods, these kids will suffer mood problems, disease and low academic performance.
Friday, September 8, 2017
Fifty-seven AV整氈窒 researchers from six different faculties have received more than $8 million in Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Discovery Grants.
Friday, September 8, 2017
With more farmers now adopting automatic milking systems, researchers like Dal Agriculture PhD student Allan Thomson are looking into some of their potential environmental impacts.