Dal News /news.html Dal News Sat, 02 May 2026 05:37:44 GMT 2026-05-02T05:37:44Z Creating a mini‑Madagascar: Researchers finally get the elusive lace plant to seed /news/2026/05/01/dalhousie-research-biology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Research Biology Science Fri, 01 May 2026 14:06:00 GMT /news/2026/05/01/dalhousie-research-biology.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-05-01T14:06:00Z ÃÀÅ®×ö°® researchers secure major funding through Research Nova Scotia competition /news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÃÀÅ®×ö°® researchers are advancing health, clean energy, ocean science, and food innovation with new partner‑driven funding aimed at turning Nova Scotia research strengths into real‑world solutions. Research Science Medicine Agriculture News Engineering Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-30T11:30:00Z Introducing ÃÀÅ®×ö°®'s honorary degree recipients for Spring Convocation 2026 /news/2026/04/29/introducing-dalhousie-s-honorary-degree-recipients-for-spring-co.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Five outstanding individuals will receive ÃÀÅ®×ö°®'s highest honour during Spring Convocation this year, recognizing achievements in research, global leadership, community impact, and more. News Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/29/introducing-dalhousie-s-honorary-degree-recipients-for-spring-co.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2026-04-30T11:30:00Z ÃÀÅ®×ö°® course brings Indigenous knowledge into engineering education /news/2026/04/29/indigenous-engineering-dalhousie-course.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Developed with Indigenous partners, a new course invites students to explore alternative worldviews and community‑led expertise while considering the broader social responsibilities shaping professional practice. News Engineering Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/29/indigenous-engineering-dalhousie-course.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2026-04-29T11:30:00Z DalSolutions: How ÃÀÅ®×ö°® is helping to transform Nova Scotia into a global hub for carbon removal /news/2026/04/28/dalsolutions-marine-carbon-removal-climate-tech-environment-nova-scotia.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÃÀÅ®×ö°® 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. Research Oceans Science Oceanography Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT /news/2026/04/28/dalsolutions-marine-carbon-removal-climate-tech-environment-nova-scotia.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-28T15:00:00Z A warmer welcome: ÃÀÅ®×ö°® reimagines its Welcome Centre for a new generation of students /news/2026/04/24/welcome-centre-refresh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A refreshed space, playful design elements, and a focus on connection are reshaping how prospective students experience Dal, turning a first visit into something memorable, personal, and distinctly Nova Scotian. Student Life News Community & Culture Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/24/welcome-centre-refresh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-04-24T11:30:00Z ÃÀÅ®×ö°® deepens ties to one of the world's leading veterinary colleges /news/2026/04/23/royal-veterinary-college-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This agreement between ÃÀÅ®×ö°® and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in London, UK establishes a framework for enhanced international collaboration in areas including academic exchange, research, student mobility, and exploration of veterinary degree pathways. Agriculture News Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/23/royal-veterinary-college-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2026-04-23T11:30:00Z When exam season peaks, the library becomes more than a study space /news/2026/04/22/exams-dalhousie-library.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments. Libraries Student Life News Community & Culture Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:18:00 GMT /news/2026/04/22/exams-dalhousie-library.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-04-22T13:18:00Z Dal student‑athlete Melina Collins honoured for building community beyond the court /news/2026/04/21/community-growth-award-melina-collins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program. Student Life Arts and Social Sciences Science Community & Culture Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/21/community-growth-award-melina-collins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Farrah Smith 2026-04-21T11:30:00Z ÃÀÅ®×ö°® and King’s relaunch journalism–law program amid shifting media realities /news/2026/04/17/law-journalism-dalhousie-kings.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Unique in Canada, the four‑year joint JD/MJ program links legal training with journalism practice to prepare graduates for work at the intersection of media, law and public policy. Law News Community & Culture Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/17/law-journalism-dalhousie-kings.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Katherine O’Brien 2026-04-17T11:30:00Z The next frontier of AI is biological digital twins /news/2026/04/16/ai-digital-biological-twins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Canada has the research capacity, agricultural diversity and governance credibility to shape this emerging field — if it acts early, argues Dal's Dr. Suresh Neethirajan in Policy Options.. Agriculture Computer Science Research Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/16/ai-digital-biological-twins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Suresh Neethirajan 2026-04-16T11:30:00Z Starting small, thinking big: How Truro Start sparked Sophie Cramm’s path to animal science /news/2026/04/15/truro-start-dalhousie-student-experience.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews What began as a plan to study Marine Biology shifted after Sophie Cramm’s first year in Truro, where hands-on experiences sparked a lasting passion for Animal Science. Agriculture Student Life Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/15/truro-start-dalhousie-student-experience.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2026-04-15T11:30:00Z From 'scandalous' cycling trousers to velvet gowns, students revive 1897 fashion /news/2026/04/13/dalhousie-historical-dress-showcase.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Step inside this year’s Historical Dress showcase for an up‑close look at the craftsmanship, collaboration and historical detail behind the garments students spent a year bringing to life. Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Theatre Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/13/dalhousie-historical-dress-showcase.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Linden Thomas 2026-04-14T11:30:00Z In photos: Students score big for community at annual Engineering vs Commerce game /news/2026/04/10/engineering-dal-commerce-hockey-game.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Engineering and Commerce students clashed on ice in a hockey rivalry raising $75,000 for cancer care and community, proof the biggest win came off the rink. Management Engineering Community & Culture Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/10/engineering-dal-commerce-hockey-game.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Photos by Nick Pearce 2026-04-10T11:30:00Z ‘Aha!’ moments in the garden: Zara Munas’s path through Dal's Master Gardener program /news/2026/04/10/master-gardener-program-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From Sri Lanka to Labrador, one gardener is deepening her skills through hands‑on learning and inspiring others to grow their knowledge. Agriculture News Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/10/master-gardener-program-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kamryn Allen 2026-04-10T11:30:00Z Formula for success: Dal chemistry postdoc named to two prestigious programs for emerging science leaders /news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Research Science Chemistry News Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-04-09T11:30:00Z Gold standard: Dal Tigers celebrate excellence at Black and Gold Athletic Awards /news/2026/04/08/tigers-celebrated-end-of-year-with-some-big-wins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Record-setting performances and standout leadership were highlighted, with Cara MacDonald, Lukas Rudaitis, and fellow student-athletes earning top honours across sports, academics, and community impact. Sports Student Life News Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:51:00 GMT /news/2026/04/08/tigers-celebrated-end-of-year-with-some-big-wins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÃÀÅ®×ö°® Sports Information 2026-04-08T17:51:00Z Capturing the stars from the roof of the world: Dal‑built camera provides new perspective on the universe /news/2026/04/07/new-fred-young-submillimeter-telescope.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new telescope located 5,600 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes will give scientists new insights into how galaxies formed beginning in the early universe and how stars are born in our own galaxy. Research Physics and Atmospheric Science Science Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT /news/2026/04/07/new-fred-young-submillimeter-telescope.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-07T09:00:00Z Blazing performance: Materials engineering student wins 3 Minute Thesis /news/2026/04/02/3mt-final-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÃÀÅ®×ö°®â€™s fast‑paced 3MT finals spotlighted student innovation, with materials engineering PhD student Claire Floras rising to the top by translating complex battery science into a compelling, judge‑winning pitch. News Graduate Studies Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:35:00 GMT /news/2026/04/02/3mt-final-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mia Samardzic 2026-04-02T13:35:00Z Build, code, compete: Dal robotics contest tests future engineers /news/2026/04/02/robotics-competition-dalhousie-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Engineering students got one shot to prove themselves in ÃÀÅ®×ö°®â€™s annual robotics design competition last week, as their autonomous robots navigated a demanding course following weeks of trial, error and late-night problem-solving. Student Life News Engineering Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/02/robotics-competition-dalhousie-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2026-04-02T11:30:00Z Meet Tina Simpkin, meteorologist and special alumni guest /news/2026/04/02/sciographies-tina-simplin-meteorologist-alumni.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews In this special alumni episode of Sciographies, we sit down with Tina Simpkin (BSc’94, DMet’95), a familiar voice to many Nova Scotians as a meteorologist with CBC. Alumni Physics and Atmospheric Science Science Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT /news/2026/04/02/sciographies-tina-simplin-meteorologist-alumni.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2026-04-02T08:00:00Z How ÃÀÅ®×ö°®â€™s 2025 Top Co‑op Students of the Year made their mark /news/2026/03/31/work-integrated-learning-coop-awards-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews See how this year’s top co‑op students turned professional opportunities into impressive results, earning ÃÀÅ®×ö°®â€™s highest honour for work‑integrated learning. Student Life News Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:15:00 GMT /news/2026/03/31/work-integrated-learning-coop-awards-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan Shields and Meredith Murray 2026-03-31T11:15:00Z Hackers, barns, and breakfast: Why agriculture needs cybersecurity /news/2026/03/30/agriculture-technology-artificial-intelligence.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Connected barns and automated livestock systems are boosting efficiency but also opening the door to cyber threats, writes Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, a ÃÀÅ®×ö°® researcher working to secure Canada’s digital farms Agriculture Computer Science Research Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/30/agriculture-technology-artificial-intelligence.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Suresh Neethirajan 2026-03-30T11:30:00Z The race to the 2026 3MT title enters its final week: Meet the finalists /news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Thirteen finalists will compete on March 31 for the 2026 3MT title — including the first‑ever undergraduate honours contender in the new wildcard category. Student Life Research News Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Joshua Boyter 2026-03-27T23:30:00Z Impact Awards spotlight Dal’s vibrant culture of student achievement /news/2026/03/26/impact-awards-spotlight-dal-s-vibrant-culture-of-student-achieve.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal’s 15th annual Impact Awards brought students, faculty, and staff together to celebrate remarkable contributions in community service, student life, leadership, and society involvement across every corner of campus. Student Life Community & Culture Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/26/impact-awards-spotlight-dal-s-vibrant-culture-of-student-achieve.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jeffrey Lawton 2026-03-26T14:00:00Z