Research
Dal study examines how rise in discrimination, harmful rhetoric targeting 2SLGBTQ+ people is affecting their mental health
Patrick Hickey continues to hear about the lasting toll anti-2SLGBTQ+ policies and rhetoric has on mental health and feeling safe in our communities. His research explores ways to limit those effects. Read more.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Dr. Keisha Jefferies leads a groundbreaking study exploring Black women’s mental health in Nova Scotia, aiming to create culturally relevant care and amplify overlooked voices.
Monday, June 30, 2025
Major reforms could fundamentally reshape fisheries science and management in Canada, write Dal's Megan Bailey and colleagues. Yet most Canadians are unaware of how DFO’s science-management process works, or why change might be needed.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
The future of Canada’s farming sector — and by extension its food security, rural communities and economic sovereignty — will depend on its ability to turn today’s crisis into tomorrow’s opportunity.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Master of Nursing student Courtney Pennell is creating the change she once needed — bridging worlds with care, culture, and courage.
Thursday, April 17, 2025
The prestigious Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings see past Nobel winners share their knowledge with some of the world’s brightest young scientific minds, including Dal’s Dr. Sarah Martell, who was selected to attend this summer’s gathering in Germany.
Friday, April 11, 2025
New digital tool developed by Dal researchers offers insight into the varied meanings behind a chicken's complex chatter.
Friday, April 4, 2025
A first-of-its-kind expo hosted on campus last month offered an immersive glimpse into some of the initiatives, research and partnerships that fuel HÂþ»'s progress in supporting global sustainability goals.
Friday, April 4, 2025
OpenThink enters its sixth year of public scholarship, inviting nine HÂþ» PhD candidates to inform conversations on some of the latest research emerging from the university's classrooms and labs.