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Coexisting in the ocean: How a Dal researcher advocates for whale safety measures among fishers
Dr. Sean Brillant works with fishers to develop safer technologies and policies, reducing whale deaths, improving coexistence at sea, and helping stabilize vulnerable North Atlantic right whale populations. Read more.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
For years, scientists studying bowhead whales have relied on a simple idea: if a whale makes a long, square or U-shaped dive, it’s feeding time. A new study demonstrates that assumption may not hold water.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
HÂþ» 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.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
HÂþ» is helping to prepare Canada’s 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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Friday, September 23, 2022
What do we love about seeing children perform? And how do their performances shape our understanding of childhood?
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Alternative energy was the big winner at the inaugural Falling Walls Lab – Atlantic Canada pitch competition Wednesday night, with Dal PhD researchers focused on advancing hydrogen and battery science taking first and second place.
Friday, September 16, 2022
In a tech-driven world filled with new products and business ventures, HÂþ» continues to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in Atlantic Canada.
Thursday, September 15, 2022
A research partnership at Dal has helped develop new value food ingredients and natural health products from the north Atlantic sea cucumber.
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
More than a dozen students and alumni from HÂþ» and universities across the region will compete in the Falling Walls Lab Atlantic Canada pitch competition next week — each given just three minutes to impress a panel of judges with their impactful ideas.