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ÈâÈ⴫ý launches Atlantic AI Institute to help shape responsible AI in the region

ÈâÈ⴫ý launches Atlantic AI Institute to help shape responsible AI in the region

A new Dal-hosted research institute will connect researchers, students, partners and communities to advance AI research, learning and innovation rooted in Atlantic Canada.  Read more.

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ÈâÈ⴫ý researchers help identify new Ebola variant and potential treatment
ÈâÈ⴫ý researchers help identify new Ebola variant and potential treatment
Dayna Park
Friday, August 7, 2026
Combining genomic analysis, computer modelling, and international collaboration, ÈâÈ⴫ý scientists are helping shape the global response to an Ebola outbreak this year.
Dal researcher co‑leads first Canadian network studying the impact of human‑animal bonds
Dal researcher co‑leads first Canadian network studying the impact of human‑animal bonds
Dawn Morrison
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
A national collaboration will connect researchers and community partners to explore how relationships with animals can strengthen resilience, improve well-being and inform policy.
Research with bite: Dal PhD student takes community‑informed shark conservation research to the global stage
Research with bite: Dal PhD student takes community‑informed shark conservation research to the global stage
Kenneth Conrad
Friday, July 31, 2026
Dal PhD student Zoya Tyabji’s approach to shark and ray conservation in South Asia earned her a keynote speaker spot at the world’s largest gathering of shark and ray researchers earlier this year.

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Ask an expert: Why are we seeing measles outbreaks across Canada and who should get vaccinated?
Alison Auld
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Canada is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in more than a decade. A Dal infectious disease doctor explains what's at stake.
‘Research knows no borders’: Physics prof recognized for leadership and research excellence
Kenneth Conrad
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Dr. Kevin Hewitt, one of three 2025 Holland Award recipients, feels excited about joining a new community of scholars and the doors it will open for him and other researchers seeking to make an impact.
‘A painless flash of light’: Biomedical Engineering student wins 3 Minute Thesis
Josh Boyter
Friday, March 21, 2025
PhD student Ahmed Ramadan emerged with first prize and the people’s choice award for his engaging presentation about a patient-friendly approach to treating dangerous heart arrhythmias.
Dal scientist and partners spot 'cosmic fuel tank' in faraway cluster of galaxies
Alison Auld
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The discovery of the hidden gas reservoir in the distant universe could be key to understanding the intense star formation — roughly 10,000 times faster than the Milky Way — seen in a cluster of galaxies just beginning to form.
Musk’s ruthless approach to efficiency is not translating well to the U.S. government
Peter Vanberkel
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Elon Musk’s ruthless drive for efficiency has served him exceptionally well tech startups, but can the same approach work in government where the stakes are much higher?