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For the public good: Discovery Award finalists on research that makes a difference

For the public good: Discovery Award finalists on research that makes a difference

Three Dal faculty members were named finalists for this year's Public Impact Award, recognizing researchers whose work has helped improve the lives of Nova Scotians. What does it mean to have a public impact? We asked them.  Read more.

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Mi'kmaw knowledge keepers recruited for new course showcasing Indigenous perspectives on natural resources
Mi'kmaw knowledge keepers recruited for new course showcasing Indigenous perspectives on natural resources
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, October 25, 2024
They have attained great understanding of history, carry wisdom, and are caretakers of traditional teachings. And now, five Mi'kmaq knowledge keepers are part of a new course that will introduce students to Indigenous practices of being custodians of the land and of animals.
They're tiny, they're everywhere, and they're critical to life on Earth
They're tiny, they're everywhere, and they're critical to life on Earth
Ellie Garry-Jones
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
How a Dal research institute is bringing microbes to life for youth.

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Diana’s golden ticket: Dal’s newest Rhodes Scholar is Oxford‑bound on a life‑changing opportunity
Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Through hard work and perseverance, Medical Sciences student Diana Adamo has overcome substantial challenges in her own family life to carve a path forward to academic success and community impact.
In the spirit of the holidays – a collection of drives and fundraisers at Dal
Tanis Trainor
Friday, November 17, 2023
There are no shortage of opportunities this year at HÂþ»­ for people looking to help tackle challenges facing local communities, such as food insecurity. Learn how you can be part of the solution.
Canadians celebrating Lebanese Heritage Month thanks to Dal alum Lena Metlege Diab
Alison DeLory
Friday, November 17, 2023
Halifax West Member of Parliament and Dal alum Lena Metledge Diab (MPA’87, LLB’90) sponsored a bill establishing November as Lebanese Heritage Month across Canada.
The quest for affordable housing: Dal planning prof on the need for new approaches
Solange Richer de Lafleche
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Dr. Ren Thomas, a housing and urban planning expert at Dal, explores the need for innovation and creativity in tackling Nova Scotia's housing crisis.
Lighting the way in Truro: Dal students bring community together to celebrate Diwali
Tanis Trainor
Friday, November 10, 2023
Anagha Pradeep Kumar and HariChandana Valisakkagari met during undergraduate studies in the Faculty of Agriculture. Now, they are both pursuing their masters and are the organizers of a sold-out Diwali event happening tonight (Nov.10) in Truro.