Research
Unique study seeks clarity about the effects of cannabis on teen brains
Dal researchers are trying to better understand the potential relationship between cannabis use and brain development in teens, particularly among those who've experienced psychotic-like experiences. Read more.
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
Dr. Elaine Craig's Mainstreaming Porn: Sexual Integrity and the Law Online explores how law, policy, and social measures can address the harmful consequences of algorithm-driven mainstream porn.
Thursday, October 3, 2024
This week, on the season premiere of Sciographies, meet Dr. Aaron MacNeil, a marine biologist and professor. In this episode, Dr. MacNeil reflects on his journey from growing up in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, to becoming a leading researcher in fisheries ecology.Â
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Artificial intelligence tools are power hungry, generating huge emissions through electricity consumption. Computer Science's Dr. Tushar Sharma is striving to clean them up.
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Thursday, November 23, 2023
New Ä¢¹½AV Killam scholars and existing research chairs were celebrated at an event on campus last month.
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The tidal wetland-dykeland landscape of the iconic Bay of Fundy provides natural benefits for the well-being of its communities. However, climate change threatens its future, as a new report co-led by Dal researchers shows.
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.
Monday, November 20, 2023
As seas rise, it is clear that traditional coastal defence approaches are unable to keep pace. Nature-based solutions offer considerable potential to protect coasts, people and biodiversity.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Dal PhD candidate Joseph Bedard won the prestigious Falling Walls global competition in Berlin, Germany last week for his pitch on using air to create plastics. Read our Q&A with this researcher on the rise.