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Formula for success: Dal chemistry postdoc named to two prestigious programs for emerging science leaders

Formula for success: Dal chemistry postdoc named to two prestigious programs for emerging science leaders

Known for rethinking materials production and championing inclusive science, Dr. Blaine Fiss is gaining global recognition and momentum as he moves toward the next stage of his academic career.  Read more.

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Blazing performance: Materials engineering student wins 3 Minute Thesis
Blazing performance: Materials engineering student wins 3 Minute Thesis
Mia Samardzic
Thursday, April 2, 2026
±«Óătv’s fast‑paced 3MT finals spotlighted student innovation, with materials engineering PhD student Claire Floras rising to the top by translating complex battery science into a compelling, judge‑winning pitch.
Gold standard: Dal Tigers celebrate excellence at Black and Gold Athletic Awards
Gold standard: Dal Tigers celebrate excellence at Black and Gold Athletic Awards
±«Óătv Sports Information
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Record-setting performances and standout leadership were highlighted, with Cara MacDonald, Lukas Rudaitis, and fellow student-athletes earning top honours across sports, academics, and community impact.
From energy hog to efficiency leader: Dal's largest library cuts energy use by more than 50% with retrofit
From energy hog to efficiency leader: Dal's largest library cuts energy use by more than 50% with retrofit
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus.

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With $2.5M gift, Dal’s Dallaire Institute boosts early warning efforts to prevent recruitment of child soldiers
Jodi Reid
Thursday, December 1, 2022
The gift from the Waverley House Foundation will support the “Early Warning to Early Action” predictive model developed through the Dallaire Institute’s Knowledge for Prevention research project.
‘More than just a job’: School of Social Work director reflects on two decades of accessibility advocacy
Jane Doucet
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Research, mentoring, advocacy, community leadership: there's not much Dr. Judy MacDonald hasn't done when it comes to pushing for advances in accessibility at Dal and beyond. And this year, she's been recognized for her work with a President’s Award for the Advancement of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility.
Accessibility in action: Inside Dal's plan to build a better campus for all
Matt Reeder
Monday, November 28, 2022
±«Óătv's Accessibility Plan, released this past summer, lays out a detailed roadmap for ensuring the university meets Nova Scotia's goal of being fully accessible by 2030.
Rooted in community: ±«Óătv innovators celebrated for their impact in Nova Scotia and beyond at Discovery Awards
Andrew Riley
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Last night’s 20th annual Discovery Awards, co-presented by ±«Óătv, was a moment to celebrate university innovators who are inspiring the next generation of Nova Scotian scientists.
Board approves new guaranteed tuition model for future international undergrads
Staff
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
On Tuesday, the Board of Governors approved a new international tuition model for future students featuring a tuition guarantee and fees better aligned with Dal’s national peers — all of which is poised to bring significant investments in Dal’s student experience.