/faculty/engineering/news-events/news.html AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ RSS News Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:09:25 GMT 2024-11-16T06:09:25Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/11/12/dr__paul_amyotte__p_eng__honoured_as_discovery_centre_hall_of_fame_award_winner.html Amyotte, a professor in AV¾ãÀÖ²¿â€™s Department of Process and Applied Science Engineering, will be honoured this week for his outstanding and globally recognized contributions to science and technology. News Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/11/12/dr__paul_amyotte__p_eng__honoured_as_discovery_centre_hall_of_fame_award_winner.html Engineering Communications 2024-11-12T16:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/31/jon_totten_s_unexpected_journey_to_teaching_excellence.html Jon Totten from AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Engineering's Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science has been awarded this year's Sexton Awards for Teaching Excellence News Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/31/jon_totten_s_unexpected_journey_to_teaching_excellence.html Engineering Communications 2024-10-31T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/24/dal_solutions__breakthrough_poised_to_transform_wastewater_treatment_worldwide.html AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ researchers and their industrial partners have piloted the world’s first municipal-scale UV LED reactor for wastewater treatment. News Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/24/dal_solutions__breakthrough_poised_to_transform_wastewater_treatment_worldwide.html Andrew Riley 2024-10-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/18/grad_profile__a_revolutionizing_journey_in_additive_manufacturing.html Tharuka Nanayakkara Kuruppu knew he wanted to be part of something big—an industry that could transform the world. Additive Manufacturing (AM), with its potential to revolutionize traditional manufacturing, was the ideal path. News Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/18/grad_profile__a_revolutionizing_journey_in_additive_manufacturing.html Engineering Communications 2024-10-18T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/10/a_solar_journey__jessica_durham_s_first_year_at_dalhousie_engineering.html For Jessica Durham, her first year at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿'s Faculty of Engineering was nothing short of a solar experience. News Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/10/a_solar_journey__jessica_durham_s_first_year_at_dalhousie_engineering.html Engineering Communications 2024-10-10T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/08/celebrating_excellence__dalhousie_faculty_recognized_for_remarkable_achievements.html AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Engineering is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of three exceptional faculty members. News Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/08/celebrating_excellence__dalhousie_faculty_recognized_for_remarkable_achievements.html Engineering Communications 2024-10-08T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/02/breaking_boundaries__dr__noreen_kamal_showcases_global_innovation_through_equity_and_inclusion.html The impactful exhibit is part of the IDEA-NS (Improving Diversity In Engineering Across NS) initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Noreen Kamal, a professor who has had a significant impact on the Faculty of Engineering and communities nationwide. News Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/10/02/breaking_boundaries__dr__noreen_kamal_showcases_global_innovation_through_equity_and_inclusion.html Engineering Communications 2024-10-02T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/09/06/justin_d_entremont_s_work_term_with_the_lego_group.html Justin d’Entremont, a Mechanical Engineering student, grew up travelling with his family. Before entering his first co-op work term, he knew he wanted to explore the world further by experiencing Europe. News Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/09/06/justin_d_entremont_s_work_term_with_the_lego_group.html Meredith Murray 2024-09-06T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/09/04/honouring_a_legacy__the_mo_el_hawary_international_student_bursary.html In memory of Dr. Mohamed E. El-Hawary, the Faculty of Engineering has established the Mo El-Hawary International Student Bursary. The bursary will provide financial assistance to international students pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering at Dal, with a special focus on those studying Electrical Engineering. News Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/09/04/honouring_a_legacy__the_mo_el_hawary_international_student_bursary.html Engineering Communications 2024-09-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/08/29/meet_emran_billah__a_visionary_engineer_building_a_better_world.html Emran Billah, a AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Electrical Engineering graduate, co-founded Bluethumb Technologies—a fintech startup dedicated to socially innovative financial solutions—where he now serves as Chief Technical Officer. News Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/08/29/meet_emran_billah__a_visionary_engineer_building_a_better_world.html Engineering Communications 2024-08-29T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/25/blending_the_magic_of_engineering_at_the_happiest_place_on_earth.html In a world of timeless tales and Cinderella’s castle, a young AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ engineering graduate is doing her part to put smiles on the faces of millions of people at the Walt Disney World Resort (WDW) in Florida. News Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/25/blending_the_magic_of_engineering_at_the_happiest_place_on_earth.html Engineering Communications 2024-07-25T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/17/hands_on_learning_in_action__students_gear_up_for_peter_gregson_robotics_design_competition.html Third-year electrical engineering students huddle together in their Design II course, applying the finishing touches to their autonomous robots. The students are gearing up for the Peter Gregson Robotics Design Competition. News Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/17/hands_on_learning_in_action__students_gear_up_for_peter_gregson_robotics_design_competition.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-07-17T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/12/2024_engineering_golf_tournament.html Join Tech, TUNS and AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Engineering alumni and friends for a day of golf and fun at Glen Arbour Golf Course. Events Fri, 12 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/12/2024_engineering_golf_tournament.html Engineering Communications 2024-07-12T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dalhousie_honors_dr__ted_hubbard_for_excellence_in_educational_innovation.html If you’re a AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Mechanical Engineering student, you’ve certainly heard of Dr. Ted Hubbard’s 3D printing course. In fact, the class is so popular, it fills up in under 60 seconds each year. News Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dalhousie_honors_dr__ted_hubbard_for_excellence_in_educational_innovation.html Engineering Communications 2024-07-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/21/empowering_youth_and_transforming_communities__celebrating_international_women_in_engineering_day.html On June 23, we celebrate International Women in Engineering Day - a day dedicated to honouring the achievements of women in engineering and recognizing the powerful bonds and collaborations that drive innovation. News Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/21/empowering_youth_and_transforming_communities__celebrating_international_women_in_engineering_day.html Engineering Communications 2024-06-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/05/hydrogen_applications_research_lab_tour.html Join Dr. Michael Pegg and his research team in the Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science to learn how they are testing the limits of blending hydrogen into the natural gas system and the use of hydrogen-enriched natural gas in household appliances. Events Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/05/hydrogen_applications_research_lab_tour.html Engineering Communications 2024-06-19T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/13/unlocking_the_power_of_green_hydrogen.html Standing amongst an array of appliances, AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Engineering PhD candidate, Theodore Street adjusts the controls on a gas stove and watches as the blue flame begins to burn. This particular stove is running on a blend of natural gas mixed with 5 per cent hydrogen. News Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/13/unlocking_the_power_of_green_hydrogen.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-06-13T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/12/deputy_prime_minister_freeland_champions_federal_research_investments_at_dalhousie_s_water_quality_lab.html In early June the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, toured AV¾ãÀÖ²¿â€™s Water Quality Lab of the Centre for Water Resources Studies (CWRS), followed by a Budget 2024 echo announcement reiterating substantive proposed federal investments in science and research across Canada. News Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/12/deputy_prime_minister_freeland_champions_federal_research_investments_at_dalhousie_s_water_quality_lab.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-06-12T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/11/dalhousie_fsae_electric_vehicle_electrifies_at_new_hampshire_motor_speedway.html Despite a challenging 2023 season, the team is now celebrating an impressive 4th place finish at this year’s Formula Hybrid and Electric event in Loudon, New Hampshire. News Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/11/dalhousie_fsae_electric_vehicle_electrifies_at_new_hampshire_motor_speedway.html James McIntosh and Engineering Communications 2024-06-11T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/03/engineering_alumni_inducted_into_the_tigers_hall_of_fame.html The AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Tigers celebrated the most recent class of inductees to its Hall of Fame. Among this year’s group, were two alumni from the Faculty of Engineering. News Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/06/03/engineering_alumni_inducted_into_the_tigers_hall_of_fame.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-06-03T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/30/alum_honours_engineering_professor_corinne_macdonald_s_impact_as_a_role_model_and_mentor_through_gift.html Damian Daniels (BEng’10) says AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ industrial engineering professor Dr. Corinne MacDonald had a huge impact on his life and career. By giving to a scholarship created in her name, he hopes to do the same for a new generation of women in engineering. News Thu, 30 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/30/alum_honours_engineering_professor_corinne_macdonald_s_impact_as_a_role_model_and_mentor_through_gift.html Mark Campbell 2024-05-30T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/30/mike_davis_is_in_the_business_of_doing_business_differently.html Mike Davis (BEng’01, MEng’08) is the first to admit that he comes from an enormous amount of privilege, and that his intention is to use it to support those with less privilege. News Thu, 30 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/30/mike_davis_is_in_the_business_of_doing_business_differently.html Emily MacKinnon 2024-05-30T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/27/grad_profile__engineering_solutions_for_fellow_students.html Phoenix Doucet-Bernard's journey through the Mechanical Engineering program at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ has been one of advocacy and a deep commitment to community. News Mon, 27 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/27/grad_profile__engineering_solutions_for_fellow_students.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-05-27T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/13/titan_of_industry_and_friend_of_dalhousie__arthur_irving__dies_at_93.html AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ lost a close friend and community member on Monday (May 13, 2024), when business magnate Arthur Irving, 93, the chairman emeritus of Irving Oil, died. His legacy will live on at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿, especially through the Irving Oil Auditorium, and through his support of Dal Engineering students. News Mon, 13 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/13/titan_of_industry_and_friend_of_dalhousie__arthur_irving__dies_at_93.html Alison DeLory 2024-05-13T15:00:00Z /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/10/dal_startup_space_partners_with_province_to_boost_biomedical_innovation.html AV¾ãÀÖ²¿â€™s Emera ideaHUB will receive $650,000 to boost the number of startups enrolled in its ideaBuild program each year, with a particular focus on increasing the number of firms focused on biomedical technology innovation in the province. News Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/engineering/news-events/news/2024/05/10/dal_startup_space_partners_with_province_to_boost_biomedical_innovation.html Theresa Anne Salah 2024-05-10T15:00:00Z