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From È«¹ú̽»¨ to the hit TV show The Pitt: A Nova Scotia innovation changing emergency care

From È«¹ú̽»¨ to the hit TV show The Pitt: A Nova Scotia innovation changing emergency care

A Nova Scotia‑engineered Ring Rescue device, born at È«¹ú̽»¨ and now used across North America, appeared in an episode of the award‑sweeping medical drama this week, showcasing real-life emergency innovation.  Read more.

Featured News

Renée Hartleib
Monday, March 23, 2026
Inspired in an entrepreneurship class by old, slimy greens, Jay Wilmot is the founder and CEO of Canada’s first fully automated greenhouse operation, producing up to 12,000 pounds of crisp, fresh lettuce every day.
Emma Sutro
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
From international engineering projects to transformative support for Dal students, Richard Murray’s lifelong commitment to people continues to inspire the community he uplifted.
Emm Campbell
Thursday, October 3, 2024
There was a time when Maeghan Tavener (BA’19) thought they might have to give up dance and theatre due to chronic illness. They found a way back to their passion and are making space for more disabled artists like them.

Archives - Alumni

Dawn Morrison
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Fountain School Administrative Officer Lesley Brechin (BA’90) didn’t set out to create a legacy at Dal, but she is doing exactly that. Her dedicated work and philanthropy to the Fountain School of Performing Arts is shaping cultural space on campus and in the community.
Emma Geldart
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Recent Agriculture alum Jessica Fogarty ('05) has taken her love of nature into a whole new direction with her wild crafting and herbal business based in Cape Breton.
Ryan McNutt
Monday, January 22, 2018
A Commerce alum might seem an unlikely author for a new piece of È«¹ú̽»¨ music. But with "The Eagle and Shield," a composition built on years of self-trained music experience, Paul St-Amand has crafted a celebratory anthem fitting for the university's bicentennial.
Staff
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
As co-founder and chief scientist of LightSail Energy, Danielle Fong (BSc'05) is leading the development of a potentially revolutionary method of storing energy in air and water.
Nicole Maunsell
Monday, December 18, 2017
For Dal Agriculture grad Seonaid MacDonell, the Master of Environmental Management program offers new opportunities to be an advocate and an ambassador for agriculture in Nova Scotia.