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Solar windows light the way for building-integrated energy Applied Energy Research collaborated with Kohltech to install the first solar photovoltaic window in a building in Atlantic Canada, demonstrating its potential to power everyday office devices and contribute to advancements in sustainable construction. Read about their work.
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Lab to market funding NSCC received $5 million in federal funding to lead the Atlantic Hub of the new College-University Lab to Market Network, which supports student and researcher-driven innovation across the region. Learn more about the first offering - a paid, program that helps aspiring entrepreneurs move their research or ideas closer to market.
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Stronger trees, greener future: Sustainable balsam fir farming NSCC’s Environment and Agriculture Technology Lab is working with the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia to identify and cultivate resilient balsam fir seedlings.
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Students and faculty share research at SPRINT Fund Showcase NSCC students and faculty present research projects they've done in collaboration with industry and community partners. Learn how the SPRINT Fund supports practical research.
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A decade of geomatics research with topo-bathymetric lidar AGRG has leveraged topo-bathymetric lidar technology to revolutionize coastal and aquatic mapping, supporting projects in ecosystem management, aquaculture, oil spill preparedness and climate resilience. Read about their work.
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Applied Research launches new funding for faculty and students We're launching microgrants for NSCC students and faculty looking to do research with industry and community partners. Learn more about this funding opportunity and application details and dates.
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Youth speak out via art – a brighter vision for Dartmouth North Discover how a collaborative research project helped give Dartmouth North’s youth a voice and space to share powerful stories of resilience and hope for their community.
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Building sustainable futures in community development Applied Energy Research and Akoma Holdings collaborated on a blueprint to integrate energy efficiency and renewable solutions into Akoma's future housing developments.
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Meet Chau, a student research intern Dalhousie student Chau talks about her experience working as a summer research intern in the NSCC Environment and Agriculture Technology Lab.
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Social sciences research: Empowering people and communities  Driven by a passion for helping people and finding innovative solutions to societal challenges, Lisa Mader leads research on student homelessness and other critical issues.
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Meet Charlie, electronics intern in Applied Energy Research Lab Hands-on learning and opportunities in applied research propel Charlie Liu towards a fulfilling career in electronics as he explores projects with real-world impact.
A man wearing an NSCC Applied Research t-shirt is leaning over a residential well, seemingly tracking something on his phone with a piece of equipment.
Meet Michael, NSCC grad and research associate taking the next career step NSCC Electronic Engineering grad leveraging his research experience to land a job at Nova Scotia Health as a Biomedical Engineering Technologist.
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Celebrating student research accomplishments Eight NSCC students from across the province, who received Scotia Scholars Awards, presented their self-led, health-related research projects.
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Scaling-up production with renewable energy technologies NSCC Applied Energy Research working with artisan salt company to increase production of their product through sustainable practices and technologies.
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Funding for student research in environmental sustainability NSCC’s new Mitacs Accelerate Umbrella program provides funding for 100 projects a year for the next two years, opening this opportunity to many more students.
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