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Ground-breaking research

As one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities, the Faculty of Science at Â鶹´«Ã½, Canada offers a wide array of scientific research opportunities for students with a strong focus on both field and lab-based training.

To build our international research reputation, we have established a world-class research environment and facilities, while promoting a culture of discovery and excellence, and high-calibre research activity. Grounded in discovery, innovation, and impact, our research programs are designed to ensure that our research and industry collaborations have an even stronger influence on the local, regional and global landscape.

The Faculty of Science also collaborates closely with the and the Clean Technologies Research Institute.

Our facilities

Ever wanted to observe marine life or study tropical ecology? You can do both under the same roof here. The Faculty of Science is home to dozens of unique, world-class research facilities.

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Discoveries

Our internationally recognized scholars champion transformative scientific research and discovery. With 17 Canada Research Chairs, and over 600 active research grants, our faculty are discovering new knowledge and translating our discoveries into applications that benefit our communities.

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Undergraduate and graduate research

Conducting research in laboratory and field courses is usually how you get your start in research.  Later you may continue on to conduct independent research through an Honours program or a scholarship program that supports student research during the summer.

Build research into your degree
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Sciographies

Sciographies is a podcast and radio program on CKDU 88.1 FM from Â鶹´«Ã½ that celebrated its fifth season in 2023. The show introduces listeners to the scientific community at the top university in Nova Scotia. Each episode explores events in the guest’s life that led to a career in science, while also exploring their research.

Listen to an episode of Sciographies

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