Scientists who study the ocean have access to more sophisticated data than ever before yet are at risk of squandering it if they fail to explore and harness that information for good, said one of Dal's top ocean research leaders at an international conference this month.

Horses roam free around the world. In the Alberta foothills, their management has become contentious, writes SRES prof Tony Walker.

Consumers are increasingly concerned about the sustainability of their fish, writes PhD candidate Jenny Weitzman. Here's her advice on how to navigate the sometimes murky waters of responsible fish consumption.

Economist Lars Osberg discusses economic inequality, insecurity, and well-being — topics that have dominated his distinguished research career, including in his latest award-winning book, "The Age of Increasing Inequality: The Astonishing Rise of Canada’s 1%"

The urgent issues facing Canada during the election are not less urgent now that the election is over, writes assisant professor Ajay Parasram. The prime minister is going to have to reinvent himself and commit to some important compromises.