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USE OF FORAMINIFERA AND THECAMOEBIANS AS RELIABLE INDICATORS OF MARINE/FRESHWATER TRANSITION ZONES IN SOUTHERN FLORIDA
(2001-04-15)The mangrove environment of Southern Florida is expansive, dominating the much of the southern coastline, including that of the southwestern Everglades. As such, it is a dynamic environment that is constantly readjusting ... -
Using Seismic Noise to Monitor COVID-19 Societal Response in Halifax
(2022-04)Seismometers record signals from more than just earthquakes. Cultural noise, high-frequency seismic noise generated from human activities (e.g., traffic) produces a distinct diurnal signature in frequencies above 1 Hz due ... -
Using small, temporary seismic networks for investigating tectonic deformation: Brittle deformation and evidence for strike-slip faulting in Bhutan
(2007-07)We processed data from a small, five-station temporary seismic network deployed from January 2002 until March 2003 within the Kingdom of Bhutan. We detected, associated, and located approximately 2,100 teleseismic, regional, ... -
Using Vocal Behaviour to Reform the Conservation of Canada Warblers (Wilsonia canadensis)
(2011-03)The Canada Warbler (Wilsonia canadensis) is a declining neotropical migratory songbird that breeds in Canada and the USA and winters in South America. Between 1968 and 2007, its abundance declined an estimated 4.5% per ... -
Veggies on Campus - Where, Why & How Dalhousie Students Access Fresh Produce
(2020-04)In this study, the purchasing patterns of fresh produce amongst Dalhousie students on the Halifax campuses are identified and assessed in order to determine correlating factors and variables pertaining to the logistics ... -
VELOCITY STRUCTURE OF A METHANE HYDRATE STABILITY ZONE, OFFSHORE VANCOUVER ISLAND
(1998-04-15)The occurrence of methane hydrates within marine sediments of the accretionary prism of the Cascadia Margin, offshore Vancouver Island has been inferred by the occurrence of a bottom simulating reflector (BSR), which is ... -
Vermicomposting Pilot Project: in the Life Sciences Center
(2005-04)This research study took place at Dalhousie University on the Studley Campus in the Life Sciences Center (LSC). The purpose of this study was to assess the feasibility of using vermicomposting, or worm composting, as a ... -
Voluntary Carbon Offsets: A Way Forward for the Sustainability Movement at Dalhousie?
(2009-04)With the establishment of the Dalhousie Office of Sustainability in 2007, Dalhousie University confirmed its commitment to sustainably operating the university. In less than two years of operation the office has already ... -
Walkability on University Avenue
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Washing Away Waste
(2013-04)Waste reduction strategies are an intricate part of the sustainable practices currently being initiated at Dalhousie University. The on-campus residence laundry facilities therefore offers a possible opportunity for further ... -
Waste and Inefficiencies as Identified by Dalhousie University Facilities Management Staff
(2019-04)This research project aimed to survey Facilities Management (FM) staff on the Dalhousie Studley campus in order to gauge their perceptions of waste and inefficiencies on campus. The survey was conducted using a hard copy ... -
WASTE DIVERSION: HOW WELL DO DALHOUSIE STUDENTS ON STUDLEY CAMPUS KNOW WASTE REGULATIONS?
(2015-04)Halifax Regional Municipalities (HRM) currently has a solid diversion rate of 59%. While this rate is relatively high, more can still be done to increase this number. Non-residential uses account for about 58% of total ... -
Waste Knowledgeability on Studley Campus
(2019-04)Waste being sorted improperly around Dalhousie University’s Studley campus is an obvious issue. Improper sorting methods on campus can account for thousands of pounds of contaminated waste ending up in landfills every year, ...