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Arcellaceans in Eastern Canada: Selected Biostratigraphic and Biological Studies
(1984-04-15)Arcellaceans (testate rhizopods) are considered as part of the artificial group known as "thecamoebians". Arcellaceans exist in all modern freshwater environments, and they have been found to have value as indicators of ... -
Arcellaceans in Nova Scotia: Selected Biostratigraphic Studies
(1985-04-15)Surficial sediment samples and cores from both Albro and Penhorn Lakes were examined to determine the biostratigraphy of the lakes, based on arcellaceans. Considerable morphological variation of species is noted and ... -
Arcellaceans of Several Small Lakes in Southwestern New Brunswick; Their Modern Distribution and Stratigraphic Importance
(1983-04-15)Sediment-water interface samples from five small lakes in southwestern New Brunswick (Bonaparte Lake, Bocabec Lake, Gibson Lake, St. Patricks Lake and Big Pond [Deer Island]) were quantitatively examined for the presence ... -
Are Dalhousie’s Conferences “Green”? – A Sustainability Review of Dalhousie’s Halifax Campuses Conferencing Procedures
(2016-04)The main purpose of this research project was to highlight a new area of improvement for sustainability on Dalhousie University’s campus. Currently, there is limited research on the environmental impact of typical ... -
Art in the Staircase: A Step Toward Sustainability
(2013-04)The purpose of this study is to identify what type of art can be placed in staircases to increase stair use in the Tupper Building at Dalhousie University. This study has taken data collected from Tupper Building users to ... -
Assessing Eutrophication Vulnerability as an Indicator of Cyanobacteria Presence in Kejimkujik National Park
(2024-04)Kejimkujik National Park (KNP) and National Historic Site (Nova Scotia, Canada) is home to numerous lakes that support a multitude of recreational activities and aquatic habitats. The park is comprised of camp sites, ... -
Assessing Fine Particulate Matter Concentrations Across Dalhousie University’s Studley Campus
(2017-04)This report aims to provide an assessment of the air quality across Dalhousie’s Studley campus; primarily focusing on a group of aerosols with an aerodynamic diameter ranging from 1 μm to 10 μm, known as particulate ... -
Assessing Paper Usage at the Dalplex
(2007-04)The greening the campus initiative encourages both staff and students to reduce the ecological footprint of their institution. The athletics facility at Dalhousie University, the Dalplex, was selected for this project for ... -
ASSESSING SUSTAINABILITY WITHIN DALHOUSIE RECRUITMENT MATERIALS
(2016-04)Institutions and corporations are increasingly called upon to address environmental and social challenges (Bergeson, 2006). For many higher education institutions (HEIs) in North America, the effective marketing of ... -
ASSESSING THE AVAILABLE LAND AREA FOR URBAN AGRICULTURE ON THE HALIFAX PENINSULA
(2009-04)This study explored the potential for urban agriculture in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Land availability on the peninsula (districts 11-14) was examined. There are limitations to urban agriculture, such as rain, space, and ... -
Assessing the Influence of Hurricane Fiona on Dalhousie Students’ Perceptions of Psychological Distance to Climate Change and Adoption of Sustainable Behaviours
(2024-04)This report analyzes the influence of Hurricane Fiona on Dalhousie University students' perceptions regarding the reality of increased Atlantic Canadian hurricanes and their connection to unsustainable consumption patterns ... -
Assessing the Understanding, Awareness, and Concern for Climate Change across Undergraduate Faculties at Dalhousie University
(2017-04)The research completed in this study evaluates the levels of understanding, awareness, and concern for climate change of current undergraduate students in Dalhousie University’s Faculties of Engineering, Science, Health ... -
Assessing the Use of Mini-fridges in Traditional Style Residences on Studley Campus
(2004-04)The use of fossil fuels to power the every day life of people living in Nova Scotia has many implications including contributions to the Greenhouse Effect. In order to meet the requirements of the recently ratified Kyoto ... -
Assessing the Vulnerability of the HRM Urban and Rural Canopy to the Potential Arrival of the Emerald Ash Borer
(2018-04)Invasive species are an ever-increasing problem in urban and rural forests, and have the potential to severely decimate tree populations. The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is one such invasive species, which targets ash trees. ... -
AN ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS’ ENVIRONMENTAL ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIORS AND THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THEIR SCHOOL RECYCLING PROGRAMS.
(2008-05)Recycling over many years has become of great importance to our society, and especially the environment. It has become an important means of reducing the increasing amounts of waste being sent to landfills each year. ... -
Assessment of Support for Solar Hot Water Heating Systems on the Studley Campus of Dalhousie University
(2008-04)The threat of global warming is becoming an increasing reality. Anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions are causing irreversible changes to the globe, threatening the survival of many species –including humans. In order ... -
Assessment of Water Usage and Conservation Concerns on Carleton Campus, Dalhousie University
(2013-04)The primary objective of this research project was to determine the amount of water being wasted though dripping faucets, due to mechanical and behavioural error, on the Carleton Campus at Dalhousie University. In addition, ...