“The annual catch of brook trout and Atlantic salmon, however, is experiencing a relatively steady decline for a multitude of reasons; over-exploitation, habitat degradation, and the introduction of invasive species such as the smallmouth bass, for example, can account for some of this deterioration. In addition, brook trout are extremely sensitive to temperature-related stress and are intolerant to water temperatures above their thermal optima, which in general, is relatively low for salmonids.”
Read moreThe Atlantic Canadian Roots of Nobel Laureate Dr. Arthur McDonald
“Nobel Laureate in physics Dr. Arthur McDonald has deep roots in Atlantic Canada. Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, his passion for math and physics was instilled in him by his high school math teacher. By going out of his way to offer extra classes beyond the curriculum, this teacher was able to truly engage Dr. McDonald and other motivated classmates. Despite his clear affinity for mathematics, when Dr. McDonald went on to Dalhousie University for his undergraduate degree he was unsure of which science he intended to pursue. Another mentor, this time his first-year physics professor, showed Dr. McDonald the power of using mathematics as a tool for understanding and describing the universe. From here, Dr. McDonald embarked on a lifelong partnership with physics.“
Learn more about Dr. Arthur McDonald’s Atlantic Canadian roots.
Read moreEnhancing the Performance of Canadian Paddlers via Inertial Measurement Units
Josh Goreham is a PhD in Health student studying sport biomechanics at Dalhousie University. He measures sport technique using inertial measurement units, with the goal of helping enhance the performance of Canadian canoe kayak sprint athletes.
Read moreHeart Health & Research: Discovery of Electrical Conductivity Between Healthy and Damaged Heart Tissue
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, and 2.4 million Canadians were affected by it in 2012—a number which is only increasing. The well-documented risk factors that increase the likelihood of encountering such illness are a familiar topic of discussion among Canadians. In North America, we live in a fast-paced, work-focused, and often stressful environment that causes a significant amount of anxiety; many of us cope with such a stressful environment by picking up harmful habits such as smoking, altering our lifestyle to accommodate our work schedule, or opting for processed fast foods in lieu of healthier homemade options—all of which have a detrimental effect on our health.
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