Research Nova Scotia

06/05/2026

What barrier are you working to break?

Falling Walls Lab Atlantic Canada gives emerging researchers and innovators three minutes to showcase their ideas and their potential impact.

Apply by July 17 for the opportunity to take the stage in Halifax and represent Atlantic Canada in Berlin.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4odHaVU

06/04/2026

Time is running out to apply for our Ear to the Ground funding opportunity.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4eCu01Y

05/28/2026

Our latest newsletter is live. It brings together current funding opportunities, upcoming events, and key updates.

Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/509435599e74/may-2026-newsletter-18256469

05/27/2026

🚨 BIG IDEAS WANTED 🚨

We are excited to be presenting Falling Walls Lab Atlantic Canada on September 14, 2026, at the Halifax Central Library — and applications are now open.

Students and early-career professionals from all disciplines are invited to pitch breakthrough ideas in just 3 minutes for a chance to advance to the global Falling Walls Lab finale in Berlin this November.

Whether your work is in science, health, technology, sustainability, business, social innovation, or beyond — we want to hear what wall your research or innovation will break.

📍 Halifax Central Library
📅 September 14, 2026, at 6 PM
🎟 Free to attend
🌎 Winner advances to Berlin

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4fJIjCb

05/22/2026

Nominations are now open for this year’s Discovery Awards!

Learn more: https://discoveryawards.ca/nominate/

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Scott Halperin on receiving the 2026 Career Research Award from the Canadian Paediatric Society!

Congratulations to Dr. Scott Halperin on receiving the Canadian Pediatric Society’s 2026 Career Research Award.

Dr. Halperin is being recognized with the award for his vaccine-related research, surveillance, and relationship-building in support of public health over many years. His many outstanding achievements encompass laboratory immunology, clinical trials, population-based surveillance, and implementation science, but his leadership in developing and nurturing collaborative surveillance and research networks is second to none and has helped define vaccine policymaking and implementation both in Canada and internationally.

The award recognizes the longstanding career of an outstanding and accomplished researcher working on an aspect of paediatric research in Canada.

https://cps.ca/en/awards-prix/career-research-award

05/19/2026

Do you know a researcher whose work is delivering measurable economic benefits in Nova Scotia?

The Public Impact Award recognizes work that addresses real challenges and leads to practical, measurable outcomes—whether that’s improving productivity, supporting growth, or creating new opportunities.

Submit a nomination before June 23, 2025, at 1 PM (ADT).

Read the details: https://bit.ly/3AsmKkX

05/15/2026

Help us find the incredible innovators to celebrate at this year's Discovery Awards! 💫

The awards recognize individuals/companies who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, and impact in their professional pursuits, spanning research, teaching methodologies, and community engagement.

We invite you to nominate someone whose work has inspired you and who embodies the spirit of discovery and excellence.

The categories are:
- Emerging Professional
- Science Champion
- Innovation
- Professional of Distinction

To submit your nomination for any of the above categories please visit: https://discoveryawards.ca/nominate/

Research Nova Scotia presents the Public Impact Award, which recognizes researchers who have delivered measurable benefits to Nova Scotia's economy.

To submit a nomination or find out more information about this award please visit: https://researchns.ca/public-impact-award/

Get your nominations in before May 31st!

05/12/2026

Applications are now open for the second Ear to the Ground (E2G) funding round.

E2G supports early-stage, higher-risk research that drives economic impact for Nova Scotia across three key sectors:
🔹Natural resources, climate change and clean energy
🔹Life sciences and health sciences
🔹Construction and transportation

Apply by June 16th at 1pm (ADT)

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eCu01Y

05/11/2026

The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest for the Nova Scotia Health Research Fund is May 21.

Apply to support research that improves health outcomes in Nova Scotia.

Get the details: https://bit.ly/4nhx0Tu