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An aerial shot of coastline along the Northumberland Shore.

NSCC research predicts storm surge flooding and erosion Find out how our team of coastal researchers are helping Atlantic Canadians prepare for flooding from storm surge with an online mapping tool.

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Using data to optimize operations Meet NSCC's new information technology research scientist. Learn more about Trishla Shah and how she supports industry.

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Recipients of collaborative R&D funding NSCC has been awarded funding for two Research and Technology Partnership grants. Learn more about the projects this funding will be used for.

Two men in a research lab looking at simulation software on a computer.

Taking production to the next level Applied Research is working with partners to discover new ways for plant production and processes to become more efficient by using custom-designed digital modelling scenarios.

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6th EnergyDATA Workshop For the past six years, Applied Energy Research has hosted workshops that bring together industry, academia and government to connect and give updates on sustainable research initiatives. Read about this year's event.

Mi'kmaw artist, Alan Syliboy, stands in front of the Alutasi, a hybrid vessel wrapped in his art.

Innovating with Mi'kmaq partners In just the past two years, NSCC has been involved in almost a dozen research projects with Mi'kmaq communities. Read about these past and upcoming projects.

Two clean batteries set against a blue backdrop to represent clean oceans.

Clean Marine Propulsion Lab Coming soon - this space will be equipped with all the technology most needed to support advancement in clean marine propulsion.

Getting into the green scene IKEA is Atlantic Canada’s largest producer of solar energy through its rooftop panels. NSCC student, Bahram Farrokkhzad, is helping to ensure IKEA’s solar energy surplus will be used effectively.

Celebrating 20 years of discovery Learn how the Applied Geomatics Research Group worked to establish a world-leading reputation around coastal mapping.

Yeonha Park works on Solar Data Project.

Solar energy across Nova Scotia NSCC Data Specialist Yeonha Park analyses research findings from multiple years of solar production data supported by the Community Solar Data Project.

Engineered Technologies Applied Research Lab scientists take well water samples in rural Nova Scotia

Strengthening communities through innovation NSCC Applied Research is embarking on projects to help communities throughout Nova Scotia.