Sciographies Podcast

In this episode of Sciographies, we chat with Tina Simpkin, a two-time Dal alum in physics and meteorology. Now a familiar voice across Nova Scotia as a meteorologist with CBC, Tina shares her journey from growing up in Spryfield to forecasting the province's ever-changing weather. She reflects on the influence of her grandparents, her adventures chasing storms, what drew her back to Halifax, and what continues to inspire her work today.

In this episode of Sciographies, we chat with Dr. Leanne Stevens (MSc'09, PhD'13), educator, university teaching fellow in Dalhousie's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, and Associate Dean, Academic in the Faculty of Science.   Dr. Stevens shares her journey from growing up in Springhill, Nova Scotia, to becoming a leader in science education. She also reflects on the moment she discovered her passion for neuroscience, the role mentorship played in shaping her path, and how her experiences as a student led her toward teaching and leadership.   She also discusses how experiential learning and science communication are transforming the student experience and offers advice for those navigating their own path in science.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Maxine Westhead — marine biologist, educator, marine spatial planner, and director of Dalhousie's Marine Affairs Program (MAP). After 25 years with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Westhead is now leading the growth of MAP and developing a new program in fisheries science. Westhead also shares insights on marine protected areas like "The Gully" and reflects on how her early years in the GTA and a lifelong commitment to health and fitness have shaped her career in science.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk with Dr. Simon Gadbois (PhD'02), a canid specialist and professor in Dalhousie's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience. Gadbois reflects on his journey from graduate student at Dalhousie to professor, and shares insights from his long-standing research on coyotes in Cape Breton. He also offers a glimpse inside his Wildlife Ethology and Canine Olfaction Lab, along with practical advice for pet owners and what lies ahead in his career at Dal. Dr. Gadbois' Wildlife Ethology and Canine Olfaction Lab: https://www.gadbois.org/simon/

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk with Dr. Sarah Chisholm (BSc'06), educator, mathematician and current Chair of Dalhousie's Department of Mathematics and Statistics. Dr. Chisholm reflects on growing in Sackville Nova Scotia and how an early love of math shaped a very bright future, including teaching at Harvard's Department of Mathematics. Her love for the classroom, combined with her unique way of making math accessible earned her a 2025 Early Career Faculty Award of Teaching Excellence from Dalhousie University.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dina Rogers (BSc'23), a PhD candidate and biochemist at Dalhousie University. Rogers shares how a childhood split between cultures, years as a competitive swimmer, and an unexpected love of biochemistry shaped her journey as a scientist. From Halifax to the southern tip of Greece, Dina's path has been anything but linear. Today, she's exploring innovative ways to tackle plastic waste—combining "sticky" mushroom proteins with plastic-eating bacteria to imagine more sustainable recycling solutions.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Rob Lennox, scientific director of the Ocean Tracking Network in Halifax, Nova Scotia. From childhood days exploring rivers and lakes to tracking Atlantic salmon on Norway, Lennox shares how curiosity and a bit of serendipity shaped his path into global aquatic research. Listeners will hear how cutting-edge tracking technology helps scientists understand fish migration, why hands-on experience matters for students, and how one pivotal university decision changed the course of his career. To learn more visit: oceantrackingnetwork.org

In this episode, John Batt recalls his early years of growing up on the water in Prince Edward Island and how it ignited a passion for marine life. Today, he and his team at the Aquatron are leading the animal care of many species including the endangered Atlantic Whitefish. He has also been instrumental in the care of the animals at the new the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, a first-of-its-kind ocean science centre in Halifax. To learn more visit: beatymarinecentre.ca

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Karen Hudson (MES'02), an educator and principal of Auburn Drive High School and founder of the Africentric Math Cohort in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.   A Dalhousie alum and nationally recognized educator, Hudson has redefined education by integrating Afrocentric perspectives into the curriculum to inspire students of African ancestry to excel in advanced math and beyond.   In this episode, Hudson shares her journey, insights on breaking down educational barriers, and her commitment to creating a more inclusive learning environment.   --   Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Shannon Johnson and Dr. Alissa Pencer, psychologists and co-directors of the Dalhousie Centre for Psychological Health, a community-based clinic delivering vital psychological services to low-income Nova Scotians.   With a shared commitment to making mental health care more accessible, Drs. Johnson and Pencer discuss their unique journeys in psychology—from Dr. Johnson's pivot from engineering to the study of the brain, to Dr. Pencer's early inspiration from her father's psychology career in small-town Nova Scotia. Learn more about the collaborative efforts and dedication driving the Centre's work, as well as Johnson and Pencer's own research interests and future goals.   Learn more about the Centre:https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2024/09/12/celebrating-one-year-dalhousie-centre-psychological-health   --   Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Alex Veinot—chemist, Vanier Scholar, and assistant professor at Dalhousie University. Growing up in Middleton, Nova Scotia, Dr. Veinot developed a love for hands-on learning, exploring how things worked in his dad's workshop. An eye-opening conversation with his uncle about law enforcement vests sparked his passion for chemistry, setting him on a path toward an inspiring academic career. As a member of the Glooscap First Nation, Dr. Veinot shares his commitment to increasing Indigenous representation in the sciences and creating a future where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and discovery. Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht, a biogeochemist and assistant professor at Dalhousie University. She reflects on how her early experiences growing up in a science-focused family in Waterloo, Ontario, shaped her passion for ecology and environmental science.    Dr. Kou-Giesbrecht discusses her research on nitrogen cycling in terrestrial ecosystems and its impact on Earth System Models, as well as her lifelong commitment to addressing climate change. She also emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in science, calling for more inclusive spaces to support underrepresented voices in the field.   Visit Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht lab: https://siankou-giesbrecht.weebly.com/   --   Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Michael Metzger and Dr. Chongyin Yang, two physicists at Dalhousie University leading advancements in battery research.   Dr. Metzger details his journey from studying physics in Germany to becoming a trailblazer in lithium-ion battery technology, while Dr. Yang shares his academic path from China to his current role as Tesla's Research Chair at Dalhousie.   Together, they delve into their pioneering work aimed at improving battery longevity and safety, addressing the challenges and innovations shaping the future of electric vehicles.    Visit Dr. Metzger's research lab: https://www.metzger-group.com Visit Dr. Yang's research lab: https://www.yang-dal.com/   --   Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Saurabh Chitnis, a synthetic chemist at Dalhousie University. Dr. Chitnis reflects on his upbringing in Libya, India, and Canada, offering insights into his early fascination with the creative nature of chemistry. We delve into how fundamental principles, such as relativity, influence the color of metals like gold and contribute to molecular stability. We also explore his passion for cooking and his global journey in search of Indian cuisine.   Visit Dr. Chitnis' research lab: https://www.chitnislab.ca/   -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron MacNeil, a biologist and professor at Dalhousie University. Dr. MacNeil reflects on his formative experiences growing up in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, where summers spent at Rissers Beach ignited his early fascination with biology. He also shares how the mentorship of an influential high school biology teacher shaped his academic path, leading him to become a researcher in fisheries ecology.

Sciographies is back for season 6! This season, listeners can expect even more compelling conversations, with two double-feature episodes diving into subjects like electric vehicles, solutions to climate change, shark conservation, access to mental health and learning about innovative programs like the Africentric Math Cohort, which is paving the way for African Nova Scotians in STEM fields. Tune in now!

In this episode we talk to Will Burt, a chemical oceanographer and Dalhousie alum (PhD'15). Dr. Burt is the Chief Ocean Scientist at Planetary Technologies, a carbon dioxide removal company headquartered in Nova Scotia. The company partners with Dal researchers to study the efficacy and safety of ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), a mitigation approach that harnesses the ocean's natural ability to capture and store CO2 from the atmosphere. This special alumni episode, done in partnership with Dal's Open Dialogue Live series, is the final episode of Sciographies' fifth season. Host David Barclay interviews Dr. Burt about discovering a passion for oceanography, leaving a tenure-track position in academia to work in industry, and what it's like to be on the frontlines fighting climate change. -- Visit the Planetary Technologies website: www.planetarytech.com Learn more about Open Dialogue Live: www.alumni.dal.ca/open-dialogue -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Will Burt, the Chief Ocean Scientist at Planetary Technologies and a Dalhousie alum (PhD'15, Oceanography). Full episode drops Thursday, November 2, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Kevin Hewitt, a physicist. Dr. Hewitt is a professor and the Associate Dean, Equity and Inclusion in Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science. His research involves designing optical diagnostic tools for disease detection. Outside of his scientific endeavours, he's passionate about increasing the representation of Black professionals in STEM fields. He was a graduate student when his commitment to this work began with the earliest vision of Imhotep's Legacy Academy, which is now a province-wide community partnership that helps to improve student success for youth of African heritage in Nova Scotia. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada has also named him an inaugural Atlantic-region co-chair for Inclusion in Science & Engineering. Dr. Hewitt talks to us about immigrating to Canada, his mother's influence on his success, and pursuing research related to health outcomes for African Canadians. -- Learn about Imhotep's Legacy Academy: www.imhotep.ca -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. www.dal.ca/sciographies

Meet Dr. Kevin Hewitt, a physicist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 26, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Michael Freund, a materials scientist. Dr. Freund is a professor and the Harry Shirreff Chair of Chemical Research at Dalhousie University. He uses his training in analytical chemistry to do research that informs the design of sensors, electrical devices, and energy storage technologies. He's also the Director of Dalhousie's Clean Technologies Research Institute, where he facilitates the resources and funding needed to conduct studies that can help build a more sustainable future. Dr. Freund talks to us about designing sensor arrays that work with machine learning to mimic the brain's olfactory system, the collaboration between fields to develop new materials, and more. -- Learn about the Clean Technologies Research Institute: dal.ca/ctri Visit the Freund Group's website: www.solar.chem.dal.ca -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Michael Freund, a materials scientist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 19, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Erin Bertrand, a marine biogeochemist. Dr. Bertrand is an associate professor at Dalhousie University and her research examines the relationship between marine microbes and ocean metabolism. To do this, she travels to challenging environments like the Antarctic to collect samples of ocean water. She's also a Canadian ambassador for the BioGeoSCAPES project, an international scientific effort to map marine microbes all over the world. If successful, this tool will plot microbial activity into ecosystem modelling technologies for the first time, leading to a more dynamic understanding of the ocean's role in global climate patterns and marine-based food supply. Dr. Bertrand talks to us about pivoting from liberal arts to natural sciences, the challenging fieldwork she conducts in Antarctica, and her commitment to creating an inclusive lab environment for her students. -- Learn more about Dr. Bertrand's research: https://erinbertrand.wixsite.com/bertrandlab Learn more about BiogeoSCAPES: https://biogeoscapes.org -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Erin Bertrand, a marine biogeochemist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 12.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron Newman, a cognitive neuroscientist. Dr. Newman developed an early curiosity for computers in the '80s. While at university, he found a way to combine his interest in technology with his studies in psychology and carved a path for himself in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Today Dr. Newman is a professor and department chair at Dalhousie University. He uses technologies like functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in his research to understand how different language experiences shape the brain. He's also the director of Nova Scotia's SURGE Innovation Sandbox, a place for STEM students to explore technology, design thinking, collaboration, problem-solving and more. Dr. Newman talks to us about how he got started, his experience studying how the brain processes sign language, how he emphasizes innovative thinking when he's training students, and more. -- Visit Dr. Newman's laboratory website: https://www.ncilab.ca/ Learn more about the SURGE Innovation Sandbox: https://www.surgeinnovation.ca/ -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. dal.ca/sciographies

Meet Dr. Aaron Newman, a cognitive neuroscientist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 5, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Melanie Zurba, a social scientist and associate professor at Dalhousie University. Her research in environmental governance explores how to design resource management studies that best support a community partner's aspirations. Dr. Zurba also taps into her creative side to use art as an engagement tool. Her work bridges the gaps between natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, and equity - deserving knowledge systems. Dr. Zurba talks to us about doing "research about research," leveraging the power of art, and what collaboration between researchers and Indigenous partners can look like. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus - community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Melanie Zurba, a social scientist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 28, 2023.

Dr. Sterling is an associate professor at Dalhousie University. When she's not teaching her students about the science behind climate change, she's leading the charge as Chief Scientific Officer at CarbonRun, the carbon-dioxide removal startup she founded in 2022. By increasing the alkalinity of rivers, CarbonRun technology captures carbon from the atmosphere while restoring acidified river habitats at the same time. Dr. Sterling talks to us about growing up in North Vancouver, her research career, grappling with the idea of geoengineering as a necessity in the fight against climate change, and founding her company. Learn more about CarbonRun at https://carbonrun.io/ -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. dal.ca/sciographies

Meet Dr. Shannon Sterling, an environmental scientist, startup founder, and associate professor at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 21, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Chuck Macdonald, an inorganic chemist. Dr. Macdonald attended Dalhousie University for both his undergraduate degree and his PhD studies. Years later, he returned to his alma mater to take position as the Dean of Science. As Dean, Dr. Macdonald is leading the charge to enhance science programming and facilities — all while working to improve equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the Dal Science community. Dr. Macdonald talks to us about growing up in Halifax, Nova Scotia, his experience specializing in inorganic chemistry, and the big-picture projects he tackles as a university administrator. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Visit dal.ca/sciographies to learn more.

Meet Dr. Chuck Macdonald, an inorganic chemist and the Dean of Science at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 14, 2023.

Season Five drops Thursday, September, 14 2023 and will feature a new episode each week until Thursday, November 2, 2023.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Katja Fennel. She's an oceanographer, Killam Professor, and chair of the Oceanography department here at Dal. Dr. Fennel's research involves the development of physical-biogeochemical models, which are tools that can help us better understand and predict the state of the ocean as the climate changes. Dr. Fennel uses her education in mathematics to build these extremely complex predictive models with her team. They're currently contributing to the biogeochemical expansion of the global Argo platform, BGC-Argo, and anticipate launching 40 autonomous vehicles in the coming years to collect the comprehensive data needed to inform these models. This episode covers Dr. Fennel's experience growing up behind the Iron Curtain in East Germany, her path to oceanography, and the challenges involved in modelling dynamic ocean environments. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Katja Fennel, an oceanographer, Killam Professor, and chair of the Department of Oceanography at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 28, 2021.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Sherry Stewart. She's a clinical psychologist, Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Dr. Stewart is known for her research on the individual psychological factors and personality traits that drive a person's alcohol abuse, other substance misuse, or problem gambling behaviour. She develops clinical interventions based on her findings so that clinicians can help their patients prevent and treat these widespread challenges. UniVenture [univentureproject.org], a current study, looks at how one of Dr. Stewart's previously established prevention programs can be adapted to improve mental wellness and reduce distress, excessive risk taking, and negative consequences of substance use among university students across Canada. In this week's episode of Sciographies, host David Barclay sits down with Dr. Stewart to discuss her path to a career in psychology and her research studies that inform real-world clinical practices. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Sherry Stewart, a clinical psychologist and Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, October 21, 2021.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Dozie Okoye, an economist who studies human capital and economic development, with a particular focus on the African continent. He's from Nigeria himself, but came to Canada for university and has been living here ever since. His desire to stay connected to his roots in Nigeria has shaped his entire research program to date. His research is interdisciplinary, involving collaboration with other academics specializing in geography, history, political science, and sociology. This episode covers Dr. Okoye's childhood in Nigeria and move to Canada, his path to a career in economics, and how his current research examines what motivates educational demand in different parts of Nigeria. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Dr. Dozie Okoye, an economist in Dalhousie's Department of Economics. Full episode drops Thursday, October 14, 2021.

In this episode we interview Melanie Massey, a PhD candidate in the Department of Biology. Her research looks at how temperatures influence organisms. Particularly, the cascading effects that some organisms experience when they're subject to temperature fluctuations in early life stages. She also dedicates her spare time to engaging BIPOC youth in science outreach and education through an organization she co-founded with another BIPOC PhD student. Their organization is called Diversity of Nature. This episode covers Melanie's experience growing up in Toronto's East Chinatown, how she's combined her love of art with her passion for science, and removing barriers to make science more inclusive.

Meet Melanie Massey, a PhD Candidate in Dalhousie's Department of Biology. Full episode drops Thursday, October 7, 2021.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Boris Worm. He's a marine ecologist in the Department of Biology with a focus on biodiversity and conservation research. Dr. Worm is also the Ocean Literacy Ambassador with the Ocean Frontier Institute and the Founder and Scientific Director of Ocean School. Our local listeners may recognize him from his biweekly CBC Mainstreet segment as CBC's 'Oceans Guy.' Listeners further afield may have seen one of his many appearances as a subject matter expert in popular documentaries like Sharkwater and Racing Extinction. This episode covers Dr. Worm's beginnings in Germany, his path to conservation biology and solution-focused research in the era of climate change, and the importance of communicating science. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Boris Worm, a marine ecologist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Friday, October 1, 2021.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Rachel Chang. She's an atmospheric scientist with the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science. Dr. Chang uses her background in engineering and chemistry to study aerosols in the air — where they come from, how they change and move around, and how they impact both current weather conditions and longer-term climate change. This episode covers Dr. Chang's path self-described "non-linear" path to atmospheric science, her family-focused upbringing in Scarborough, and how she uses our foggy weather here in Nova Scotia to do some of her research.

Meet Rachel Chang, a developmental psychologist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 23, 2021.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Chris Moore. He's a developmental psychologist with the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University. His long-standing research interest examines social understanding and behaviour in early childhood. Outside of his research, he spent the last 12 years as Dalhousie's Dean of Science. Now that his period as Dean has come to an end, he's exploring a new phase of his career with a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Non-Fiction at the University of King's College. With that, he plans to write a book for the general public that explores the emotion of guilt — what it is, what it's for, and how it manifests in our lives. This episode covers Dr. Moore's path to psychology, the creativity needed to research little kids' behaviours in the lab, and his new direction as a science communication author. -- Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meet Chris Moore, a developmental psychologist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 16, 2021 and kicks off Season 4 of Sciographies.

Season 4 drops on September 16, 2021 and will air weekly on Thursdays until November 4, 2021.

In October 2020, Sciographies host David Barclay teamed up with the Open Dialogue Live series to interview Dalhousie alum Kathryn Sullivan (PhD'78, LLD'85) on Facebook Live. Dr. Sullivan is a former NASA astronaut and was the first American woman to complete a spacewalk in 1984. She made history again earlier this year when she became the first woman to travel down to Challenger Deep, the deepest known point of the ocean. If you missed the live streamed event back in October, tune in now. Dr. Barclay and Dr. Sullivan discuss her early life and career, as well as her incredible journeys to space and the depths of the ocean. Dr. Sullivan also takes questions from the audience. Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Open Dialogue Live is brought to you by Dalhousie's Office of Advancement.

In the last Sciographies episode of the year, Dalhousie University pharmacology student Gracious Kashéké tackles hosting duties to interview David Barclay for a change. When Dr. Barclay isn't moonlighting as the host of Sciographies, he's an associate professor in Dal's Department of Oceanography and a Canada Research Chair in Ocean Technology Systems (Tier II). Having grown up in Victoria, B.C., Dr. Barclay spent many childhood vacations sailing along the West Coast. But it was actually a gig as a student researcher and a lifelong fascination with sound, music, and recording that led Dr. Barclay down a career path in physical oceanography and underwater acoustics. Now Dr. Barclay runs the Dalhousie Noise Lab where his team designs technology that can withstand harsh conditions to record sound waves from the ocean's surface all the way down to its deepest trenches. His technology is an essential tool in the fields of naval defence, naval communication, and marine biology. Guest host Kashéké sits down with Dr. Barclay to talk about his upbringing, creative side, and research (including that popular scientific paper on noise in the ocean at the beginning of the pandemic). Sciographies is brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia. -- For more information about undergraduate student research opportunities in Dalhousie's Faculty of Science, visit dal.ca/science/urops.