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FAU Researchers Land $1M in FDOH Grants to Fight Alzheimer's Disease

By | May 8, 2024

Three FAU researchers have received funding from the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer's Disease Research Program to tackle this global health crisis with their unique approaches.

Woman, Cannabis

60% of Women with Disabilities View Cannabis as a 'Harmless' Drug

By | May 7, 2024

FAU researchers from the Schmidt College of Medicine assessed the perceived risk of harm associated with weekly cannabis use by disability status in a sample of 20,234 women ages 18 to 49.

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FAU Creates New Department of Biomedical Engineering

By | May 2, 2024

The College of Engineering and Computer Science has created a Department of Biomedical Engineering that will focus on biomaterials and tissue engineering; smart health systems; and bio-robotics.

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Study Examines U.S. Public Opinion of 'Would-be' Mass Shooters

By | May 1, 2024

A first-of-its-kind FAU study gauges support for balanced justice and rehabilitation, and sheds light on public opinion about "would-be" mass shooters, particularly regarding their mental health status.

Florida Atlantic University’s 55th annual Honors Convocation recognizes the University’s most outstanding students and faculty.

FAU Hosts 55th Annual Honors Convocation

By | April 30, 2024

Florida Atlantic University President Stacy Volnick and Interim Provost Russell Ivy recently hosted the University's 55th annual Honors Convocation

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FAU/Mainstreet Poll Finds Intriguing 2024 Presidential Race Dynamics

By | April 30, 2024

A poll conducted by FAU Political Communication and Public Opinion Research Lab (PolCom Lab) and Mainstreet Research offers a glimpse into the shifting tides of American politics.

Estero Island, Florida, Southwest Florida, Hurricane Ian

Remote Sensing Technique Captures Details of Hurricane Ian's Aftermath

By | April 29, 2024

FAU researchers are the first to use aerial imagery and LiDAR to remotely identify structural damage and beach structural changes on a barrier island in the aftermath of a catastrophic natural disaster.

A overview of multiple rows of homes along the waterfront.

Study: South Florida Housing Premiums Growing Despite Slowing Rents

By | April 29, 2024

Housing premiums in the Miami metropolitan area increased once again despite rising interest rates, a potential worrying sign for the housing market, according to researchers.

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Study Unveils Balance of AI and Preserving Humanity in Health Care

By | April 25, 2024

Cross Country Healthcare and FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing have launched the fourth annual Future of Nursing Survey that reveals nursing perspectives on AI and compassionate care.

A trio of Florida Atlantic University students has been named as 2024 Goldwater Scholars, the third consecutive year FAU students have earned this honor.

Three FAU Students Recognized as 2024 Goldwater Scholars

By | April 24, 2024

A trio of Florida Atlantic University students has been named as 2024 Goldwater Scholars, the third consecutive year FAU students have earned this honor.