Banning Friendships Can Backfire: Moms’ ‘Meddling’ Worsens Behavior

A new study cautions parents – especially meddling moms – to resist the temptation to prohibit friendships because doing so only makes a bad situation worse.... more

$1.8M NIH Grant to FAU Engineering Will Fuel Decoding Human Evolution

Natural selection is an important evolutionary force that enables humans to adapt to new environments and fight disease-causing pathogens. However, the unique footprints of natural selection in our genome can be buried beneath those left by other evolutionary forces. Thus, by leveraging information about multiple evolutionary forces, researchers can identify signatures of natural selection in the human genome, and ultimately determine its role in human adaptation and disease.... more

FAU Engineering to Lead $1.3M Collaborative Conservation Project

The United States National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation have announced a $1.3 million collaborative grant to the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University , Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium , and Old Dominion University , for a project designed to cost-effectively identify and track wildlife using artificial intelligence.... more

 


Master Copper Regulator Discovery May Offer Alzheimer's Clues

A groundbreaking study by FAU researchers using a tiny roundworm, links the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation, which could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders.

FAU Survey: Port Everglades Firms Signal Optimistic Economic Growth

The Port Everglades business ecosystem is gearing up for more hiring and economic growth in the year ahead, according to a survey from a supply chain expert at Florida Atlantic University.

FAU Interim Vice President for Research Named Fulbright Specialist

Gregg Fields, Ph.D., was selected by the United States Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for his expertise and contributions in disease discovery and treatment.

FAU to Host 'The Constitution Today'

FAU's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters presents "The Constitution Today" on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. in the Friedberg Auditorium.

FAU and Islamorada Beverages Launch Paradise Lager Craft Beer

Florida Atlantic University has partnered with Islamorada Beverages to launch Paradise Lager, the official craft beer of the Owls.

FAU Ranks Among 'Washington Monthly' Top Public, Private Universities

Florida Atlantic University has been ranked No. 41 overall among the nation's best public and private universities by Washington Monthly.

FAU Receives $2.6 Million to Expand Hillel on the Boca Raton Campus

FAU received a gift commitment of $2.6 million from Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach for the Hillel space within the S.E. Wimberly Library on its Boca Raton campus.

FAU Researcher Receives Grant for 'Somaesthetics of Atmosphere'

Richard Shusterman, Ph.D., in FAU's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, has received a grant to explore a recent topic in the humanities and arts that commands growing attention - "atmosphere."

OLLI at FAU Presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida Atlantic University presents Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein.

FAU College of Business to Host Second Annual Golf Classic

Florida Atlantic University's College of Business will host its second annual Golf Classic to support students through scholarships and resources on Oct. 4 at Broken Sound Club, the event's premier host.

FAU Programs Among U.S. News & World Report's 'Best Graduate Programs'

Several Florida Atlantic University graduate programs are included in the latest U.S. News & World Report's "Best Graduate Programs" for 2024-25.

FAU IN THE NEWS

Fear the Tails, Not the Jaws, of These ‘Weirdo’ Sharks

Scientists studied how thresher sharks use “extreme yoga” to whip their tails at prey.... more

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