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Study Uncovers Barriers to Mammography Screening Among Black Women

By | July 31, 2023

Researchers from FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing examined mammography screening frequency and perceptions and beliefs among Black women in an underserved community.

Pitfalls and Solutions for Using AI to Predict Opioid Use Disorder

By | July 27, 2023

FAU engineering researchers conducted a systematic review of peer-reviewed journal papers analyzing the technical aspects of machine learning applied to predicting opioid use as well as the published results.

Study: Rent Growth in Some Florida Cities at or Below National Average

By | July 24, 2023

Eight of the nine measured cities in Florida saw yearly rent increases below the national average, though renters across the state are still struggling with an affordability crisis, according to researchers.

Multiclass Cancer Diagnostic Tool Designed by FAU Uses AI, Micro-RNA

By | July 20, 2023

FAU engineering researchers designed a diagnostic tool to explore the use of microRNA signatures and AI as biomarkers to detect and classify several prominent cancers.

Sewage, Not Fertilizer Fueling Nitrogen Surge in Indian River Lagoon

By | July 18, 2023

FAU Harbor Branch researchers compared water quality in Florida's Indian River Lagoon "pre" and five-years "post" fertilizer bans, revealing sewage, not fertilizer is the root cause of environmental issues.

Political Apathy Spreads from Parents to Adolescent Children

By | July 17, 2023

A study finds risks unique to families with close ties. When parents and adolescents are close, parents transmit political apathy to their adolescent children, which could negatively impact young voters.

FAU Poll: Hispanic Consumer Confidence Rises as Inflation Eases

By | July 17, 2023

- Hispanic consumers were more optimistic in the second quarter of 2023, exhibiting a more positive outlook toward the economy in the year ahead.

New Poll Explores News Media Habits Among Florida Voters

By | July 17, 2023

New poll finds Florida voters maintain their connection to both traditional and social platforms but turn largely to cable and local news in an age of media distrust and fragmentation

FAU Receives $11.5 Million Gift to Combat Life-Threatening Illness

By | July 13, 2023

The Schmidt College of Medicine received the monumental gift from philanthropists Ann and John Wood to combat amyloidosis, a complex and challenging disease, using a whole-body and multidisciplinary approach.

Poll: Florida Republicans Steadfast in Commitment to Trump

By | July 10, 2023

New insights into the political landscape of Florida show the unwavering commitment of Florida Republicans to former U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a new FAU Mainstreet PolCom Lab poll.