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FAU Hosts Inaugural Amyloid Related Diseases Summit
The summit brought together leading scientists in the field across North America and Europe to discuss the latest research and advancements in the study of amyloid-related diseases.
FAU Celebrates 10 Years of Conferring M.D. Degrees
FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine celebrated the nation's newest physicians and biomedical researchers during the commencement ceremony, which marked 10 years of conferring M.D. degrees.
FAU Soon-to-be-Physicians celebrating at Match Day 2024
During the special Match Day ceremony, FAU's soon-to-be-physicians learned where they will fulfill their dreams for medical residency training, required to become board certified.
FAU 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees and Distinguished Alumni
Florida Atlantic University Alumni and Community Engagement recently hosted its annual Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Reception.
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FAU, Israel Scientists 'Team Up' to Tackle AD-related Mood Disorders
August 29, 2022
FAU researchers in collaboration with Tel Aviv University have received a two-year, $379,177 NIH grant to study mood-disorders changes in Alzheimer's disease.
Feeling Anxious or Blue? Ultra-processed Foods May be to Blame
August 25, 2022
A study by FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine found that U.S. adults who consume more ultra-processed food report more adverse mental symptoms of mild depression, "mentally unhealthy days" and "anxious days."
New Low-cost Device Rapidly, Accurately Detects Hepatitis C Infection
August 03, 2022
FAU researchers have developed a portable microfluidic platform that rapidly and accurately detects Hepatitis C infection without the need for trained technicians, expensive equipment or a laboratory.
Online Chair Yoga Viable for Isolated Older Adults with Dementia
July 28, 2022
During the pandemic, FAU researchers evaluated a remotely supervised online chair yoga intervention for older adults with dementia and measured clinical outcomes virtually via Zoom under the remote guidance.
FAU, Hospital Partners Strategize on Medical Residencies, Fellowships
July 20, 2022
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine and hospital leaders met to strategize and outline the next phase for graduate medical education and residency programs in Palm Beach County, which they will launch in the fall.
FAU Health Network Quickly Adds More Partners
June 17, 2022
Several South Florida leading hospitals and patient care providers have joined the FAU Health Network's groundbreaking collaboration to greatly benefit the region.
Alarming Increases in Deaths from Alcoholic Cirrhosis in the U.S.
June 14, 2022
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers conducted an original research study comparing trends in mortality from alcoholic cirrhosis in the U.S. in 1999 with those 20 years later in 2019.
FAU Announces Formation of FAU Health Network
June 07, 2022
Three South Florida counties will soon be served by an academic health network that is a true collaboration of the region's leading public and private academic and medical leaders.
FAU Awarded $1 Million Grant to Help Prevent Injury, Death from Falls
May 26, 2022
Schmidt College of Medicine researchers will investigate several emergency department-based prevention strategies in older patients at high risk for recurrent falls and injury to improve patient outcomes.
FAU Receives $28 Million Scholarship Gift to Support Medical Education
May 12, 2022
FAU has received the largest scholarship gift in its history from John and Ann Wood in memory of their son, Robert A. Wood, to support students in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.
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The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine offers students a variety of educational programs and degrees.
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Boca Raton, FL 33431