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Study: Most Florida Cities Showing Signs of a Settling Rental Market

By | June 4, 2024

Just a year ago, nearly all the measured Florida metros were at double-digit premiums, but now renters in Florida could see cheaper rents according to researchers.

FAU/Mainstreet Poll of Battleground States Shows Divide on Top Issues

By | June 4, 2024

A new poll of voters in battleground states, conducted by FAU Political Communication and Public Opinion Research Lab (PolCom Lab) and Mainstreet Research highlights the partisan divide.

U.S. Drug-related Infant Deaths More than Doubled from 2018 to 2022

By | June 4, 2024

A study by FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine shows that drug-involved infant deaths in the U.S. more than doubled (120% increase) from 2018 to 2022, with the greatest proportion of deaths in 2021 (25.8%).

Data Analysis: More Banks at Risk of Failure as CRE Loans Reprice

By | June 3, 2024

More than 60 of the largest banks in the country are at increased risk of failure due to their commercial real estate (CRE) exposures, according to a data analysis from a finance expert at FAU.

Tiny Worm Uncovers Long-lasting Prenatal Effects from Amphetamines

By | May 30, 2024

Using a tiny worm, FAU researchers have revealed the underlying mechanisms of embryonal exposure to methamphetamine (Meth) and amphetamines, a psychostimulant used to treat a variety of brain dysfunctions.

FAU/Mainstreet Poll: Arizona and Nevada Too Close to Call

By | May 23, 2024

New polling data from Nevada and Arizona reveal a deeply engaged and starkly divided electorate in these pivotal battleground states.

FAU Experts for the 2024 Hurricane Season

By | May 23, 2024

Forecasts indicate a highly active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. Several FAU faculty experts are available to discuss various issues surrounding hurricane preparedness, evacuation and aftermath.

After Hundreds of Years, Study Confirms Bermuda Home to Cownose Rays

By | May 20, 2024

Using citizen science and morphological and genetic data, FAU Harbor Branch researchers are the first to provide evidence that the Atlantic cownose ray has recently made a new home in Bermuda.

Biohybrid Robotic Hand Will Help Unravel Complex Sensation of Touch

By | May 15, 2024

FAU engineering researchers have developed a novel biohybrid neuro-prosthetic research platform to refine control of artificial hands and lead to a better understanding of the complex sensation of touch.

90% of Floridians Believe Climate Change is Happening

By | May 14, 2024

The latest FAU survey found that 90% of Floridians believe that climate change is happening and that belief in human-caused climate change has surged among Independents and slipped among Republicans.