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Herbert Weissbach Receives BioFlorida's 'Lifetime Achievement Award'
FAU's Herbert Weissbach, Ph.D., received BioFlorida's "Lifetime Achievement Award," reserved to recognize outstanding industry leadership and significant contributions throughout an individual's career.
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Remdesivir for COVID-19: FDA Approved but Still Unproven
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers reviewed the most reliable data from remdesivir randomized trials. In a commentary, they conclude that effective public health strategies are more urgently needed.
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Boo! How Do Mexican Cavefish Escape Predators?
A few fish, like Mexican cavefish, have evolved in unique environments without predators. A study on escape evolution reveals vast differences in startle reflex responses between cavefish populations.
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Research Park at FAU Company Joins NSF CAKE at FAU
The Research Park at Florida Atlantic University® recently announced that its client company, GoAwake, has joined the NSF CAKE at FAU.
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Biden Maintains Slim Advantage on Trump Across Florida
Democratic nominee Joe Biden holds a slight edge over U.S. President Donald Trump among likely Florida voters.
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FAU Offers New 'Dermatology NP Post-graduate Certificate Program'
The Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing has launched a new certificate program for nurse practitioners to enable them to provide high-quality, holistic care for their patients with dermatological conditions.
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FAU's Board of Trustees Elects Vice Chair
The Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees recently elected Brent Burns as its vice chair.
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FAU Awarded U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research Grant for AI
FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science researchers receive $653,393 grant to improve learning and operation of artificial intelligence systems.
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FAU High Receives GreatSchools.org 2020 College Success Award
FAU High School has received a prestigious College Success Award from GreatSchools.org, the nation's leading nonprofit empowering parents to unlock educational opportunities for their children.
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Opioid Use Disorder? Electronic Health Records Help Pinpoint Patients
A retrospective cross-sectional study by FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers and collaborators, shows that information in electronic health records may help identify patients with opioid use disorder.