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ADHUS Named Only 2018 National 'Blue Ribbon' School in PBC
FAU's A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) unveiled its National Blue Ribbon distinction awarded by the U.S. Department of Education at a recent announcement ceremony.
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Osher LLI at FAU Announces Winter Course Schedule
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida Atlantic University in Jupiter has announced its course offerings for the winter semester, which begins Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.
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Type of Exercise Halts Cognitive Decline in Obese People
FAU researchers have discovered what might be an effective strategy to prevent and combat cognitive dysfunction in obese individuals using an effective form of exercise - high-intensity interval exercise.
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FAU Schmidt College of Medicine Honors Donors at Ceremony
FAU hosted a dedication ceremony and reception to celebrate a major milestone and to honor benefactors Barbara and Richard Schmidt and philanthropists Lisa and Michael Kaufman, and Dr. Charles H. Hennekens.
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FAU to Serve on Specialized Agency of the United Nations
FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Science is among a handful of academic institutions in the U.S. appointed to serve on the International Telecommunication Union of the United Nations.
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Laws to Curb Use of Cell Phones Save Lives of Motorcyclists
Laws to ban or curb drivers' use of cell phones and other handheld devices have greatly reduced the rate of fatalities for motorcyclists, according to a new study by faculty at FAU and the University of Miami.
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Real Estate Markets Peaking and Some are in a Pricing Bubble
U.S. metropolitan residential real estate markets are peaking and some cities are in another pricing bubble, according to the latest national index produced by FAU and FIU faculty.
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FAU Launches MaryLynn Magar Fellowship at MPFI
FAU recently announced the launch of the MaryLynn Magar Fellowship at the Max Planck Academy at FAU's John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter.
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Innovative Stroke Treatment Leads to Patent Applications
An innovative agent that has been used for decades to treat alcohol-use disorder is showing real promise for the treatment of stroke and has resulted in a U.S. patent application for a neuroscientist at FAU.
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FAU and Max Planck Launch First-Of-Its-Kind Academy
The Florida Atlantic University Max Planck Academy on the John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter stands to redefine approaches to STEM education, not just in South Florida, but nationwide.