Deep-sea Sponges May Hold Key to Antibiotic Drug Resistance
Scientists from FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute have identified several strains of actinobacteria derived from sea sponges that have potent antifungal, anti-MRSA and antibacterial activities.
Virtual Reality Headset Reduces Children's Fear of Needles
A study led by an affiliate faculty member in FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine is the first to use a 3D virtual reality headset to test this tool as a distraction method in a pediatric setting.
Four FAU High Students Named National Merit Recipients
Four Florida Atlantic University High School students have been named winners of the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Competition.
HRSA $2.8 Million Grant Will Enhance RN Role in Primary Care
FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing will establish a primary care workforce of BSN degree students who are practice ready and willing to serve veterans and patients in rural and underserved communities.
Metabolic Effects of Antipsychotic Medications in Youths
A study led by a researcher at FAU is the first to use gold-standard measures to show that antipsychotic medication use in youths adversely affects body fat and insulin sensitivity.
FAU Teams Win Top Awards at SeaPerch Competition
Six teams from Florida Atlantic University High School and A.D. Henderson University School (ADHUS) recently competed in the 2018 International SeaPerch Underwater Robotics Championship at the University of Massachusett... More
Renters Create More Wealth than Home Buyers in Many Markets
Renters who reinvest their money have an increasingly better chance at creating wealth than individuals who purchase a home, according to the latest national index produced by FAU and FIU faculty.
Common Myths and Truths About Alzheimer's Disease
One of the country's leading neuroscientists has developed eight myths and truths about Alzheimer's disease to shed light on this form of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.
Alumna's Gift Establishes Women in Leadership Program at FAU
Kathleen E. Brush, who earned an M.B.A. from FAU in 1980, has donated more than $1.3 million to the College of Business to establish the Kathleen Brush Program for Women in Leadership.
Research Park at FAU to Celebrate 2018 Awards
The Research Park at Florida Atlantic University® recently named the recipients of its fourth annual Research Park Annual Awards.