Research Provides Hope for Parkinson's Disease Treatment
Looking at dopamine neurons in a tiny worm's brain, scientists have identified a novel pathway that sustains the health of these cells. These findings may lead to developing Parkinson's disease medications.
Personality Has a Big Impact on How Well Expatriates Adjust
FAU study shows that expatriates' personality characteristics have a lot to do with how well they adjust and whether they succeed and provide a return on a company's considerable investment in an individual.
Could a Cup of Joe a Day Keep the Doctor and Death Away?
What is it about the link between drinking coffee and longevity? Is it the 200 plus organic compounds in the coffee bean itself or its proven benefits of reducing inflammation? Or could it be something else?
FAU Hosts Third Annual Women's Leadership Institute
More than 80 aspiring women leaders recently attended Florida Atlantic University's third annual Women's Leadership Institute.
Osher LLI at FAU Presents General Ernest C. Audino
Senior Military Fellow at the London Center for Policy Research and Retired U.S. Army General to Give Lecture on Syria, Iraq
Accreditation Assessment Invites Public to Comment
A team of Assessors from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) will examine all aspects of the Florida Atlantic University Police Department.
Study Shows Vulnerable Inmates More Fearful of Prison Rape
Using data from 400 male inmates in 23 maximum-security prisons, a new study examines factors related to fear of rape in prison and the likelihood of inmates seeking mental health treatment while incarcerated.
Grants Assist Breast Cancer Research in Minority Populations
A nursing professor in FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing recently received two research grants to enhance diversity and to investigate breast cancer in minority populations.
Diplomacy Program Receives Distinguished Delegation Award
The Leon Charney Diplomacy Program at Florida Atlantic University received the Distinguished Delegation Award at the National Model United Nations competition in New York City.
Dusty May Named FAU's Head Men's Basketball Coach
Dusty May has accepted the challenge of building Florida Atlantic University's men's basketball program into a team that will consistently compete on the national stage.