FAU Poll Finds Florida Gov. DeSantis Off to a Good Start
Gov. Ron DeSantis is enjoying widespread popularity from Florida voters who support his proposals to reduce the impacts of harmful algae blooms and eliminate Common Core standards, according to a new survey.
FAU Develops 'State of Downtown West Palm Beach' Report
FAU's Center for Urban and Environmental Solutions teamed up with the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority on a comprehensive metrics report to track progress and expansion in downtown over time.
Palm Beach County Real Estate Cycle May Be Nearing Its Peak
The housing market in Palm Beach County is 19.76 percent above its long-term pricing trend, according to a new study from faculty at FAU College of Business.
FAU Programs Among the Best in 'U.S. News & World Report'
FAU's nursing, business and education programs are listed in the 2019 U.S. News & World Report national rankings for "Best Online Graduate Programs." Nursing is ranked No. 23 nationwide and No. 1 in Florida.
Hispanics' Consumer Confidence is Strong Going into 2019
Consumer confidence among Hispanics in the U.S. improved in the fourth quarter of 2018 as optimism grew about their financial situation as well as the nation's economic outlook, a new FAU index says.
U.S. Housing Cycle Nears Peak as Property Appreciation Slows
Housing prices are slightly overheated and residential real estate markets are experiencing minimal downward pressure on the demand for home ownership, a new FAU study says.
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.
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.
Political Donations Lead to Sweetheart Deals in Contracts
Companies that make political donations are more likely to be awarded government contracts with terms containing "sweetheart deals" for the firms, according to a study by faculty at FAU College of Business.
Targeted Health Spending Decreases Infant Mortality Rates
A new study by researchers at FAU College of Business shows that targeted spending on public health activities specifically related to infant health significantly reduces infant mortality.