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Copy-cat? Study Explores Conformity in Children with Few Friends
What gives one friend influence over another and why? FAU researchers tested the theory that children with few friends protect these friendships through conformity to stay in a friend's "good graces."
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U.S. Rents Moderating, but Affordability Issues Linger
December 2022 rents fell in 71 of the nation's 100 largest metropolitan areas even as markets in Florida remain overvalued and unaffordable for many consumers
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FAU to Host Events in Honor of Black History Month
Each year, FAU observes National Black History Month by celebrating the history and contributions of its African American/Black Diaspora communities with a series of events for students, staff and faculty.
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Interplay Between Sleep, Pain and Spinal Cord Stimulation
Researchers from the Schmidt College of Medicine have unraveled the interplay between chronic pain, sleep and spinal cord stimulation, a treatment that uses low levels of electricity to relieve pain.
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FAU Honors Patrick J. Geraghty as Business Leader of the Year
Florida Atlantic University's College of Business honored Patrick J. Geraghty today as Business Leader of the Year.
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Study: Florida Dominates List of Most Overvalued Housing Markets
Florida metros make up six of the 10 most overvalued housing markets in the nation.
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FAU Online Programs Move Up in 'U.S. News & World Report' Rankings
Florida Atlantic University's online master's in education program is ranked No. 52 in the nation for 2023 by U.S. News & World Report, rising from No. 80 in 2022.
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FAU, Broward Health to Partner on Academic Medicine
FAU and Broward Health have announced a partnership to provide academic medicine to Broward County, and to collaborate on education, clinical training and practice, health services administration, and research.
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Easing of Inflation Bolsters Hispanics' Confidence in U.S. Economy
With consumer price hikes moderating, U.S. Hispanics are feeling more optimistic about their personal finances and the economy.
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FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute Opens in Jupiter
FAU celebrated the opening of the FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at FAU's John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter, heralding a new era in neuroscience and education.