NEWS ARCHIVE


Placenta-on-a-Chip: Microsensor Mimics Malaria in the Womb

By | August 29, 2017

By combining microbiology with engineering technologies, researchers are developing a novel 3D model to study malaria-infected placenta, and have received a $400,000 NIH grant to develop this microsensor.

Psychotic Disorders and Obesity: Blame Big Waistlines

By | August 23, 2017

A researcher in FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine and collaborators are the first to compare the long-term course of weight across different psychotic disorders in a newly published report.

Uncovering One of Cuba's Hidden Natural Treasures

By | August 17, 2017

An ocean exploration led by FAU's Harbor Branch with scientists from the U.S. and Cuba has explored never-before-studied mesophotic coral reefs during a month-long circumnavigation of the entire coast of Cuba.

FAU Graduate Researching Potential Ebola and Zika Vaccines

By | August 15, 2017

While teaching microbiology in Nigeria in 2014, Olumide Adenmosun, 31, witnessed firsthand the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history and knew he had to help

Nursing Home Guide Could Save U.S. Millions of Dollars

By | August 8, 2017

An innovative yet simple and inexpensive approach using a guide for residents in nursing homes and their families could have a dramatic impact nationwide on health care savings, morbidity and quality of life.

Research Park at FAU to Celebrate 2017 Awards

By | August 7, 2017

he Research Park at Florida Atlantic University recently named the recipients of its third annual Research Park Annual Awards.

FAU Student, Alumnus Recognized as Emerging Scholars

By | August 2, 2017

Florida Atlantic University student Gabrielle Rind and recent FAU graduate Dawit Rumicha were each awarded the Emerging Scholar Award.

It's Not Just What You Eat, It's What's Eating You

By | August 2, 2017

A new study shows that it's not just what or how much you eat that matters. Smelling food in addition to consuming calories could influence the aging process and provide clues for a longer lifespan.

FAU and U.S. Southern Command Team Up

By | July 27, 2017

Florida Atlantic University and U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) have signed memorandums of understanding to pursue common goals for research collaboration and student internships.

FAU's Division of Research Affiliates with DKJA

By | July 26, 2017

I-SENSE has entered into an agreement with the Donna Klein Jewish Academy to allow high school students to participate in tours, seminars and research training opportunities.