Max Planck-FAU Premier Doctoral Program
The nation's first International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Brain and Behavior via FAU collaboration launched this fall semester with five students from FAU.
Dean of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Announced
Ata Sarajedini, Ph.D., a leading astronomer and researcher, has been named as the dean of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science effective January 2017. He comes to FAU from the University of Florida.
Executive Director Named at FAU Harbor Branch
Anton Post, Ph.D. will lead Environmental and Ocean Science research at Florida Atlantic University.
New Technology Provides a 'Voice' for Hospitalized Patients
A tablet-based communication application called "Speak for Myself(TM)," developed at FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, is proving to be an invaluable tool empowering patients who are voiceless.
Study Shows Americans More Politically Polarized than Ever
Results of a study using nationally representative surveys of 10 million U.S. residents show that Americans are not only more politically polarized than ever but that more people identify as independent.
FAU Receives $2 Million Grant for Advanced Nursing Program
FAU's College of Nursing will use the grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to grow South Florida's primary care workforce and address unmet health care needs of underserved populations.
Compound from Marine Sponge Reduces Pancreatic Tumor Size
A deep-water marine sponge that contains leiodermatolide has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and block cancer cells from dividing using extremely low concentrations of the natural compound.
Study Sheds Light on Efficacy of Sexual Assault Hotlines
Today, there are more than 1,000 crisis hotline affiliates in the United States alone. Yet, despite their widespread use, much remains unknown or unclear about their service efficacy.
Former Runner Swaps Sneakers for Lab Coat
Jana Olivova received bachelor's degrees in neuroscience and psychology from Florida Atlantic University on Tuesday, August 9.
FAU Graduate Studying Deadly Bacteria in Florida
Gabrielle Barbarite received her doctorate in integrative biology on Tuesday, August 9.