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Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Scientific Excellence and Discovery
Through its academic departments and research centers, the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science provides outstanding opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate science majors.
In addition to the eight academic departments in the College, there is a group of strong interdisciplinary and sub-disciplinary research centers engaged in cutting-edge research.
The education and research programs of our College span the sciences and mathematics with major efforts in many fields ranging from biotechnology, bioinformatics, and brain science to cryptology, developmental systems, dynamical systems, environmental sciences, exercise sciences, geo-information science, marine science, and space-time physics. The College's programs are offered at FAU's campuses in Boca Raton, Davie, Jupiter, and Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute.
Spotlight Stories
Alumna Spotlight: Sadelyn De Los Santos ‘15
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science alumna Sadelyn De Los Santos, B.S. ’15, MCMSc, PA-C, adored her time as an undergraduate at Florida Atlantic. Her incredible academic experience as a Biological Sciences student helped foster her love of learning and prepare her for future graduate studies and medical career.
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Alumnus Richard DiMarchi Honored for Pioneering Research in Obesity Drug Discovery
Richard DiMarchi, Ph.D., B.S. ’74, was honored with the prestigious 2024 Mani L. Bhaumik Breakthrough of the Year Award by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The recognition celebrates his groundbreaking research which has paved the way for revolutionary drugs that have reshaped the landscape of obesity treatment on a global scale.
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How Science, Conservation, and Education Are Thriving at the Riverwoods Field Lab
Located in the Kissimmee River Basin, Riverwoods was established in 1995 to provide a physical base, as well as support for the extensive research and educational activities related to the restoration of the Kissimmee River project – and the Riverwoods Field Laboratory (Riverwoods).
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News
Alumna Mikki McComb-Kobza, Ph.D. ’09, Shares the Wonder of Nature, Science, and Conservation
Although there aren’t any sharks in Colorado where alumna Mikki McComb-Kobza, Ph.D. ’09, now resides, that doesn’t stop her from sharing her elasmo-enthusiasm through the nonprofit organization she helped co-found,...
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Immersive Learning at FAU’s Microbiome Innovation Cluster with Undergraduate Researcher Jon Declan
Senior biology major Jon Declan discovered the fascinating world of entomology at Florida Atlantic. He’s a founding member of FAU’s Microbiome Innovation Cluster, and his research on disease vectors and agricultural health...
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Florida Atlantic University Receives Significant Gift to Support the Next Generation of Environmental Stewards
The 22 undergraduate scholarships that the gift establishes are open to all majors at Florida Atlantic for students with financial need and strong interest in environmental science. Four additional scholarships are earmarked...
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Wild Birds’ Gut Microbiome Linked With Ornamentation, Body Condition
Researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, have spent the last five years studying the relationships between songbird gut microbiomes and traits that relate to a bird’s health...
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Watch: New York Times Columnist Carl Zimmer Presents Lecture: Will AI Figure Out Life Itself?
Carl Zimmer, an award-winning New York Times columnist and author, presented a riveting lecture titled, “Is Artificial Intelligence Going to Figure Out Life Itself?” to an audience of more than 200 people on Nov. 21....
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Palm Beach County Commissioners Tour Florida Atlantic’s Marine Science Lab
Several elected Palm Beach County officials visited the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science’s Marine Science Laboratory throughout the fall semester to visit the unique site.
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Rankings
No. 149
Earth Sciences
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No. 160
Mathematics
No. 167
Physics
No. 185
Psychology
No. 203
Biology
No. 201
Chemistry
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