Alarming Rise of Electronic Vaping Use in U.S. Adolescents
Researchers explored temporal trends for ninth through 12th grades among 57,006 adolescents and found that vaping has significantly increased by more than three-and-one-half times from 2015 to 2019.
FAU Researchers Land $1M in FDOH Grants to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
Three FAU researchers have received funding from the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer's Disease Research Program to tackle this global health crisis with their unique approaches.
60% of Women with Disabilities View Cannabis as a 'Harmless' Drug
FAU researchers from the Schmidt College of Medicine assessed the perceived risk of harm associated with weekly cannabis use by disability status in a sample of 20,234 women ages 18 to 49.
FAU Celebrates 10 Years of Conferring M.D. Degrees
FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine celebrated the nation's newest physicians and biomedical researchers during the commencement ceremony, which marked 10 years of conferring M.D. degrees.
FAU Creates New Department of Biomedical Engineering
The College of Engineering and Computer Science has created a Department of Biomedical Engineering that will focus on biomaterials and tissue engineering; smart health systems; and bio-robotics.
Study Examines U.S. Public Opinion of 'Would-be' Mass Shooters
A first-of-its-kind FAU study gauges support for balanced justice and rehabilitation, and sheds light on public opinion about "would-be" mass shooters, particularly regarding their mental health status.
Remote Sensing Technique Captures Details of Hurricane Ian's Aftermath
FAU researchers are the first to use aerial imagery and LiDAR to remotely identify structural damage and beach structural changes on a barrier island in the aftermath of a catastrophic natural disaster.
Study Unveils Balance of AI and Preserving Humanity in Health Care
Cross Country Healthcare and FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing have launched the fourth annual Future of Nursing Survey that reveals nursing perspectives on AI and compassionate care.
FAU Awarded Grant to Examine Role of Pet Dogs on Military Adolescents
FAU nursing researchers will investigate pet dog ownership on adolescent resilience and well-being to counter the effects of military-specific stressors and promote positive outcomes.
FAU Researcher Earns Top Award for Marine Natural Products
Amy Wright, Ph.D., research professor at FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, received the Paul J. Scheuer Award in Marine Natural Products, considered the foremost accolade in the field.