Hispanics' Consumer Confidence Remains Steady in Third Quarter
Consumer confidence among U.S. Hispanics remained mostly stable in the third quarter, despite the supply-chain crisis, increased labor movement activities, and other economic turmoil.
FAU Among Three Finalists for National Degree Completion Award
The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) selected Florida Atlantic University to be one of three finalists for its national Degree Completion Award.
Older African Americans More Physically Active in Green Neighborhoods
FAU researchers are the first to conduct a nationally representative study of neighborhood open spaces and neighborhood-based walking in older adults in the United States.
Even Colleges with 100 Percent Vaccine Rates Need COVID-19 Testing
An analytical study examined levels of vaccine efficacy and mitigation strategies including testing and quarantine in 5,000 fully-vaccinated simulated undergraduate students.
Eliminate COVID-19? It's Possible Based on New Mathematical Models
Using a novel mathematical framework, a first-of-its-kind FAU study reveals the effects of social distancing on infectious diseases such as COVID-19 and the role of the economy.
Molecular Study Finds IRL Green Sea Turtles Biologically Stressed
FAU researchers have found that green sea turtles in the heavily polluted Indian River Lagoon have compromised immune function, which makes them more vulnerable to tumors.
FAU Engineering in Top Three Fastest Improving Colleges in the U.S.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science is rapidly rising and is ranked by 'U.S. News & World Report' (2020 to 2022) as one of the top three fastest improving engineering colleges in the U.S.
FAU Study: COVID-19 Especially Harmful in at-Risk Communities
Florida communities struggling with health and social challenges before the COVID-19 pandemic bear disproportionate risk of infection and death, according to a new study.
Breastfeeding Status and Duration Impact Postpartum Depression Risk
A nursing study is the first to examine current breastfeeding status in association with postpartum depression risk in a dataset of 29,685 American women, revealing the significant benefits of breastfeeding.
EMS Ketamine Use on Patients on Cocaine Raises Intubation 5.75-fold
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers explored the sedative used by EMS for 'excited delirium,' a form of aggressive behavior, and the effects of illicit substances on ensuing hospital intubations.