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Introducing our New Department of Biomedical Engineering
The Florida Atlantic College of Engineering and Computer Science has established a new Department of Biomedical Engineering focusing on biomaterials, smart health systems, and bio-robotics. The department will offer innovative curricula, hands-on learning, and research opportunities, preparing students for careers in biomedical engineering, medical school, or advanced studies. With state-of-the-art facilities and collaborations across Florida Atlantic’s medical and science colleges, this program addresses the growing demand for bioengineers.
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NEWS
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$1.8M NIH Grant to Florida Atlantic Engineering Will Fuel Decoding Human Evolution
Michael DeGiorgio, Ph.D., from the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic, received a $1.87 million NIH grant to develop methods for detecting natural selection in genomes, improving understanding of human genetic variation and disease resistance. This research aims to develop powerful tools for identifying diverse modes of adaptation from genetic data and to better understand the evolutionary mechanisms underlying traits like disease resistance and pathogen defense.
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Florida Atlantic Engineering to Lead $1.3M Collaborative Conservation Project
The United States National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation have announced a $1.3 million collaborative grant to the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, and Old Dominion University, for a project designed to cost-effectively identify and track wildlife using artificial intelligence. The system aims to streamline the creation, maintenance, query, and behavior analysis of manatees using photo-identification software.
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Wearable Sensors and AI Transform Balance Assessment
Researchers from the Florida Atlantic College of Engineering and Computer Science developed a novel approach using wearable sensors and advanced machine learning algorithms to improve balance assessment, addressing gaps in traditional methods and allowing for remote monitoring, as detailed in Frontiers in Digital Health.
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FAU Engineering Professor Achieves Highly Cited Google Scholar Ranking
College of Engineering and Computer Science Professor Taghi M. Khoshgoftaar has achieved over 63,500 citations and a Google Scholar h-index of 95, making him Florida Atlantic’s most cited faculty member in artificial intelligence and data science.
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Biohybrid Robotic Hand Unravels Complex Sensation of Touch
Florida Atlantic engineers developed a biohybrid neuro-prosthetic platform that integrates an artificial hand with biological neural networks, showing sensitivity to neural stimulation methods and potential for enhancing motor control and understanding of touch, as published in Biomimetics. Ultimately, findings could lead to a better understanding of the complex sensation of touch, which is necessary for refined control of the hand.
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FAU Awarded $10M to Train People with Disabilities for High Tech Jobs
The FAU College of Education and the College of Engineering and Computer Science have received a significant grant from the United States Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services to increase the capacity and participation of transition-age youths and working-age adults with disabilities in high demand technology jobs locally and nationally.
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Grading Brain Health on a Curve
Walking. We don't think much about it. It just gets us from point A to point B. But now, an NSF-invested team of engineers at the Florida Atlantic University College of Engineering and Computer Science has developed a way to glean important clues about our brain's health from how we walk. The research specifically targets older individuals and the early detection of mild cognitive impairment, or MCI, that sometimes can lead to Alzheimer's.
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Student Spotlights
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Amanda McFarlane
Meet Amanda, a senior at Florida Atlantic pursuing a BS in Computer Science with a minor in Artificial Intelligence. A military veteran and President of the Women in Engineering and Computer Science Club, she's passionate about empowering women to pursue careers in STEM.
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College of Engineering HPS Team Wins Second at International Submarine Race
The College of Engineering and Computer Science Human Powered Submarine team took second place at the 2024 European International Submarine Races. Their submarine, Owlbacore, also won awards for Communications and Reliability.
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Community Outreach
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Engineer the Future Day
On October 16, Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science hosted "Engineer the Future Day 2024," welcoming over 300 middle and high school students from Palm Beach and Broward Counties. The event connected students with engineering and computer science through hands-on research showcases, insights into industry demands, and introductions to university resources. The event also helped connect high school students with industry, providing valuable opportunities to engage with real-world challenges and understand the skills needed for future careers. It was a day of inspiration, learning, and strengthening the ties between education and industry.
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Upward Bound
The Upward Bound Summer STEM Institute 2024 at the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic provided an inspiring, hands-on learning experience for middle and high school students. Participants explored diverse fields like civil engineering, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, and ocean engineering through interactive activities, from building bridges and racing boats to creating artificial pancreas models. The program highlighted FAU's commitment to engaging young students in STEM and fostering future engineers and scientists.
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Faculty Spotlight
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Dr. Raquel Asiss Appointed Associate Dean of Graduate Studies
Dr. Raquel Assis, newly appointed Associate Dean of Graduate Studies at the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic, brings a strong background in bioinformatics and computational biology, focusing on innovative methods to decode genotype-phenotype relationships. With an interdisciplinary research portfolio that includes next-generation sequencing, AI, and machine learning, Dr. Assis aims to advance the graduate curriculum to keep pace with rapid technological change, fostering student development and expanding FAU’s research impact. The College warmly welcomes her and looks forward to her contributions in graduate education and collaborative research.
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Special Features
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FAU Engineering Master’s Programs Ranked in ‘Top Engineering Programs for Your Money’
The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic has been recognized by Money Magazine's 2024 list of Best Engineering Master’s Programs for Your Money, offering a cost-effective education with an annual cost of $28,550, a 100% employment rate, and an average early career salary of $73,740, making it a top choice for aspiring engineers.
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CA-AI Research Highlighted in ‘Nature Reviews’
Researchers from the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the Center for Connected Autonomy and AI (CA-AI) at Florida Atlantic, developed a groundbreaking algorithm to dynamically optimize MIMO wireless waveforms, effectively reducing electromagnetic interference in machine-to-machine communications.
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Special Events
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Florida Atlantic Engineering and FPL Unveil New AI-Enabled Center (InETech)
Florida Atlantic College of Engineering and Computer Science and Florida Power & Light have launched the "FPL Center for Intelligent Energy Technologies," a $1M AI-powered hub for smart energy research and workforce development. The center replicates FPL’s smart grid, providing real-time tools to improve energy efficiency and storm resilience.
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Celebrating Excellence: Students Achieving Perfect 4.0 GPA
On September 17th, the College of Engineering and Computer Science celebrated 356 students from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science who earned a perfect 4.0 GPA in Spring and Summer 2024. Honorees received certificates and a year-long IEEE membership, providing essential resources for professional growth in fields like AI and cybersecurity.
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Engaging with Our Tech Community at eMerge Americas
The College of Engineering and Computer Science showcased its advancements in AI, robotics, and biomedical engineering at eMerge Americas 2024, emphasizing collaboration and the empowerment of future innovators.
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Precision Medicine Hackathon
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic recently hosted a two-day hackathon, challenging students to develop data engineering solutions using the All of Us dataset, a comprehensive health data repository. Held October 18-19, the event brought together 100 students across 20 interdisciplinary teams to tackle issues such as data quality, security, and fairness in predictive models for precision medicine. Sponsored by Dell Technologies, ModMed, and supported by Memorial Health and VA Health West Palm Beach, the hackathon awarded $10K to winning teams.
After hours of coding, collaboration, and problem-solving, the top teams emerged victorious:
- 1st Place: Elise Neubarth and team
- 2nd Place: Natasha and Tatiana Wooding-Sansberro and team
- 3rd Place: Jaya Kumar Gontine and team
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