03/16/2026
FAU researchers report that teen obesity is rising as fewer adolescents try to lose weight, highlighting increased long-term health risks and the urgent need for stronger support and healthier habits.
Match Day 2026 - Celebrate with us Friday, March 20
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Alumni Reunion Weekend 2026 - Celebrating All MedOwls!
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2025 Commencement Ceremony
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Welcome to the Schmidt College of Medicine
The Schmidt College of Medicine is one of the fastest-growing medical schools in the nation, we are committed to advancing excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community engagement. Nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report, the Schmidt College of Medicine partners with more than 300 community organizations from Miami-Dade to Vero Beach, creating meaningful impact across South Florida.
Florida Atlantic Medical Group
Experienced Florida Atlantic physicians delivering personalized, patient-centered health care.
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FAU Amyloidosis Project
Bridging the gap between amyloid research and clinical practice. A FairfaxWood Health & Innovation Technology Initiative.
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Dementia Care Navigation
Addressing unmet needs of those affected by Alzheimer's Disease and other related dementia (ADRD).
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NEWS
03/06/2026
FAU has received a $2.4M NIH grant to study how the neuronal immune receptor IL-1R1 shapes brain circuits, behavior, and social function, offering new insights into neurological and psychiatric disorders.
02/05/2026
FAU researchers found that adults whose diets were highest in ultra-processed foods had a 47% higher risk of heart attack or stroke than those who ate the least, even after adjusting for other factors.
02/04/2026
FAU has secured $4 million in federal funding in fiscal year 2026 to advance national priorities in defense readiness, semiconductor workforce development and neurological disease research.
EVENTS
No. 27 for "Most Graduates Practicing in Medically Underserved Areas"