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FAU is the first university in Florida to join the international VIP Consortium, a global network of more than 50 institutions of higher education, and has selected its first official VIP teams.
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine building on Boca Raton campus
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers will develop a targeted approach to eliminate the guesswork in medication management to reduce the risk of adverse drug events - particularly dangerous falls.
Michael R. Dobbs, M.D., and Ann Wood at the second annual 'FairfaxWood Amyloid Related Diseases Summit'
FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine recently hosted the summit, bringing together top scientists from North America and Europe to discuss the latest amyloid research and advancements.
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Florida Atlantic University has been ranked among the 2025 Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News & World Report.
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Study Reveals Social, Family and Health Factors Behind Teen Bullying
January 12, 2026
A study by FAU researchers finds teens who are overweight, socially isolated, born outside the U.S., or with anxiety, depression or ADHD, face higher risk of bullying - as victims, perpetrators, or both.
FAU Announces Lineup for Fifth Year of New Year Wellness Series
January 07, 2026
FAU will host the New Year Wellness Series for mind, body and spirit, to take place on Wednesdays at noon, from Jan. 14 to Jan. 28.
New FAU Research Strengthens Evidence Linking Alcohol Use to Cancer
December 11, 2025
New research from FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine delivers a timely reminder this holiday season: even moderate drinking can raise your risk for several cancers.
FAU Inductees of Florida Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine
December 04, 2025
Three FAU researchers - Randy Blakely, Ph.D., Gregg Fields, Ph.D., and Hari Kalva, Ph.D. - were inducted into the 2025 class of the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida.
Muscle Protein Linked to Exercise Opens New Way to Treat Alzheimer's
November 18, 2025
A study by FAU researchers and collaborators in a mouse model has unveiled a novel strategy that has the potential to combat Alzheimer's disease by targeting muscle health.
Discovery to Display: FAU Unveils the 'Art of Science' Winners
November 07, 2025
FAU's Art of Science showcases stunning research-inspired images submitted by students, faculty and staff. Explore more than 200 entries and vote for your favorite in the People's Choice Award.
Nearly 70 FAU Faculty Named Among World's Top 2% of Scientists
October 29, 2025
Nearly 70 FAU faculty are ranked among the world's top 2% of scientists by Stanford-Elsevier, recognizing their global research impact across 22 fields and 174 subfields from engineering to humanities.
Where a Child Lives - Not Just Diet - Raises Type 2 Diabetes Risk
October 21, 2025
FAU researchers found poor walkability, litter, and reliance on assistance programs are strongly linked to type 2 diabetes risk in young children, based on a large nationwide study.
FAU Lands $3M Federal Grant to Prevent Substance Use in At-risk Youth
October 14, 2025
"Rising Strong" will support more than 3,000 South Florida youth with trauma-informed, evidence-based prevention, empowering vulnerable populations to build resilience and choose substance-free futures.
World's First Bench-to-Bedside MRI, Focused Ultrasound System Unveiled
October 13, 2025
The newly expanded FAU NeuroInnovate Center is the first in the world to integrate advanced MRI and focused ultrasound technologies into a single, unified platform for both preclinical and clinical research.
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