Manmade Mangroves Could Address Threats to Coastal Areas
With threats of sea level rise and other natural disasters, researchers from the College of Engineering and Computer Science are turning to nature to create bioinspired materials that mimic mangrove trees.
Researcher Examines Bilingual Development in Children
Bilingual children from immigrant families should not be expected to be two monolinguals in one. It takes them longer to learn two languages at once compared to just one, but a researcher says, "Don't worry."
In Teen Friendships, Misery Does Love Company
A study that examined anxiety, depression, social withdrawal, and submissiveness found that teens with similar levels of anxiety and depression are more likely to remain friends from one year to the next.
Voice Pitch Sways Voters, Doesn't Result in Better Leaders
People with lower-pitched voices are more likely to win elected office because they are believed to be superior leaders. A new study examines if voice pitch is a reliable signal of leadership quality.
FAU Dedicates Phil Smith Hall and Center for Free Enterprise
Family, friends and colleagues of the late South Florida businessman and philanthropist Phil Smith gathered with the FAU community to dedicate Phil Smith Hall and the Center for Free Enterprise.
FAU to Celebrate 'A New OWLeans' Homecoming 2017
Florida Atlantic University will celebrate "A New OWLeans" Homecoming 2017 beginning Saturday, Oct. 14 through Saturday, Oct. 21.
Study Reveals How Language Develops in Bilingual Children
When bilingual children learn any two languages from birth each language proceeds on its own independent course, at a rate that reflects the quality of the children's exposure to each language.
Does the Smart Songbird Always Get the Girl?
If the early bird catches the worm, then does the smart songbird get the girl? FAU study tests the links between cognition, sexiness and male songbirds' ability to serenade.
Does a 'Bad' Apple Spoil the Bunch?
FAU researchers and collaborators conducted a first-of-its-kind longitudinal study on twins to identify the degree to which siblings contribute to the increase in delinquent behavior and alcohol misuse.
FAU Graduate Named College President
Joaquin Martinez, Ph.D., received his doctorate in higher education leadership from FAU on August 9.