Novel Study First to Tally Biomass from Oceanic Plastic Debris
FAU Harbor Branch scientists and collaborators have obtained a quantitative number for biomass from oceanic plastic debris using a novel visualization method that provides the first estimate of its kind.
Assaults on Science Causing Alarming and Avoidable Deaths in the U.S.
In a commentary, FAU Schmidt College of Medicine researchers say "pandemic politics" is causing assaults on science, the FDA, the CDC as well as the health of the U.S. public.
FAU Pine Jog's Climate READY Program Receives NOAA Grant
Florida Atlantic University Pine Jog Environmental Education Center's Climate Resilience Education and Action for Dedicated Youth Program recently received funding from NOAA's Environmental Literacy Program.
Trick-or-treat for Halloween? Here's What You Need to Know
Terry Adirim, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine, answers some of the most frequently asked questions and offers tips regarding COVID-19 and "trick-or-treating" during the pandemic.
FAU Index Shows Greater Consumer Confidence Among Hispanics
Consumer confidence among U.S. Hispanics continues to recover from the sharp decline at the start of the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year.
Empty Stadiums Present New Challenge for Sports Marketers
One of the best ways to promote a product or company is to buy advertising or sponsorships at a sporting event, but marketers need a new game plan now that many stadiums are empty.
Deep Price Cuts Will Set Bad Precedent for Hotels After Pandemic Ends
Hoteliers are bracing for a tenuous tourist season as the fallout from the COVID-19 recession lingers, but deep discounting should not be part of the recovery playbook
FAU to Host Virtual Events in Honor of LGBTQ+ History Month
FAU will celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a series of virtual events for students and staff beginning Thursday, Oct. 8 through Wednesday, Oct. 28 at its Boca Raton, Jupiter and Broward campuses.
FAU Awarded $5.3 Million to Detect Cognitive Change in Older Drivers
FAU's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing and collaborators have received a $5.3 million NIH grant to detect cognitive change in older drivers using rapidly available and discreet in-vehicle sensors.
FAU's Board of Trustees Reelects Chair
The Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees reelected current chair Abdol Moabery during its recent annual retreat.