60% of U.S. Teens Have Tried AI Chatbots, 11.4% Use Them Daily
A first-of-its-kind national FAU study shows teens are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for romantic companionship and advice, while many also report troubling and potentially harmful interactions.
FAU Celebrates Largest Class of M.D. Graduates in its History
FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine held its commencement ceremony today for the class of 2026 - its largest in history, with 79 graduates.
BEPI Poll: Hispanic Consumer Confidence Drops Sharply in First Quarter
A majority of Hispanic consumers say their financial situation has gotten worse over the past year, a reversal from just three months ago, according to a new poll from Florida Atlantic University's BEPI
FAU Celebrates Spring 2026 Graduates
Florida Atlantic University conferred a record-number 4,347 degrees over the course of eight commencement ceremonies.
Driving Data and Vehicle Sensors Help Detect Early Cognitive Decline
An FAU study of 4,800 real-world driving trips found that subtle changes in speed control, braking and trip patterns may signal early cognitive decline before diagnosis.
FAU Researcher Earns NSF CAREER Award for Air, Water Purification
An FAU engineering researcher has received an NSF CAREER award to study why amine-based sorbents degrade, aiming to design longer-lasting materials for capturing carbon dioxide, toxins and "forever chemicals."
FAU Lab Schools Recognized by Discovery Education
A.D. Henderson University School and FAU High School are among just six schools nationwide to be selected as "School of the Year" as part of the 2026 Discovery Education Awards.
FAU Review: Obesity and Alzheimer's Share Disease Metabolic Pathways
A review from FAU finds increasing evidence that obesity and Alzheimer's disease are biologically linked and share early metabolic disruptions.
Cross Country Healthcare, FAU Release 2026 State of Nursing Report
A national survey of 2,000 nurses shows rising strain since 2022 - burnout, pay concerns and staffing shortages up sharply - despite strong purpose and growing calls for flexibility, security and support.
FAU Civil Engineers Host and Compete in Regionwide ASCE Competition
Florida Atlantic University recently hosted the 2026 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Southeast Student Symposium