FAU Graduate Studying Deadly Bacteria in Florida
Gabrielle Barbarite received her doctorate in integrative biology on Tuesday, August 9.
Former Runner Swaps Sneakers for Lab Coat
Jana Olivova received bachelor's degrees in neuroscience and psychology from Florida Atlantic University on Tuesday, August 9.
Professor Awarded International Distinguished Fellowship
The International Academy of Cardiology recently awarded a distinguished fellowship to Charles H. Hennekens, M.D., Dr.P.H. in FAU's College of Medicine, for his contributions to cardiovascular medicine.
Think Millennials Are the 'Hookup Generation?'
You're wrong, according to a new sex study that really contradicts the widespread notion that Millennials are the "hookup" generation, which is popularized by dating apps like "Tinder" and others.
Start-up Mitigates Risks from Sea-level Rise, Flooding
Coastal Risk Consulting, a new start-up company formed by an FAU professor, has developed technology to evaluate and mitigate risks from encroaching seas along Florida's southeast coast and other regions.
I-SENSE and Dioxide Materials(TM) Partner to Cut Energy Costs
FAU's I-SENSE and Dioxide Materials(TM) have formed a unique partnership to develop and evaluate a novel low-cost, low-power, wireless CO2 sensing system for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning applications.
The 'Taboo' of Retirement for Catholic Priests
You've heard about physician shortages. But, Catholic priests? They are in a similar dilemma with fewer options to retire from their diocese. And, unlike medicine, priesthood is not a lucrative profession.
Driving, Dementia - Gauging Safe Driving in Older Adults
Almost half of all drivers are over the age of 65. With declining cognitive processes in older adults such as Alzheimer's disease, there is concern for public safety and unsafe driving in this population.
New Study Pinpoints Behavior Type Linked to Binge Drinking
Binge drinking -- almost a rite of passage -- peaks during the college years. So this begs the question, "Are there specific characteristics associated with high-level binge drinking habits in college students?"
Survival of the Fittest Sperm - New Device for Infertility
A researcher has developed a new device for assisted reproductive technology that can quickly, easily and cost effectively select only the healthiest sperm without causing DNA damage.