Political Apathy Spreads from Parents to Adolescent Children
A study finds risks unique to families with close ties. When parents and adolescents are close, parents transmit political apathy to their adolescent children, which could negatively impact young voters.
·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥Receives $11.5 Million Gift to Combat Life-Threatening Illness
The Schmidt College of Medicine received the monumental gift from philanthropists Ann and John Wood to combat amyloidosis, a complex and challenging disease, using a whole-body and multidisciplinary approach.
·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥Scientist Featured in NatGeo's 'SharkFest' 2023
FAU's Stephen Kajiura, Ph.D., a professor of biological sciences in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, is featured in National Geographic's highly popular series, "When Sharks Attack."
·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥Study Explores Incarceration, Employment and Re-offense
A researcher from the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice investigated the effectiveness of transitional employment programs and cognitive behavioral interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finalists for FAU's Next President Selected
The ·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥ Presidential Search Committee recommended to the University's Board of Trustees three finalists for the presidency of the University
FAUAA Appoints New 2023-24 Executive Committee, Welcomes Members
The ·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥ Alumni Association (FAUAA) Board has announced its 2023-24 roster, including two new members of its executive committee
U.S. Infant Mortality Fell, But Low Birth Weight, Preterm Births Rose
A new study examining time trends and racial inequities in infant mortality, low birth weight and preterm births over 11 years suggests that infant mortality alone is not a sufficient indicator of health.
Robotic Glove Lends a 'Hand' to Relearn Playing Piano After a Stroke
Using AI, ·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥engineering researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind soft robotic exoskeleton glove that "feels." The new technology provides precise force and guidance in recovering fine finger movements.
Boom! Detecting Gregarious Goliath Groupers Using Their Sounds
·¬ÇÑÖ±²¥researchers deployed a novel automated detector and localization model to find underwater marine organisms using their low-frequency pulse sounds to illustrate their detailed behavior.
Tool to Diagnose and Monitor Sickle Cell Disease Receives U.S. Patent
A new portable tool developed by a College of Engineering and Computer Science researcher will enable patients with sickle cell disease to reliably and conveniently monitor their disease.