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Blue Zurita, the Wilkes Honors College's new Writer in Residence
October 22, 2024
Dangers of the Metaverse and VR for U.S. Youth Revealed in New Study
October 22, 2024
A study is one of the first to explore experiencing harm in the metaverse among U.S. youth. Findings show a significant percentage reported experiencing many forms of harm in these spaces including bullying.
Headshot of author Jennifer Egan posed in front of a rural background.
September 27, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jennifer Egan will speak on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m., at Florida Atlantic University’s John D. MacArthur Campus, 5353 Parkside Drive, in Jupiter.
Master Copper Regulator Discovery May Offer Alzheimer's Clues
September 18, 2024
A groundbreaking study by FAU researchers using a tiny roundworm, links the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation, which could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders.
FAU Interim Vice President for Research Named Fulbright Specialist
September 12, 2024
Gregg Fields, Ph.D., was selected by the United States Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for his expertise and contributions in disease discovery and treatment.
Digital Self-Harm Surges Among U.S. Teens from 2016 to 2021
July 09, 2024
A new study finds that digital self-harm, where individuals anonymously post or share hurtful content about themselves online, has increased more than 88% since 2016 among 13 to 17 year olds in the U.S.
Tiny Worm Uncovers Long-lasting Prenatal Effects from Amphetamines
May 30, 2024
Using a tiny worm, FAU researchers have revealed the underlying mechanisms of embryonal exposure to methamphetamine (Meth) and amphetamines, a psychostimulant used to treat a variety of brain dysfunctions.
FAU Hosts Inaugural Amyloid Related Diseases Summit
May 17, 2024
The summit brought together leading scientists in the field across North America and Europe to discuss the latest research and advancements in the study of amyloid-related diseases.
FAU Researchers Land $1M in FDOH Grants to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
May 08, 2024
Three FAU researchers have received funding from the Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer's Disease Research Program to tackle this global health crisis with their unique approaches.
Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute Presents 'Insights at the Institute'
March 05, 2024
FAU's Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute will host "Insights at the Institute," a juried art exhibition designed to bring awareness to bipolar disorder, from March 14 through March 19.