Effects of Resistance Training in Older Adults at the Cellular Level
FAU researchers conducted a study to explore the effects of resistance training in older adults, taking research one step further in helping to elucidate the benefits of exercise in this population.
Noise from Urban Environments Affects the Color of Songbirds' Beaks
A study on cognition, beak color, and growth in the zebra finch suggests exposure to urban noise may affect their structural traits, such as beak color, which influence social interactions and mate choice.
FAU Economist: Short-term Rentals, HOA Rules Drive Up Florida Rents
A Florida Atlantic University researcher believes an abundance of short-term vacation rentals and oppressive restrictions from homeowner and condominium associations are contributing to Florida's rental crisis.
FAU Celebrates Fall 2022 Graduates
Florida Atlantic University will confer more than 2,710 degrees today and tomorrow for the fall semester during five in-person commencement ceremonies in the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium.
Study: Even as Housing Market Slows, Prices Still Rising
While a U.S. housing correction has started, home prices are still rising in many areas, according to the latest study from researchers at Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University.
Ultrasound Device for Pain Gets 'Nod' from Shark Tank and NIH Funding
FAU's Schmidt College of Medicine is developing a handheld probe using focused ultrasound that is non-invasive and non-opioid-based to treat back and leg pain in a physician's office and potentially at home.
AI Model Predicts if a COVID-19 Test Might be Positive or Not
Researchers from FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science have trained five classification algorithms to create an accurate model that proactively predicts COVID-19 test results.
Wearable Belt with Sensors Accurately Monitors Heart Failure 24/7
FAU researchers have developed a novel wearable device conveniently worn around the waist that measures all of the physiological parameters associated with heart failure in real time around the clock.
FAU Receives $1 Million NSF Grant to Empower Women in STEM Faculty
The three-year NSF grant will help to ensure appropriate representation of women in STEM faculty and continues the work of the late Emmanuelle Tognoli, Ph.D., who served as a research professor at FAU.
FAU Partners with Veterans Group to Offer Entrepreneurship Training
Florida Atlantic University's Adams Center for Entrepreneurship has been awarded a partnership with the Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã for the eighth consecutive year.