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FAU Awarded U.S. EPA Grant to Combat Harmful Algal Blooms

By | August 6, 2026

FAU engineering researchers are using AI and 3D-printed sargassum structures to capture phosphorus before it fuels harmful algal blooms, with Lake Okeechobee serving as a testbed for the innovative technology.

A Resilient Seagrass Species Could Help Reshape Coastal Restoration

By | August 4, 2026

FAU Harbor Branch researchers found a resilient seagrass that survives environmental stress and regenerates from seeds, offering new hope for restoring degraded habitats in the Indian River Lagoon.

FAU Awarded Federal Grant to Lead National Accreditation Innovation

By | July 31, 2026

FAU has received a U.S. Department of Education grant to develop a national framework to help colleges navigate accreditation changes while maintaining academic quality and student success.

FAU Receives Research Gift from Betty Wold Johnson Foundation

By | July 28, 2026

Â̲èÖ±²¥ Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute has received a $250,000 gift from the Betty Wold Johnson Foundation to develop a mangrove restoration project at Harbor Branch.

Sharks, Spines and Speed: The Secret Behind Their Swimming Styles

By | July 27, 2026

What powers a shark's incredible speed, agility and endurance? New Â̲èÖ±²¥ Atlantic research reveals the answer lies hidden inside its spine - a biomechanical marvel refined over 400 million years.

Breast Cancer Survivors Needed for FAU Research Study

By | July 21, 2026

FAU researchers are seeking breast cancer survivors for a study testing whether supervised aerobic exercise, with or without non-invasive brain stimulation, can improve memory, concentration and focus.

New Species of African Monkey Discovered in the Congo Rainforest

By | July 15, 2026

A rare scientific breakthrough: An international team of researchers has identified a striking new monkey species in the Congo rainforest - the fifth new African monkey species discovered in the past 75 years.

FAU Completes Successful First Offering of Hacking for Defense

By | July 14, 2026

Â̲èÖ±²¥ Atlantic completed its first Hacking for Defense course, where students developed prototype solutions to real-world U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community challenges.

FAU Celebrates Six Fulbright Scholars for 2026-27 Academic Year

By | July 9, 2026

FAU celebrates six faculty and staff members who were selected for the prestigious 2026-27 Fulbright awards, supporting teaching, research and global engagement in six countries worldwide.

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