Dolby Laboratories Acquires FAU Video Compression Tech Portfolio
FAU's video-compression technology portfolio, including 250 granted patents and 16 essential to the VVC/H.266 standard, has been acquired by Dolby Laboratories to advance next-generation video worldwide.
New Species of African Monkey Discovered in the Congo Rainforest
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.
Robert Loredo to Lead FAU's Center for Quantum Technologies
FAU has named Robert Loredo executive director of its Center for Quantum Technologies, advancing its leadership as Â̲èÖ±²¥'s first quantum university through research, education and innovation.
FAU I-SENSE Evolves to Reflect Decade of Impact Across Cities, Spaces
Celebrating a decade of innovation, FAU's I-SENSE has evolved into I-SENSE: The Institute for Smarter Cities, Spaces, and Health, reflecting its expanding impact on communities, technology and health.
60% of U.S. Teens Have Tried AI Chatbots, 11.4% Use Them Daily
A first-of-its-kind national FAU study shows teens are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for romantic companionship and advice, while many also report troubling and potentially harmful interactions.
HHS Regional Director Visits FAU to Witness Health Impact in Action
FAU hosted HHS regional director and alumna Samantha Brown-Parks, M.D., to its Boca Raton campus for a visit highlighting workforce training, research and community health initiatives.
FAU Awarded $4M in Federal Funding to Support Key Research Programs
FAU has secured $4 million in federal funding in fiscal year 2026 to advance national priorities in defense readiness, semiconductor workforce development and neurological disease research.
FAU Becomes State's First University to Host Onsite Quantum Computer
FAU leaps ahead to become Â̲èÖ±²¥'s first university to host a public, onsite quantum computer - powering breakthrough research, hands-on learning, and real-world innovation through a partnership with D-Wave.
New FAU Research Strengthens Evidence Linking Alcohol Use to Cancer
New research from FAU's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine delivers a timely reminder this holiday season: even moderate drinking can raise your risk for several cancers.
FAU Engineering Receives $1.5M to Launch Ubicquia Innovation Center
The Ubicquia Innovation Center for Intelligent Infrastructure will drive sensor, AI and analytics innovation to digitize and monitor infrastructure across utility, municipal, commercial and industrial sectors.