Dr. Megan Davis and Becky Holt recently launched "eConch," a free online training program to grow and sustain queen conch. To combat declining populations from overfishing and habitat loss, Davis and Holt share their expertise to restore the species, seagrass beds, and local livelihoods in the Caribbean. Read more at fau.edu/research-daily. #queenconch #researcher
Florida Atlantic Research
Research Services
Boca Raton, Florida 354 followers
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About us
The Division of Research supports and promotes FAU research and scholarly activities by providing the tools and resources needed to be competitive, building new directions in research, ensuring responsible research practices, and communicating the importance of research within and beyond the university.
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http://fau.edu/research/
External link for Florida Atlantic Research
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- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Type
- Educational
- Specialties
- research, sponsored programs, innovation, commercialization, entrepreneurship, economic development, neuroscience, healthy aging, sensing, smart systems, ocean engineering, environmental science, technology transfer, intellectual property, and internet of things
Locations
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777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33431, US
Employees at Florida Atlantic Research
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FAU Engineering has an eye set on the future 🔮 There’s a wave of energy flowing through FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science where #research and rankings are on the rise. Learn more on Research Daily at fau.edu/research-daily #engineering #innovation
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Congrats to the 2024 winners of the 9th annual FAU Wave Competition 🎉 celebrating innovative student ideas to tackle societal issues. Emma Susi won the Dr. Eric H. Shaw FAU WAVE Excellence in Innovation Award and $2,000 for her brain-computer interface project, Alejandra Vega received the $1,000 Community Engagement Award for building a footbridge in Eswatini, benefiting 2,500 people. Jean Elysee Dorsainville from Palm Beach State College was honored for the MicroBiome Portal public project. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/4ekfzNd #innovation #fau
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Florida Atlantic researcher, John Reed, is recognized as a pioneer in deep-sea coral research and conservation, and was awarded the rank of Faculty Emeritus at Florida Atlantic Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Learn more on Research Daily at https://lnkd.in/eQffihST #research #coralreef #wildlifeconservation
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Researchers at Florida Atlantic University have developed a microfluidic device that can drastically improve sperm selection for #fertility treatments. The device mimics the natural selection process of the female #reproductive tract, ensuring the isolation of high-quality sperm even from abnormal samples. Developed by Dr. Waseem Asghar from the FAU College of Engineering & Computer Science. #OwlInnovation #MedicalDevice #IVF #Pregnancy https://lnkd.in/eJ_PRPGm
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What do we do with all the stinky seaweed? 🌿 During the last decade, the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt has wreaked havoc on ecosystems and economies throughout the Caribbean. However, Sargassum can also be a critical habitat for marine species like sea turtles. Brian Lapointe, Ph.D., research professor at FAU Harbor Branch, was recently awarded a $1.3 million grant to study the environmental and ecological impacts of Sargassum inundations on Florida, including the viability of harvesting Sargassum without harming marine animals. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aX7hs6
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Student Spotlight ✨ Learn how Hans Gonzembach studies songbird sounds and the social function of their complex song on Research Daily. https://lnkd.in/exb5NQQy #fauresearch #thesis #research #dissertation
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Tickets are going fast! RSVP for an evening of celebration and recognition hosted by the Florida Atlantic Adams Center for Entrepreneurship, Florida Atlantic Tech Runway and Florida Atlantic Wave, honoring the innovators, entrepreneurs, and community collaborators who shape our industry. https://bit.ly/3OIh7W6
Florida Atlantic Innovation Awards Celebration
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Researchers at Florida Atlantic University have developed a #diagnostic device for rapid, accurate measurement of sickle cell properties in patient #blood. This innovation provides real-time results at the point of care and has the potential to significantly reduce #healthcare costs for individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease. It was developed by Dr. E. Sarah Du from the FAU College of Engineering & Computer Science #OwlInovation #Disease #Blood #SickleCell https://bit.ly/3wK7nF3
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Ata Sarajedini, Ph.D., was elected as a Fellow of the American Astronomical Society (AAS). He is among 21 members to be honored by the AAS for extraordinary achievement and service this year. Read more at https://lnkd.in/eV-TZYWH
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