FAU Marine Science Lab Receives $1.6M from Glenn W. Bailey Foundation | |
Florida Atlantic University received $1.6 million from the Glenn W. Bailey Foundation to extend its Marine SEA (Science, Education, and Arts) Scholars Program within the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science’s Marine Science Laboratory. Housed in the Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex in Boca Raton, the program provides financial assistance to students who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to become ambassadors of environmental community outreach. This latest gift will extend the program for five more years. Read more. | |
“The continued support of our students through this gift from the Glenn W. Bailey Foundation enables dreams to become realities, allowing our students to learn as they work in the lab with researchers, and become ambassadors sharing FAU marine biology research discoveries to broad audiences,” said Jeanette Wyneken, Ph.D., director of the Marine Science Lab and professor of biological science, Schmidt College of Science. | | |
FAU Experts Predict a Highly Active 2024 Hurricane Season | As temperatures heat up this summer, U.S. Atlantic and Gulf Coast residents are bracing for what could be an unprecedented 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. The very likely arrival of a La Niña weather pattern combined with unusually warm waters in the Atlantic Ocean could provide prime conditions for a supercharged season. Experts encourage new and seasoned residents alike to make and follow a hurricane plan now and have appropriate supplies ready. Read more. | |
“High-intensity storms bring strong winds and large waves that can cause severe coastal erosion and damage structures and infrastructure, such as homes and roads,” explained Tiffany Roberts Briggs, Ph.D., chair, associate professor, and director of the Coastal Studies Lab in the Department of Geosciences, Schmidt College of Science. “When coupled with storm surge, the impacts can be devastating. This is problematic because many coastal communities are densely populated, such as here in South Florida.” | | |
FAU Researcher Lands Grant for Personalized Cancer Radiation Therapy | |
Wazir Muhammad, Ph.D., principal investigator and an assistant professor in the Department of Physics within Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, has received a $701,000 grant from Precess Medical Derivatives, Inc., for a project that aims to revolutionize cancer treatment by making it more personalized and effective. The study, “Deciphering Digital Twins of Cancer Patients for Personalized Treatments,” will employ artificial intelligence, specifically deep reinforcement learning, to analyze multimodal data, improving cancer characterization and treatment for better patient outcomes. Read more. | |
“In oncology or medical applications, deep reinforcement learning can be used to optimize treatment strategies by learning from patient data and adapting treatment plans based on observed outcomes,” said Muhammad. “It also can aid in personalizing treatments by considering individual patient characteristics and predicting the effectiveness of different interventions.” | | |
Alumnus Richard DiMarchi Honored for Pioneering Research in Obesity Drug Discovery | |
Richard DiMarchi, Ph.D., B.S. ’74, was honored with the prestigious 2024 Mani L. Bhaumik Breakthrough of the Year Award by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The recognition celebrates his groundbreaking research which has paved the way for revolutionary drugs that have reshaped the landscape of obesity treatment on a global scale. Read more. | |
“I have had the great pleasure to serve at the forefront of macromolecular chemistry to discover medicines that have had a huge impact on diabetes, osteoporosis and now obesity,” DiMarchi said. “The future is laden with opportunities to improve the quality and quantity of life, and chemistry stands tall in the process.” | | |
Jenna Lutes Receives $10,000 Scholarship from The Land Conservancy of New Jersey | |
Congratulations to Jenna Lutes, a Master of Science student majoring in environmental science, who was named one of six New Jersey residents to receive the 2024 Russell Myers Scholarship from The Land Conservancy of New Jersey. The funding will support her research that focuses on conducting annual breeding wading bird monitoring on Lake Okeechobee and studying wading bird prey in the wetlands that surround the lake. Read more. | |
Alumna Spotlight: Stephanie Toleno, '23 | |
Accomplished alumna Stephanie Toleno, B.S., ’23, was among the first members of FAU’s Microbiome Innovation Cluster (MIC), where she studied environmental toxins under the supervision of Nwadiuto Esiobu, Ph.D., a professor of biological sciences, and director of the Esiobu Microbial Biotech Laboratory within FAU’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. Read more. | |
“The MIC is unique in and of itself, and it is dedicated to using groundbreaking research on microbial communities to tackle countless areas of biosecurity,” said Toleno. “I am excited to see what this organization achieves down the road." | | |
2024 'Three Minute Thesis' (3MT®) Championship Competitor: Heather Wolverton | |
Watch Three Minute Thesis Championship competitor Heather Wolverton from the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science discuss her research: "Ba-Ba-Bachman’s: Documenting Song Development in the Bachman’s Sparrow." Watch here. | |
National Science Foundation Features FAU's Thresher Shark Research | |
This captivating video showcases the National Science Foundation-supported research by Schmidt College of Science scientists who aim to understand the mechanisms behind the thresher sharks' vertebrae that allows for incredible body-bending acrobatics. Using micro-CT scanning, the team imaged the internal architecture of each vertebra and the mineral structures found in the calcified cartilage. These images help them understand exactly how the shark's unique catapult system works. Watch video. | |
Virtual Walk-In Advising Week | |
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Aug. 19-23, 2024
Visit the Schmidt College of Science Advising website to talk with the college's advising team about your fall schedule, fall transfer advising, or fall graduation.
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2024 Art of Science Photography and Video Contest | |
Calling all Florida Atlantic faculty, staff, students, and postdocs! The early bird deadline for the sixth annual Art of Science Photography and Video Contest is Friday, Sept. 20. | |
Soar-in-4 Medical School Pathway Program | |
The Schmidt College of Science and Schmidt College of Medicine collaboratively offer a pathway program to medical school for outstanding Schmidt College of Science Soar-in-4 Scholars. Students admitted into this highly selective program are offered conditional admission to the Schmidt College of Medicine provided they maintain the required program standards. Each student will work closely with the program's faculty and staff to develop an individual education plan and to ensure a smooth transition if accepted. | |
Program Application Deadline: August 15, 2024 | |
Fall 2024 Electrocardiogram (EKG-12 Leads) Technician Course | |
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Sept. 11 to Oct. 16, 2024
This comprehensive 30-hour EKG technician course prepares individuals to function as EKG and Monitor technicians in hospitals, clinics, doctor's offices, and other health care facilities. No previous healthcare experience is required. After completing this course, you will be able to analyze cardiac rhythms and 12 lead EKGs.
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Annual Florida Atlantic Graduate College Open House | |
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Thursday, October 3, 2024 | 4:00-7:00 p.m. | Student Union, Boca Raton Campus
Interested in graduate school? The Florida Atlantic Graduate College is hosting its annual Open House where attendees will have the opportunity to explore over 100 of FAU's nationally ranked graduate programs, interact with distinguished faculty and admissions representatives, learn about funding opportunities and services for graduate students, and more. The event is free and open to all who are interested in pursuing a graduate education.
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Science Internship Course | |
Students interested in obtaining 1-3 academic credits for a science-based internship can schedule an appointment with Science Career Coach Kelly Nielsen to learn more at nielsenk@fau.edu. This course is offered by the Schmidt College of Science, in partnership with the Career Center. Learn more. | |
Become An Affiliate Member of FAU's School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability | |
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The FAU School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability (ECOS) invites all faculty, postdocs, and graduate students from Florida Atlantic to become affiliate members of the school. Engage in transformational interdisciplinary research, teaching, and community engagement initiatives that bring forth the collective environmental capabilities of FAU.
- Get details about seed funding for interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary collaborations
- Learn about the latest grants
- Get notified about job openings for recent grads
- Participate in events, conferences, and other activities, both internal and external to FAU, related to the ECOS mission
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Stephen Kajiura Tapped as Shark Expert
Stephen Kajiura, Ph.D., professor of Biological Sciences, served as an expert for various national, regional, and local media recently:
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Partner With the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science as We Race Toward Excellence! | |
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Photo: Dawn Raja Somu, Integrative Biology doctoral student, was awarded an Honorable Mention in FAU's Art of Science Competition for "Sharktography."
At the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, we have an unprecedented obligation and opportunity to provide our students and community with the highest caliber of research, scientific invention, and education in the country.
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