Study Shows 'Sweet Spot' Could Improve Melanoma Diagnosis
Too much, too little, just right. It might seem like a line from "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," but actually describes an important finding that will enhance computer-aided diagnosis (CADx) of melanoma.
First-of-its-kind Bioengineered Robotic Hand to Sense Touch
FAU has received a $1.3 million NIH grant for a "living" robot with its own nervous system. 91ÒùĸÊÓƵers are creating a living pathway from the robot's touch sensation to the user's brain to help amputees.
Size Doesn't Matter - At Least for Hammerheads and Swimming
91ÒùĸÊÓƵers from FAU have conducted the first study to examine the whole body shape and swimming kinematics of two closely related yet very different hammerhead sharks, with some unexpected results.
FAU Team Wins International Solid Waste Design Competition
A student team from 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ's College of Engineering and Computer Science recently took home first place at the International Solid Waste Student Design Competition.
New Way to Assess Safety of Aging Timber Railroad Bridges
In the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and Harvey, researchers from FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science have developed a cutting-edge way to gauge the condition of aging timber railroad bridges.
Placenta-on-a-Chip: Microsensor Mimics Malaria in the Womb
By combining microbiology with engineering technologies, researchers are developing a novel 3D model to study malaria-infected placenta, and have received a $400,000 NIH grant to develop this microsensor.
91ÒùĸÊÓƵers 'Count Cars' - Literally - to Manage Traffic
91ÒùĸÊÓƵers are "counting cars" to improve traffic on overcrowded roads. And with more than 263 million passenger vehicles in the U.S. and more than 14 million vehicles in Florida alone, this is no small feat.
FAU Appoints Stella N. Batalama, Ph.D., as Dean
Stella N. Batalama, Ph.D., will lead FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science and brings vast leadership and research expertise in secure communications and information systems.
FAU's Division of 91ÒùĸÊÓƵ Affiliates with DKJA
I-SENSE has entered into an agreement with the Donna Klein Jewish Academy to allow high school students to participate in tours, seminars and research training opportunities.
FAU Submarine Named 'Fastest' Among Colleges
FAU's Human-Powered Submarine (HPS) team placed second overall in the absolute speed category at the 2017 International Human-Powered Submarine Races.