Eliminate COVID-19? It's Possible Based on New Mathematical Models
Using a novel mathematical framework, a first-of-its-kind ¼ø»Æʦapp study reveals the effects of social distancing on infectious diseases such as COVID-19 and the role of the economy.
Ricci Wins 'South Florida Tourism Professional of the Year' Award
Peter Ricci, Ed.D., director of ¼ø»Æʦapp's hospitality and tourism management program, was named the 30th annual South Florida Tourism Professional of the Year.
Molecular Study Finds IRL Green Sea Turtles Biologically Stressed
¼ø»Æʦapp researchers have found that green sea turtles in the heavily polluted Indian River Lagoon have compromised immune function, which makes them more vulnerable to tumors.
¼ø»Æʦapp Engineering in Top Three Fastest Improving Colleges in the U.S.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science is rapidly rising and is ranked by 'U.S. News & World Report' (2020 to 2022) as one of the top three fastest improving engineering colleges in the U.S.
Sleep Research Earns ¼ø»Æʦapp Scientist 'Alzheimer's Association' Award
Carmen Varela, Ph.D., is developing non-invasive methods to monitor sleep quality and brain health aimed at advancing new approaches to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute Receives $1 Million for New Program
¼ø»Æʦapp Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute announced today it has received $1 million from the Palm Health Foundation to launch and support its new Program in Computational Brain Science and Health (PCBSH).
¼ø»Æʦapp Study: COVID-19 Especially Harmful in at-Risk Communities
Florida communities struggling with health and social challenges before the COVID-19 pandemic bear disproportionate risk of infection and death, according to a new study.
¼ø»Æʦapp to Host Events in Honor of LGBTQ+ History Month
¼ø»Æʦapp will celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a series of events for ¼ø»Æʦapp, staff and faculty beginning Friday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 31 at its Boca Raton, Jupiter and Broward campuses.
Breastfeeding Status and Duration Impact Postpartum Depression Risk
A nursing study is the first to examine current breastfeeding status in association with postpartum depression risk in a dataset of 29,685 American women, revealing the significant benefits of breastfeeding.
EMS Ketamine Use on Patients on Cocaine Raises Intubation 5.75-fold
¼ø»Æʦapp Schmidt College of Medicine researchers explored the sedative used by EMS for 'excited delirium,' a form of aggressive behavior, and the effects of illicit substances on ensuing hospital intubations.