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Dec. 19, 2018
Neuroscientist Researches Lifestyle to Maintain Brain
Henriette van Praag, Ph.D., associate professor in the College of Medicine, recounts her career path and what motivated her to leave NIH to join the FAU Brain Institute. READ MORE.

van Praag one of the many faculty researchers you'll meet inside the Spring 2019 Owl Research & Innovation magazine. Also, be among the first to see the publication's first-ever interactive, augmented reality element. And, read about FAU’s global impact, an expanding entrepreneurship ecosystem, headline-grabbing engineering feats and much more. To request print copies, complete this short form. Magazines will be distributed in January.
High Intensity Exercise Combats Cognitive Decline
Researchers in the College of Education have discovered that high-intensity interval exercise could be an effective strategy to prevent and combat cognitive dysfunction in obese individuals. Study findings, published in Experimental Biology and Medicine, show .... read more.  
Peaking Real Estate Markets and Bubbles
U.S. metropolitan residential real estate markets are peaking and some cities are in another pricing bubble, according to the national buy versus rent housing index produced by Ken Johnson, Ph.D., of the College of Business, and Florida International University faculty. READ MORE.
Happy Holidays
Division of Research colleagues came together after hours and weekends, showing a combination of team work, dedication and imagination ensures everyone experiences the magic of the season. DOR's effort showcased impressive handcrafted decor, baking talent and ugly sweaters. Top winners are Nancy Thoman, Danae Montgomery and Megan Moore , respectively. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday break.
Recent Sponsored Research Awards
Investigator Name and Project
Sponsor Name and Total Anticipated Funding
Alex Keene
Elucidation of Genetic Effects on Sleep and Circadian Traits
University of Pennsylvania
$173,307
Xavier Comas
SOFL CESU-Effects of Salinization in Peat Soils of the Everglades: Implications for Soil Physical Stability or collapse
National Parks Service/Everglades National Park
$136,741
Reza Azarderakhsh
Collaborative Seed Award
University of South Florida
$37,500
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