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William Hahn, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Center for Complex Systems and Brain Sciences, demonstrates virtual reality to community members at the inaugural FAU Research in Action.
Research in Action Series Kick-off a Success
In a year-long, monthly discussion series, called FAU Research in Action, FAU and the Boca Raton Public Library are partnering to connect researchers with the community. Last week's inaugural session featured Karin Scarpinato, PhD, executive associate vice president for research, presenting an overview of the series and several faculty and student researchers. Next month's discussion (Feb. 21) focuses on relationships between plants and people.
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Mutant strain of mice react differently to cocaine
Researchers discovered a shocking response to cocaine in genetically- engineered mice - they lacked the typical hyperactivity from cocaine and didn’t run around. The key change that blocks cocaine’s stimulant effects in these mice is serotonin, not dopamine, which is responsible for producing a high. Read more on this study spearheaded by Randy Blakely, Ph.D., executive director of FAU’s Brain Institute.
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Serotonin neurons and fibers in a
mouse brain (FAU's Brain Institute)
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Theatre Lab Receives Six Carbonell Nominations
The Theatre Lab at FAU has earned six nominations for The Carbonell Awards, which recognize theatrical excellence in South Florida. Nominees include: Desmond Gallant for best actor in Be Here Now; Mia Matthews for best supporting actress in The Revolutionists; Niki Fridh for best supporting actress in Tar Beach; Matt Stabile for best director of The Revolutionists; Michael McClain for best scenic design of Be Here Now; and Dawn C. Shamburger for best costume design of The Revolutionists. The award ceremony is slated for April 8 at the Broward Center for Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale.
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Call for Letters of Intent
Florida Sea Grant is seeking letters of intent for two-year coastal and ocean applied
research grants
that reflect priorities identified in the current
Florida Sea Grant Strategic Plan
. Letters of intent must be submitted electronically to the Florida Sea Grant office by 3 p.m. EST on Feb. 14.
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Ranked in the Nation's 'Best Online Graduate Programs'
Three FAU colleges (Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, College of Business and College of Education) rank top in the nation, according to the 2019 U.S. News & World Report national rankings for “Best Online Graduate Programs.” In addition, FAU’s online graduate nursing programs, online MBA programs and online business programs – non MBA, are all listed on the “Best Online Programs for Veterans 2019.”
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Recent Sponsored Research Awards
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Investigator Name and Project
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Sponsor Name and Total Anticipated Funding
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Rod Murphey
Integrative Biology and Neuroscience
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Max Planck Florida Institute of Neuroscience
$124,108.39
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Galvin James
Slow wave sleep (SWS) and the effect of African ancestry on amyloid burden, a longitudinal study
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New York University College of Medicine
$74,444
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Jordon Beckler
Development of innovative techniques for exploring novel submarine springs on the
Gulf of Mexico Outer Continental
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Mote Marine Laboratory
$49,381
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4 and 7 p.m.
TODAY
, Johnson Education Center, Harbor Branch Campus
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Jan. 25, Board of Trustees Conference Room, ADM-10, room 305
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4 p.m. Jan. 29, MC-17, Room 119,
Jupiter Campus
1 - 2 p.m. Jan. 30, SO-44 room 190
Boca Raton Campus
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Don't worry, there are still plenty of funding opportunities waiting for you. But, in an effort to better match you with relevant grants, we need to know your preferred way to receive grant funding information.
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, so we can make sure you never miss the right funding opportunity for you.
In the meantime, did you know you can create custom grant searches tailored to your specific interests? Check it out:
And, don't forget - the new year is a great time to update your preferences and interest on funding search engines. If you haven’t already, create a profile on Google Scholar, Research Gate, Mendeley or other scientific networking sites to further your reach.
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for more information!
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Connect, Collaborate, Find Research Funding
Join the hundreds of faculty and students who have signed up for the FAU Research Hub, a new web and mobile platform that connects researchers with students, collaborators and funding opportunities. Investigators are encouraged to post projects in just minutes.
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