‘Wood you believe it?’ FAU engineers fortify wood with nano-iron
Bio-based materials could one day replace traditional construction materials like steel and concrete.
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FAU joins first global effort to map microplastics in ocean systems
An international team of scientists has mapped microplastic distribution from the surface to the deep sea.
Startup founders discuss the ‘Business of the Environment’ at FAU
The topic was the focus of a panel discussion at a retreat for the School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean ...
Beneath the bog: FAU gets $1.3M to track carbon, gas flux in peatlands
Peatlands are valuable ecosystems both for their biodiversity and for their role in regulating climate.
FAU engineers design new autonomous system to monitor Arctic ice melt
The method holds promise for gaining a deeper understanding of how melting sea ice affects marine ecosystems.
FAU engineering develops new weapon against harmful algal blooms
A new study shows an innovative approach to addressing a pressing challenge in water quality management
Marine microplastic pollution: How FAU science faculty, students are studying this problem
Microplastics are less than 5 mm in length, formed from the breakdown of larger plastics or produced for commercial use.
Bridging oceans: US-Japan project to model flood risk, climate resilience
The research considers flooding impacts on vulnerable groups, including low-income, minority, disabled and elderly individuals.
Resilience: A bold new exhibit empowers Floridians to tackle climate challenges
MODS and FAU unveil an interactive exhibit highlighting inspiring solutions to the impact of climate change.
FAU panel discusses Everglades restoration challenges and climate impacts
The discussion was moderated by Jenny Staletovich of public radio station WLRN, who hosts the Bright Lit Place podcast.
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