Too hot to handle? How heat is reshaping US population shifts
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Tag: Florida Atlantic University
Triple threat as sharks, beach nourishment and murky waters collide
A Florida Atlantic University study shows how coastal engineering intersects with marine ecosystems.
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center aims to inspire stewardship of coastal and marine ecosystems
The center is located on a 20-acre coastal preserve on Boca Raton’s barrier island.
Experts warn of crisis facing Florida’s corals
A panel discussion at FAU highlighted the benefits of coral reefs and potential solutions to problems they face.
Florida Atlantic scientist says hotter beach temperatures produce fewer male sea turtles
Rising global temperatures have serious repercussions for the survival of endangered turtle species.
Florida Atlantic awarded state grant to combat harmful algal blooms
More than $600,000 will fund development of 3D-printed structures that filter phosphorus from water bodies.
Florida Atlantic scientists explain flash flooding events
A storm in late October brought 1 billion gallons of water in just two hours to Boca Raton.
FAU study: Drones map loggerhead sea turtle nesting site hotspots
Changing coastal conditions, sea level rise and other impacts threaten these fragile habitats.
FAU talk examines photography’s role in conservation
Gabby Salazar, a photographer and National Geographic Explorer, spoke at FAU’s Boca Raton campus.
Boca Raton needs to improve infrastructure for cyclists
The city promises to incentivize bike-friendly businesses, but there is just a handful of protected bicycle lanes.