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Medicine & Health Sciences

Physical therapist mom devises game-changing upper-limb treatment for son

Amanda Thomas of the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences saw a need at home, but her work has potentially wide impact for other children with congenital upper-limb deficiencies.

May 8, 2025

The Latest

Campus & Community
Faculty member named CUSA Professor of the Year
Dr. Noël C. Barengo, an associate professor in the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, has received the honor in recognition of his dedication to teaching, research and service.
May 9, 2025
Campus & Community
Update on FIU presidential search
FIU Presidential Search Committee announces sole finalist for university’s top post; community forums to be held May 21.
May 8, 2025
Business & Entrepreneurship
In the fast lane: Hospitality students help drive a successful Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
They handled logistics, inventory, field marketing and more. And did we mention selfies with celebs? It’s all in a day’s work for these future professionals.
May 6, 2025
Science & Technology
Computer scientists create algorithm to protect videos from quantum hacking
The findings, published in IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, present a way to protect sensitive videos from rare but extremely powerful computers.
May 2, 2025
Campus & Community
Our Spring 2025 graduates go out boldly
During graduation ceremonies this week, some 5,500 new alumni celebrated their achievements in Panther style. Congratulations, Class of 2025!
May 2, 2025
Science & Technology
Not in the mood: Mercury messes with songbirds’ mating game
Doctoral candidate Alan Mock and a team of researchers now have growing concerns about a hidden threat lurking in an endangered bird’s food supply — mercury.
May 1, 2025

Campus & Community
A living legend: President Emeritus Modesto A. Maidique retires from the faculty
After 39 years, the transformational leader bids goodbye to a grateful university that will forever soar on the wings of his remarkable legacy.
May 8, 2025
Science & Technology
More booze in the barrel: Alum’s invention solves spirits industry problem
A patented coating for wooden casks protects against evaporation and leaks to avoid liquor loss.
May 6, 2025

Student Success

Campus & Community
Exceptional students recognized for leadership, scholarship and spirit
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
April 8, 2025
Science & Technology
Expanded partnership with CodePath to enrich computer science students’ training in AI, career readiness
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
April 2, 2025

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Research

Science & Technology
Engineering professor elected to prestigious AIMBE College of Fellows
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
April 11, 2025
Science & Technology
How to explain it: A doctoral candidate makes his scientific research accessible for everyone
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
April 3, 2025

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Recent Accolades

Campus & Community
Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management ranks among world’s best in QS World University Rankings
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March 14, 2025

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Community & Government Relations

Green School semester in D.C.: Competitive internship combined with alumni-led classes
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
April 11, 2025

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