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Highly contagious coronavirus variant's mutation weakens antibody effectiveness

FIU researchers looking to unravel the secrets of how the delta variant became so contagious have found an intriguing clue — there's one site where antibodies can't fully latch on.

September 16, 2021

The Latest

Science & Technology
Could a little tough love help corals adapt to climate change?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded FIU’s Institute of Environment a $273,491 grant to research innovative ways to make corals more resilient.
September 17, 2021
Science & Technology
Researchers advance the use of nanoparticles to deliver HIV/AIDS drugs to the brain
HWCOM scientists working with colleagues at the UM have found a way to deliver HIV drugs to the brain using a special biodegradable nanoparticle.
September 17, 2021
Campus & Community
How to avoid back injuries while working out
Common exercises like crunches or hanging leg raises can be used as ab strengtheners that also provide a stretch to the low back.
September 17, 2021
Arts & Culture
My internship advocating for diversity in the arts
Name: Chloe Little Hometown: Orlando, FL What is your major? International Relations ...
September 17, 2021
Science & Technology
NIH awards FIU ADVANCE for enhancing faculty gender diversity in the sciences
The FIU Advance team was recognized for their transformative efforts in enhancing diversity in biomedical and behavioral science at FIU.
September 16, 2021
Science & Technology
Chemist searches for secret formula to learning success
Zahilyn Roche Allred is developing and redesigning hands-on classroom activities that improve learning outcomes.
September 16, 2021

Science & Technology
NSF awards FIU, partners $4M to expand national high school engineering program
Engineering For US All provides a curriculum for high school students to learn engineering principles, while training their educators on how to teach the specialized coursework.
September 16, 2021
Medicine & Health Sciences
Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until it‘s too late. Here’s how to know if you’re at risk
FIU's Dr. Rebeca Martinez explains the risk factors and symptoms of ovarian cancer.
September 15, 2021

Student Success

Campus & Community
3 skills critical for success in 21st century – and how to develop them through newly launched micro-credentials
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.
August 23, 2021
Campus & Community
True grit, real talent: Class of 2025 starts at full speed, hungry to succeed
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.
August 13, 2021

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Research

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Too much heat, slower currents and too little oxygen: more fish die in Biscayne Bay
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.
September 8, 2021
Science & Technology
FIU experts available to discuss Biscayne Bay
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.
September 7, 2021

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FIU in the news

Science & Technology
Why are planets round?
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.
September 7, 2021
Politics, Law & Society
Do U.S. teens have the right to be vaccinated against their parents’ will? It depends on where they live
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.
August 31, 2021

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