Largest tailgate in FIU history: Epic pork roast competition will precede annual Shula Bowl
It’s a true battle of the pigskin – and that’s even before FIU and FAU take to the field at Pitbull Stadium on Sept. 13.
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The Latest
- Official cat lady: FIU alumna leads Broward Animal Care
FIU alumna Alyssa Dazza '15 leads Broward County Animal Care as assistant director.
- Five international experts to lead student seminars at FIU’s Adam Smith Center
This fall, five global leaders – including a former president and top diplomats – will lead student seminars offering firsthand insights on leadership, policy, and public service.
- FIU gets $6.375 million renewal from NSF for Everglades research
FIU has secured a $6.375 million renewal from the National Science Foundation for the Florida Coastal Everglades Long Term Ecological Research program.
- Grad student took lead on study that generated Alzheimer’s discovery
Daniel Martinez-Perez thought veterinary medicine was his calling. But when pets presented with dementia, he pivoted to neuroscience. He just conducted a groundbreaking investigation with his mentor.
- Can we detect Alzheimer’s disease decades before symptoms start?
New research reveals a promising new target to slow the progression of this devastating disease.
- Super-habitats could hold key to shark conservation
Scientists have identified a super-habitat for reef sharks in Fakarava. The finding could have major implications for conservation.
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Highlighted Articles
- Five legendary Panthers to be inducted into Hall of Fame
For only the second time in its history, the university will induct standouts from its athletic program into the FIU Hall of Fame.
- How researchers are helping robots think for themselves to protect the environment
Looking back on his days as a Panther, Ph.D. graduate Paulo Padrão discusses how he and his research team used AI and digital twin technology to advance marine robotic technology.
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Student Success
- New student computing org helps student prep for tech careers
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.
- Brains and brawn: Recruited from Ukraine as a student-athlete, she graduates this week with a Ph.D. in computer science
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.
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Research
- Hammerheads prefer a shark-eat-shark diet
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.
- Connecting the dots: poor sleep, brain injury and epilepsy
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.
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Recent Accolades
- Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management ranks among world’s best in QS World University Rankings
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.
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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.
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