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Scientists entering next phase of promising research for treatment of prostate cancer
Scientists are advancing on the battle against prostate cancer. A team of researchers from FIU’s Biomolecular Sciences ...
June 17, 2019
Deterrence-based audit policies reduce excess costs in health care, study finds
Skyrocketing spending and excess costs in the health care industry are reduced by innovative auditing methods that focus on increasing overall deterrence of waste and abuse in the long run.
June 10, 2019

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Flavored tobacco a major factor in the popularity of waterpipe smoking, study finds
Researchers examined the impact of tobacco flavor manipulation on satisfaction, puffing behavior and toxicant exposure.
September 13, 2019
College of Medicine offers medical students micro-credential in teaching
Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine's micro-credential program prepares students for a future in academic medicine.
September 13, 2019
Behavioral intervention reduces need to medicate kids with ADHD
Most children with ADHD who receive behavioral intervention do not need medication, according to a new study by FIU researchers.
September 10, 2019
New study finds Vitamin D may reduce risk of pre‐eclampsia, among other complications
Stempel's Cristina Palacios has been studying the effects of vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy for more than a decade.
September 10, 2019
Looking to start the school year off on the right foot? Get more sleep
The old adage of the importance of getting eight hours of sleep at night exists for a reason.
August 26, 2019
Mentorship program supports junior faculty applying for NIH grants
After completing a one-year mentorship program, junior faculty members are ready to apply for NIH and other government grants.
August 9, 2019