FIU’s Metropolitan Center, Miami-Dade County and Citi unveil prosperity action plan for Miami
Plan offers solutions to address growing “Prosperity Gap” revealed in the Miami-Dade County Prosperity Initiatives Feasibility Study In response to the growing... Read more.
Law alumni give back through scholarship
Nicole Fundora’s days are jam-packed, and that’s the way she likes it. She works full-time as a paralegal at Broad and Cassel. She is a single mom to two daughters.... Read more.
Psychologist turns to horses as therapy for kids in foster care
Horses could help foster care youth overcome challenges thanks to a new FIU program. Researchers at FIU-BRIDGE and the Family Therapy Program at Nova Southeastern... Read more.
Young scientist revitalizes Biscayne Bay
Rebecca Rauch-Thane, a dual enrollment student at FIU from Miami Beach Senior High School, is on a mission to improve the health of Biscayne Bay. Northern Biscayne... Read more.
Scientific discovery could revolutionize one of world’s most important crops
Conservation geneticist wants to arm Ethiopian and Indian farmers with revolutionary new varieties of chickpea. A team of researchers, including FIU biology professor... Read more.
7 important questions to ask before applying to grad school
Whether you’re a sophomore undergraduate student, a recent college graduate or full-time professional, chances are the thought of going to grad school has crossed... Read more.
Young plant scientists are top emerging botanists
Two FIU biology students were recently recognized by the Botanical Society of America as the country’s top, emerging botanists. Imeña Valdes and Rebecca Valls... Read more.
Conservation scientist talks carnivores
Climate change, urbanization and growing populations can affect the survival of bears, jaguars, hyenas, lions, tigers and other of the world’s largest carnivores.... Read more.
Psychologist shares warning signs for suicide in youth
According to a new study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years. While... Read more.
Hatchlings give hope for endangered songbird’s survival
The first captive-bred Florida Grasshopper Sparrow hatched this week under the care of researchers with FIU’s Tropical Conservation Institute. One of the world’s... Read more.