×ó°®ÊÓƵ Social Work Professor Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Allan Barsky, Ph.D., an ×ó°®ÊÓƵ professor of social work, has received the Significant Lifetime Achievement in Social Work Education Award from the CSWE.
Green Seaweed Replaces Seagrass, But Sea Slugs Pose New Threats
×ó°®ÊÓƵ Harbor Branch researchers found that Caulerpa prolifera has taken over seagrass in the Indian River Lagoon, reducing biodiversity, and recently raising concerns over rising numbers of sap-sucking sea slugs.
To Build Muscle and Gain Strength, Train Smarter - Not Longer
Think you need marathon gym sessions to build muscle? Think again. Less is more, according to a study by ×ó°®ÊÓƵ exercise scientists, which confirms ditching long gym sessions will still show real results.
Rings of Time: Unearthing Climate Secrets from Ancient Trees
Researchers used radiocarbon dating and tree-ring analysis on subfossil bald cypress trees in a Southeast Georgia swamp, uncovering dramatic growth pattern shifts over centuries.
×ó°®ÊÓƵ Hosts Second Annual FairfaxWood Amyloid Related Diseases Summit
×ó°®ÊÓƵ's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine recently hosted the summit, bringing together top scientists from North America and Europe to discuss the latest amyloid research and advancements.
×ó°®ÊÓƵ Sensing Institute's Weather Network Brings Real-time Forecasting
×ó°®ÊÓƵ I-SENSE is storm ready with SEA Econet, a cutting-edge weather network stretching from Key West to South Carolina, delivering real-time data to boost forecasting accuracy and strengthen coastal resilience.
Study Explores Barriers and Trends in Cannabis Use Disorder Treatment
A study over a 16-year period by ×ó°®ÊÓƵ researchers shows a troubling decline in treatment for cannabis use disorder and reveals why most people with the disorder don't seek help.
Fixing the Leak: An Opioid Treatment for Dopamine Disorders?
A breakthrough by ×ó°®ÊÓƵ researchers shows that blocking the kappa opioid receptor improves behavioral deficits tied to ADHD, autism and bipolar disorder, providing a potentially safer yet effective treatment.
×ó°®ÊÓƵ Experts for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Several ×ó°®ÊÓƵ faculty experts are available to discuss a range of hurricane-related topics such as preparedness, evacuation planning, storm impacts and post-disaster recovery.
×ó°®ÊÓƵ Engineering Lands NSF Grant for Multi-robot Coordination Testbed
The project will tackle some of the most challenging problems in autonomous systems by enabling robust, scalable coordination of aerial robot teams in unpredictable real-world environments.