Tag Archives: Nova Southeastern University
NSU Coral Reef Center Grand Opening on Sept. 27
Nova Southeastern University will host a grand opening ceremony for the nation’s largest coral reef research center on Sept. 27. Attendance is by invitation only.
Discounted wireless service plans and more for NSU community from Sprint
Nova Southeastern University has partnered with Sprint to offer monthly discounts on wireless service plans, accessories and wireless devices to faculty and staff. This offer is for new and current Sprint account holders. Plans such as Sprint’s Everything Data Plan, which includes Unlimited Any Mobile, Anytime and Unlimited Data qualify…
America’s Largest Coral Reef Research Center to open its doors on Sept. 27
The $50-million Nova Southeastern University facility will provide significant environmental research and boost South Florida’s $6 billion coral reef industry.
Deep-Sea Crabs Seek Food Using Ultraviolet Vision
Some deep-sea crabs have eyes sensitive to ultraviolet light, which they may use to snatch glowing plankton and stuff it in their mouths, a new Nova Southeastern University study suggests.
NSU Pharmacy Professor Helps Organize Walk for Children of Syria
Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy Assistant Professor Mutasem Rawas-Qalaji, Ph.D., is helping organize a national walk to help raise money for Syrian children how have been impacted by the recent conflict. Called a “Walk for Children of Syria”, the event will take place Saturday Sept. 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami.
NSU’s College of Dental Medicine (NSU-CDM) recently announced that it will use a $75,000 grant from the Dr. John. T. Macdonald Foundation Inc. to provide dental services such as comprehensive oral examinations, cleanings, fluoride application, sealants and oral hygiene instruction to the uninsured students of three participating elementary schools in North Miami Beach beginning this Fall.
NSU Medical School Launches Art Observation Program for Student Doctors
Nova Southeastern University’s medical school, the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), recently launched a new program called Art Observation that aims to train medical students on techniques to better observe their patients through an examination of artwork.
Suicide Awareness Seminar to be Given by Renowned NSU Expert
Free seminar to be given by Scott Poland, Ed.D., at NSU’s Palm Beach Student Educational Center on Saturday, June 16th
Renowned Health Policy Expert to Speak at NSU Commencement
Jonathan Cohn, a senior editor at The New Republic and a nationally recognized authority on health care policy, will be the keynote speaker at a commencement ceremony at Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Health Professions Division on Sunday, May 27.
NSU Shark Research prominently featured in PBS Documentary
In the premiere episode, “Tracking Tigers,” the Changing Seas crew works with scientists from Nova Southeastern University’s Guy Harvey Research Institute. Experts use satellite tags and DNA forensic tools to better understand migrations of the magnificent tiger shark and also investigate the impacts of the world’s shark fin trade.
NSU’s Dateline Health Selected as a Winner at the 33rd Annual Telly Awards
The Telly Awards has named Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Dateline Health as an award winner in the 33rd Annual Telly Awards for its piece on spinal surgery options. With nearly 11,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries, this is truly an honor.
Medical Students Without Borders
Nova Southeastern University is sending students on medical rotations in 28 countries throughout the world
OC graduate student Jenny Fenton is analyzing the survival rates of juvenile swordfish caught by fishermen using rod and reel and buoy gear. Her research is the first study of its kind.
HPD Chancellor to be Honored by American Cancer Society
Several individuals will be honored at the Gala. One of them is Fred Lippman, R.Ph., Ed.D., chancellor of Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Health Professions Division and former member of the Florida House of Representatives. Lippman is being honored for his work as a state lawmaker, where he fought for legislation to protect children and senior citizens, and to improve Florida’s health care system.
NSU Dental Student Invents New One-Time Use, On-the-Go Toothbrush & Breath Freshener Duo
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) forth-year College of Dental Medicine student Deborah Luis created and patented Fresh-Tips, which are a one-time use, on-the-go miniature toothbrush and breath freshener duo.
Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Institute for Child Health Policy (ICHP) will be hosting its 8th annual “Fore the Kids: Saving Lives Golf Tournament” at the Fort Lauderdale Country Club on Friday, May 4. Participants receive a premium gift bag, enjoy high-end entertainment, take foursome photographs, have lunch, and participate in an awards reception with special guest at the 19th hole.
Hammerhead Shark Double Whammy – Confusion on Identity of Shark Species
Identity confusion between a new, yet unnamed shark species, originally discovered off the eastern United States by Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center (NSU-OC) researchers, and its look-alike cousin—the endangered scalloped hammerhead shark—may threaten the survival of both species. According to an April 2012 article in the scientific journal Marine Biology,…
The 7th annual NSU Boomers & Beyond, A Day For Health And Wellness on Sunday, April 1 will provide a variety of health tests including peripheral artery health, Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure, bone density, foot health, memory, medication, mental health, and skin health.
NSU Hosts Free Family Health Fair
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will offer free health tests during its family health fair on Saturday, March 31 at the Tower Shops in Davie.
Nova Southeastern University has been selected by TEDMED to host the live broadcast of its exclusive conference featuring health and medicine titans from April 10 to 13.