October
$3.6 Million Federal Grant to Address Integrating Solar Energy into Electric Grid
It’s a problem faced by electric utilities nationwide: As more and more renewable energy enters the power grid, the benefits of offering “clean” electricity come at the price of unpredictability. Now, to help address some of the technical hurdles specifically facing solar photovoltaic (PV) energy resources, the U.S. Department of Energy is providing a major research grant to a consortium of Florida researchers, utilities, manufacturers and engineers.
'Grads Made Good,' Parade Grand Marshals Among Honorees at Homecoming Awards Breakfast
What do a former member of the Federal Reserve System’s Board of Governors; a beloved university professor, administrator and mentor; and the creator of the legendary Osceola and Renegade football tradition have in common? All are among an esteemed group of individuals who will be honored this weekend at the Florida State University Alumni Association’s Homecoming Awards Breakfast.
Author to Discuss New Biography of 'The Strangest Man,' Legendary Physicist and Florida State Professor Paul Dirac
He was one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century -- a pioneer in the field of theoretical physics whose name is often mentioned in the same breath as those of Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein. He also spent the last 14 years of his life teaching at The Florida State University until his death in 1984.
College of Medicine Doctors Test New Ways to Help Patients Quit Smoking
The Florida State University College of Medicine is using its statewide network of clinical faculty to study better ways to equip primary-care physicians to help patients stop smoking.
College of Medicine Researcher Among World's Top Structural Biologists
A Florida State University College of Medicine biomedical sciences professor has been recognized as having one of the most influential structural biology laboratories in the world.
FSU Homecoming 2009: 'Ignited by Tradition'
Homecoming at The Florida State University has always been an exciting time for alumni to return to campus and join current students in celebration of an extraordinary university and its unconquered spirit, and soon they’ll do it again during Homecoming 2009. This year’s theme is “Ignited by Tradition.”
FSU Researcher Wins $2.4M in Grants to Pursue Early Detection of Autism
A Florida State University College of Medicine researcher has been awarded two separate grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) totaling $2.4 million to continue her work in detecting autism in children as young as 18 months.
FSU, Duke Partner to Study Impact of Gulf's 'Dead Zone' on Shrimp Fishery
A team of researchers from The Florida State University, Duke University and the National Marine Fisheries Service will study the environmental and economic impacts of the vast “dead zone” in the northern Gulf of Mexico on shrimping in the region, home to one of the nation’s most highly valued single-species fisheries.
Film School Students Dominate National Documentary Competition
Students in the Florida State University College of Motion Picture, Television and Recording Arts have given another bravura performance, claiming a majority of the awards handed out in a new film documentary competition devoted to highlighting the works of philanthropic and charitable organizations.
Florida Panhandle as 'Biodiversity Hotspot'
“The Florida Panhandle: A National Ecological Treasure and Biodiversity Hotspot” is the topic of a free public lecture to be held Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory, located in St. Teresa, Fla. Light refreshments will be served. The talk will highlight the natural riches of the region, which is one of the five, rare-species biodiversity hotspots identified in the continental United States. Compared with other areas in the Sunshine State and across the nation, the Florida Panhandle supports an astounding number of imperiled species.