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Study shows the impact of deforestation and forest burning on biodiversity in the Amazon

A new study authored by researchers from Florida State University and the University of Arizona is offering the first quantitative assessment of how lax deforestation policies, drought and forest fires have impacted biodiversity in the Amazon River basin.  FSU Assistant Professor of Geography Xiao Feng worked on the study published today in Nature while at […]

FSU, Amazon team up to provide students valuable work experience

Florida State University and Amazon.com are launching a work-study program designed to provide pathways to careers at the company while giving students valuable work experience. The program will create more than 50 employment opportunities in Amazon’s Customer Service department and offer students the ability to work remotely with flexible work hours to accommodate class schedules […]