Research Terms
Center for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Director |
Gregg Fields |
Phone | (561) 799-8577 |
Website | http://www.science.fau.edu/cmbb/ |
Mission | The Florida Atlantic University Center for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology was established to develop training programs in molecular biology and biotechnology, build strong research programs in functional genomics and related fields and serve as a magnet to attract biotechnology industry to this geographic area. The techniques used in molecular biology that have made possible the recent advances in genomics, are the basis of much of the pioneering work going on in virtually all fields of biology, and are fundamental to the entire biotechnology industry. |
Institute for Human Health and Disease Intervention (I-Health)
Director |
Gregg Fields |
Phone | (561) 799-8577 |
Website | https://www.fau.edu/i-health/ |
Mission | I-Health was created to advance health through pioneering research and practical applications. I-Health is redesigning the health care infrastructure to create novel intervention programs to provide patients and the community with health care for everyday needs as well as the most specialized services for complex diseases, illnesses, and injuries. I-Health also focuses on aging patient populations to provide unique care that is not available elsewhere in the region. In addition to developing clinical trials and conducting clinical and translational research, I-Health will teach and train generations of health care professionals to meet South Florida’s diverse needs. |