Daniela Ghelman

Hurricanes can leave lasting impacts on Biscayne Bay, disrupting the delicate ecosystem that entire communities depend on.

Scientists have come to understand that the changing colors exhibited by the females of the species could reflect changes in the health of their ecosystem.

Water anoles are remarkable creatures. Perched along the banks of steep waterfalls in the forests of Panama and Costa Rica, they're often seen bending and peering down at rushing streams below as if daring themselves to jump. They could, if they wanted to. With a natural scuba-like ability that lets them stay submerged for minutes, these lizards have long fascinated scientists. But new research reveals another subtler secret: Shifts in their skin color quietly signal their health and vitality.

At an international conference celebrating the power of words, FIU’s Center of Excellence in Writing was recognized for advancing multilingualism in academic writing. The center’s bilingual book, written in English and Spanish, earned the Outstanding Book Award last month in Ohio at the 2025 International Writing Center Association conference.

Florida International University's Wei Huang is studying how storms have reshaped the bay’s circulation patterns.

It identifies protected species on the spot and catch traffickers in the act.

FIU chemists raise health concerns after finding harmful PFAS in the air.

Scientists offer practical advice to support palm resilience

A new study looks at how salt exposure affects cabbage palms and proposes a simple solution to stave off damage.

Here on the coast, wildlife is never far from view: A sea turtle inches across a sandy expanse; an osprey surveys the marina from above; dolphins crest the waves offshore; and a deer slips quietly through the tree line at dusk. Pelicans sweep low over the Gulf, herons stalk the marshes, and even black bears wander near neighborhood edges. Here, nature is not distant—it is woven into the rhythm of daily life.