FIU researchers are taking over The Academic Minute Jan. 5-9, sharing findings on health, technology, child development, and brain science. Highlights include marketing insights from Jaclyn Tanenbaum, prosthetic hand exercises for kids from Amanda Thomas, adapted swim programs from Tana Carson, early learning tips from Karinna Rodriguez, and brain training for workouts from Marcelo Bigliassi. Later this month, FIU experts will share breakthroughs in early Alzheimer’s detection and next-gen battery technology. Read more: ow.ly/Y1FV50XSsSa

Dr. Kenneth A. Jessell, who has led FIU with diligence and pride since January as Interim President and most recently as President Designate, was confirmed today by the Florida Board of Governors as the sixth president of FIU. ow.ly/9YQ850Lz6Zr