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Dr. Andres Pinto to Head NSU’s Dental Medicine Programs
Internationally recognized scholar and researcher Dr. Andres Pinto, D.D.S., D.M.D., M.P.H., M.S.C.E., MBA, will join NSU as the dean of the College of Dental Medicine and director of oral health integration. With deep expertise in healthcare administration from his previous role at Case Western Reserve University, Dr. Pinto brings world-class leadership to the next chapter of NSU’s dental medicine programs.
Uncovering Novel Pathways for Melanoma Therapy
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, and NSU researchers are paving the way for new potential treatments. Dmitriy Minond, Ph.D., and Vladimir Beljanski, Ph.D., are researching how a novel small-molecule compound can kill melanoma cells and help the body identify cancer cells, and recent results from a Florida Department of Health study have confirmed the compound's effectiveness.
Speakers Who Inspire
A new school year is underway, and wisdom from NSU’s 2026 commencement speakers continues to inspire. Watch the highlights and hear advice from former NASA astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski.
The Practice of Transformational Leadership
NSU President Emeritus George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D., shares lessons from six decades of leadership in his new book, Keep Your Aim Above Your Reach: The Practice of Transformational Leadership. Part memoir and part leadership guide, the book explores leading with purpose, integrity and service. All net proceeds from book sales will benefit student scholarships and research at NSU.
Welcome, Class of 2030!
With convocation, NSU celebrated the newest members of the Shark family and officially launched the bright journey ahead for the incoming Class of 2030.
NSU Florida Open House
Join us to learn about our undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs and tour campus on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Family Gift to NSU Law Launches New Scholarships
With a transformational gift to NSU Law, Karen and Norman Leopold are helping aspiring lawyers achieve their dream careers and honoring their late son's memory through the Noah A. Leopold Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund and the Noah A. Leopold Atrium.
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NSU Coral Experts Share Importance of Reef Restoration
Nova Southeastern University's National Coral Reef Institute was featured in a recent article about Florida's coral crisis. Because coral reefs absorb wave energy, reef restoration efforts at NSU are protecting not only underwater ecosystems, but also coastal communities.
NSU Researchers Use Racing Simulators to Help Veterans
The Center for Research and Treatment (CRT), a collaboration between the College of Psychology and the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, uses racing simulators to help military veterans learn techniques to deal with symptoms of traumatic experiences and maladaptive coping mechanisms. By coaching military veterans through simulated, high-stress scenarios in a safe environment, CRT researchers teach strategies that help regulate emotions in real-life situations.
Driven for Impact
NSU is a force for excellence in Florida, with more than $6.7 billion in statewide economic impact, according to Florida TaxWatch. Learn the latest on how NSU is helping to power the state economy, driving innovation and research, and building healthier communities.
Solutions for Florida and the World: 2026 Research Report
At Nova Southeastern University, breakthroughs in research are powering healthier communities, revitalized ecosystems, and more resilient oceans.
Learn how Florida's largest private research university is leading pioneering clinical trials; advancing emerging science for novel treatments, from cancer to Alzheimer's disease; and strengthening our blue economy from Florida's Coral Reef to global seas.
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Student Stories
Every Shark has a story. From local health initiatives to global conservation projects to their very own businesses, discover what drives NSU students and alumni toward excellence and how Sharks are making a difference.
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