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New FIU-led coastal and inland flood loss model certified by Florida in 2024
The Florida Public Flood Loss Model has been certified by the Florida Commission on Hurricane Loss Projection Methodology, meaning the model has met rigorous standards and is considered reliable. It analyzes both coastal…
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Designing the World’s Largest Wind-Wave Research Facility
The planned NICHE multi-hazard laboratory will be focused on the study of extreme wind, waves, and surge on civil infrastructure, the natural environment, and communities affected by natural hazards. (Read More)
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2024 Wall of Wind Mitigation Challenge: High School Teams Design, Test Protective Wind Barriers
Exciting competition at Florida International University inspires future wind engineers, connects them with local practitioners. (Read More)
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Wall of Wind receives $4 million to expand hurricane and windstorm resilience research
U.S. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart on Friday presented FIU’s Wall of Wind with a $4.05 million federal allocation to support windstorm research. (Read More)
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Reducing wind damage is the focus of the partnership between top U.S. companies, FIU, Texas Tech and Florida Tech
Dr. Zisis, NSF-NHERI Wall of Wind Researcher, talks about the Center for Wind Hazard and Infrastructure Performance (WHIP-C). (Read More)
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FIU receives $1M for storm surge risk mapping throughout the Caribbean
FIU researchers will help hurricane-vulnerable regions map and forecast flooding to save lives and infrastructure with a two-year $1 million award from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). (Read More)
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FIU hosts national leaders in Miami to showcase research and innovation
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Florida Film Premier, Built to Last: Buyer Beware, Free Event, Thursday, March 27, 5pm – 7pm
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Hurricane-proof skyscrapers vulnerable to less powerful windstorms, study finds
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New FIU-led coastal and inland flood loss model certified by the state
