Second annual FSU Discovery Days celebrates research and creativity across university [Video]

Florida State University’s second annual Discovery Days was a weeklong celebration of the impactful work happening across campus.

With initiatives for improving pediatric rare disease treatment, nurturing entrepreneurs and startup companies and building partnerships to expand the impact of research, FSU had much to celebrate.

“Discovery Days provided an incredible opportunity to celebrate FSU’s record-breaking year for research and creative activities and shine a spotlight on the innovative work that is taking place here every day,” said FSU President Richard McCullough. “Our faculty, staff and students are tackling real-world issues, making a positive impact in people’s lives and lifting Florida State University to new heights.”

Discovery Days reached nearly 2,500 people across the university, in Tallahassee and online. Here’s a look at some featured events:

FIGHTING PEDIATRIC RARE DISEASES The week began with a symposium highlighting the Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases, or IPRD, an FSU Health initiative to transform the lives of children …