April 1997 Archive

UF Professor’s Book Aims To Correct Western Image Of The Balkans

GAINESVILLE — Although the Southeastern European area known as the Balkans is synonymous with divisive, hostile political groups, Westerners who look no deeper than that headline-driven stereotype are missing the region’s deep cultural and religious identity, says a University of Florida professor.

Filed under Florida, Politics, Research on Thursday, April 10, 1997.

UF Researchers Create A Suit That Makes The Wearer A Living Keyboard

GAINESVILLE — A lone dancer clad in a form-fitting, white suit stands in the center of a dark, silent stage. With his face concealed by a mesh mask and wires protruding from the material, he resembles a robot in a science fiction film.

Filed under Arts, Engineering, Research on Wednesday, April 9, 1997.

Spring Brings Together Snakes And Homeowners, Says UF Scientist

GAINESVILLE—The warmer weather of a Florida springtime draws both people and wildlife out of hibernation — a combination that makes snake-sightings much more common in April than any other time of the year.

Filed under Agriculture, Environment, Research on Monday, April 7, 1997.

University of Florida Affiliate Pioneers Cardiology Treatment

MELBOURNE—For the first time in Florida, physicians have the ability to remove blood clots from arteries using a nonsurgical procedure that can help people with a variety of medical conditions.

Filed under Health, Research, Sciences on Wednesday, April 2, 1997.