University of Florida News

University of Florida coastal engineer Bob Thieke was quoted in a July 31 Associated Press state wire story about how hurricanes have made rip currents more dangerous.

Research by William Dawson, a professor of ophthalmology and physiology, into a genetic link between humans and rhesus monkeys that could lead to a blindness treatment was the subject of a July 29 story on HealthDay News. The story was the result of a news release.

David Brushwood, a pharmacy professor, was quoted in a July 29 Associated Press national wire about Winn-Dixie stores selling the pharmacy records of its customers to other pharmacies.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As the Voting Rights Act nears its 40th anniversary, University of Florida professors are available to comment on the act’s significance and impact on American history.

Douglas Kleiner, a professor of medicine, was quoted in a July 28 Associated Press national wire story about a Missouri football player who collapsed and died during football practice.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida has a long history of research on water-related issues; now it is consolidating its efforts under a new Water Institute approved by President Bernie Machen.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Joseph A. DiPietro, D.V.M., dean of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, has been appointed to the board of directors of the National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Joseph A. DiPietro, D.V.M., dean of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, is one of a select group of scholars who have been selected to participate in the 2005 Food Systems Leadership Institute.

A book by Todd Hasak-Lowy, a professor of modern Hebrew literature, was reviewed July 27 in the New York Times (circ. 1.1 million)

Joe Hice, associate vice president for marketing and public relations, was quoted in a July 27 Associated Press state wire story about UF’s new news podcasts. The story was the result of a news release.