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Fla. Museum Receives Grant For Wildflower, Butterfly Project

Published: June 30 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History has received a $94,409 grant from the Florida Wildflower Advisory Council and the Florida Wildflower Foundation Inc. for projects that educate the public about Florida’s wildflowers and butterflies.

UF names associate vice president for marketing, public relations

Published: June 30 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Joe Hice, a former Harley-Davidson marketing executive, has been named the University of Florida’s new associate vice president of marketing and public relations.

Prescription Pain Patch Abuse Blamed For Increase In Deaths

Published: June 30 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Drug abusers are increasingly turning to a slow-release form of a powerful painkiller for a quick and dangerous high, University of Florida researchers warn. The trend is raising alarm as the number of people dying from an overdose of the drug fentanyl, an opioid 100 times more potent than morphine, rises.

New UF Farm Safety Program Targets 200,000 Migrant Workers

Published: June 30 2005

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Down on the farm, it can be downright dangerous – especially for thousands of Florida migrant farm workers who may not be familiar with rules and regulations designed to ensure their safety on the job. But help is on the way, thanks to a new University of Florida farm safety-training program aimed at the state’s 200,000 migrant farm workers.

When Birds Use Wildlife Corridors, Plants Benefit

Published: June 30 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Wildlife corridors, intended to help animals move between otherwise isolated natural areas, may aid plants in the same way.

Orlando Sentinel and more: George Burgess

Published: June 29 2005

UF hires executive director, names operations director for Reitz

Published: June 28 2005

University Of Florida Chooses Firm To Plan Marketing, Public Relations

Published: June 28 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Following a formal review of 17 firms, the University of Florida has named Atlanta-based Fletcher Martin as its marketing, communications and public relations firm.

Associated Press and more: George Burgess

Published: June 28 2005

UF Study: Temporary Drop In Gas Prices Boosts Consumer Confidence

Published: June 28 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida’s consumer confidence jumped six points to 97 in June, reflecting temporary reductions in gasoline prices and gains in the stock market, University of Florida economists report.

Chronicle of Higher Education: Pam Bernard

Published: June 28 2005

Research: Florida getting better at protecting homes from hurricanes

Published: June 28 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — New Florida homes withstood last year’s four hurricanes better than their older counterparts — thanks in large measure to continued improvements in the state’s hurricane building code, say University of Florida engineers.

Christian Science Monitor: Stephen Golant

Published: June 27 2005

Associated Press and more: George Burgess

Published: June 27 2005

UF, Nine Other Universities Complete Ultrahigh-Speed Data Network

Published: June 27 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Whether mapping genes, probing elemental particles or monitoring global warming, more and more scientists rely on massive data vaults located at universities and institutions around the world.

St. Petersburg Times: Richard F. Darsie

Published: June 25 2005

Fla. Museum, Alachua County Quilters Seek Entries For Summer 2006 Exhibit

Published: June 23 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History and the Quilters of Alachua County Day Guild are seeking entries for the exhibit “Quilting Natural Florida” planned for the summer of 2006.

UF Study: People More Ambivalent Than Pro- Or Con- About Gay Rights

Published: June 23 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Portraying the gay rights conflict as a sharply divided battle between homosexuals and social conservatives ignores the ambivalent feelings held by the vast majority of people in the middle, a new University of Florida study finds.

UF's Record-Setting New Chip Has Potential For Bioterrorism Detection

Published: June 22 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Researchers have built a world-record high frequency chip using a common type of semiconductor, an advance that could lead to inexpensive systems for detecting hidden weapons, and chemical and biological agents.

Manatee Eyes Could Be Window To Health Status

Published: June 21 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — For Florida manatees, the eyes may have it, say University of Florida researchers studying whether the mammals’ unusually thick tear film helps protect against disease and could be used to gauge the endangered sea cows’ ability to fight stress from cold water temperatures.

Fla. Museum Offers Discovery Room For Guests Of All Ages

Published: June 21 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History will offer a Discovery Room for guests of all ages through Aug. 21. The room is free and open to the public during museum hours.

Bee Aware! African Honeybees Becoming Established In Florida

Published: June 20 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — African honeybees – also known as killer bees – have entered Florida, and a University of Florida researcher says the aggressive insects may eventually spread throughout the state and move into other areas of the southeastern United States.

Origin Of American Black Church Explored Through Woman's Biography

Published: June 16 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As blacks and others celebrate Juneteenth this weekend, the role of the church in the emancipation of the slaves will not be forgotten.

Endurance Exercise May Protect Against Injury In Heart Attacks

Published: June 16 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Endurance exercises such as running and cycling may protect older people from cardiac injury during a heart attack, according to a new University of Florida study.

Deadly Aortic Disease Difficult For Doctors To Detect

Published: June 15 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Aortic disease kills nearly 15,000 people in the United States each year, but the rarity and complexity of this deadly disorder make accurately diagnosing it difficult for doctors in the health-care trenches, University of Florida researchers have found.

University of Florida faculty, staff to receive pay increases

Published: June 15 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida staff will receive a 3.6 percent, across-the-board pay increase in August, with faculty members eligible for higher raises from a 5 percent salary fund, President Bernie Machen announced today.

UF researchers delcare victory in 25-year battle against invasive mole cricket pests

Published: June 15 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — After a quarter-century fight against three invasive insects from South America, University of Florida researchers are declaring victory against the pests that caused $94 million in damage to turf and pastures each year.

Origin Of American Black Church Explored Through Woman’s Biography

Published: June 14 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As blacks and others celebrate Juneteenth this weekend, the role of the church in the emancipation of the slaves will not be forgotten.

Heart Rate Changes Tied To Depression In Women

Published: June 13 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Middle-aged women with no obvious signs of cardiac trouble may be prone to depression and the eventual development of heart disease if their heart rate varies less than expected in response to fluctuations in the body’s hormone levels, according to findings from a substudy of the Women’s Health Initiative published today in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

Researchers Create Way To Generate Brain Cells In Lab

Published: June 13 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Regenerative medicine scientists at the University of Florida’s McKnight Brain Institute have created a system in rodent models that for the first time duplicates neurogenesis — the process of generating new brain cells — in a dish.

R. Kirby Barrick named dean of UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences

Published: June 9 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An associate dean from the University of Illinois has been selected as dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, or UF/IFAS. His appointment becomes effective Aug. 25, 2005.

Mark McLellan named UF/IFAS dean for research

Published: June 9 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Texas scientist and administrator Mark McLellan has been named dean for research and director of the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, or UF/IFAS. His appointment becomes effective July 11.

Quickly Matching The Drug With The Bug Saves Lives

Published: June 9 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers are resurrecting an old technology to more quickly and accurately identify potentially deadly bacterial infections in hospital patients.

UF Researcher: 'Jaws' Unduly Scared Public With Shark Stereotypes

Published: June 8 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The slogan "Don't go in the water" from the movie "Jaws" should apply not to humans but rather to sharks that have been decimated since the thriller came out 30 years ago this month, says a University of Florida researcher.

University Of Florida Robotic Car Will Compete Nationally

Published: June 6 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida-built robot car was selected today to vie for a spot in a $2 million race across the desert.

Michigan State engineering dean chosen as UF's new provost

Published: June 2 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Janie M. Fouke, dean of Michigan State University's College of Engineering, has been named the University of Florida's new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, UF President Bernie Machen announced today.

Hog Wild In Florida! UF Experts Say Feral Pig Problem Here To Stay

Published: June 2 2005

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida’s population boom now includes some 500,000 wild hogs whose piggish habits are causing problems for farmers, residents and health officials as well as native flora and fauna.

United Press International: Marc Hoit

Published: June 29 2005

Associate Provost Marc Hoit was quoted in a June 29 United Press International story about UF's leadership role in the creation of a new ultra high-speed Internet network. A story also ran in the Tallahassee Democrat (circ. 50,691). Both were the result of a news release.

Tallahassee Democrat: Michael Allan Wolf

Published: June 29 2005

An opinion piece by Law professor Michael Allan Wolf about the U.S. Supreme Court's decision regarding the use of eminent domain ran June 29 in the Tallahassee Democrat (circ. 50,691). The piece was edited and placed by the News & Public Affairs Op-Ed Service.

St. Petersburg Times: Michael Allan Wolf

Published: June 25 2005

Law professor Michael Allan Wolf was quoted in a June 25 St. Petersburg Times (circ. 442,348) story about a U.S. Supreme Court ruling giving local governments the authority to raze people's homes for private development. The quote was the result of a News & Public Affairs media advisory.

St. Petersburg Times: Kurt Gurley

Published: June 29 2005

Research by engineer Kurt Gurley showing the new building codes helped protect houses during last year's hurricanes was the subject of a story June 29 in the St. Petersburg Times (circ. 442,348) and a brief in the Tampa Tribune (circ. 313,693). The story and brief were the result of a news release.

St. Petersburg Times: Joe Little

Published: June 25 2005

Law professor Joe Little was quoted in a June 25 St. Petersburg Times (circ. 442,348) story about the case of confessed child killer John Couey.

Reuters: Jay Ritter

Published: June 24 2005

Finance professor Jay Ritter was quoted in a June 24 Reuters news service story about the shaky initial public offering market.

Palm Beach Post: Win Phillips

Published: June 30 2005

Win Phillips, vice president for research, was quoted in a June 30 Palm Beach Post (circ. 222,833) story about the Scripps research institute.

Palm Beach Post: Jonathan Day

Published: June 28 2005

Mosquito expert Jonathan Day was quoted in a June 28 Palm Beach Post (circ.222,833) story about black salt marsh mosquitoes.

Palm Beach Post: Chris McCarty

Published: June 29 2005

Chris McCarty, director of the survey research center at UF’s Bureau of Economic and Business Research, was quoted in a June 29 story in the Palm Beach Post (circ. 222,833) about his monthly consumer confidence report. The story was the result of a news release.

Naples Daily News: Glenn Hall

Published: June 25 2005

Entomologist Glenn Hall was quoted in a June 25 Associated Press state wire about his research on bee mites and how they are affecting the honey bee industry. The story ran in numerous papers around the country. Please see related release.

Miami Herald: William S. Jacobs

Published: June 30 2005

Dr. William S. Jacobs, associate professor in the Division of Addiction Medicine, was quoted in a June 30 Miami Herald (444,119) story about kids who try marijuana.

Miami Herald: Jane Adams

Published: June 24 2005

UF President Bernie Machen and Vice President for University Relations Jane Adams were quoted in a June 24 Miami Herald (circ. 444,119) story about UF's new marketing plan.

Miami Herald: Bernie Machen

Published: June 24 2005

UF President Bernie Machen and Vice President for University Relations Jane Adams were quoted in a June 24 Miami Herald (circ. 444,119) story about UF's new marketing plan.

Hysteria Over Court's Decision is Unwarranted

Published: June 28 2005

Critics of yesterday’s Supreme Court?s Kelo decision, affirming that government can use the power of eminent domain to further economic development, are exaggerating the decision’s impact.

Associated Press: Chris Peterson

Published: June 25 2005

Law professor Chris Peterson was quoted in a June 25 Associated Press national wire story about how payday lenders target military personnel. The quote was the result of a news release.