'Pristine' Amazonian region hosted large, urban civilization, study finds
Published: August 28 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — They aren’t the lost cities early explorers sought fruitlessly to discover.
Published: August 28 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — They aren’t the lost cities early explorers sought fruitlessly to discover.
Published: August 27 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Butterfly lovers used to catch and collect the insects, but in recent years, just watching them has become popular — and University of Florida experts say it could boost scientific research and economic development.
Published: August 26 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence among Floridians made huge gains in August, rising six points to 67 from its revised July index, suggesting a turning point as state residents come to grips with the bleak economic picture, a new University of Florida study finds.
Published: August 25 2008
Tip sheet
Published: August 25 2008
As parents ferry boxes to residence halls and map-clutching students wander wide-eyed around the University of Florida, the start of fall semester always brings a contagious feeling of optimism and excitement.
Published: August 21 2008
Media advisory
Published: August 21 2008
Media advisory
Published: August 19 2008
Media advisory
Published: August 18 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With Tropical Storm Fay bearing down on Florida, thousands of residents are likely to be faced with power outages that are both disruptive and costly.
Published: August 18 2008
Media Advisory
Published: August 14 2008
Media Advisory
Published: August 14 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than 5 million children cope with the agonizing ache of ear infection annually, but a new discovery suggests damage to taste nerves caused by the common childhood ailment might increase the risk of obesity later in life, say University of Florida College of Dentistry researchers.
Published: August 13 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Sometimes, the tiny vampires cover Alan Curtis’ legs in writhing black. Other times, only a few come for a nibble.
Published: August 13 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Many convention-goers are volunteering for public service rather than demanding prompt four-star service for themselves, a new University of Florida study finds.
Published: August 11 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Despite the popularity of spicy cuisine among Homo sapiens, the hotness in chili peppers has always been something of an evolutionary mystery.
Published: August 7 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida College of Pharmacy researchers have discovered a marine compound off the coast of Key Largo that inhibits cancer cell growth in laboratory tests, a finding they hope will fuel the development of new drugs to better battle the disease.
Published: August 4 2008
About 1,210 University of Florida students are expected to participate in three ceremonies, based on regalia orders as of last week. They represent about 42 percent of the 2,913 students who are receiving bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Sometimes, the tiny vampires cover Alan Curtis' legs in writhing black. Other times, only a few come for a nibble.
Published: August 6 2014
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Career Resource Center and Student Financial Affairs will host its second annual Part-Time Job Fair on Aug. 28, 10 a.m to 2 p.m. on the Reitz Union North Lawn.
Published: August 18 2008
Epidemiologist Alexander Wagenaar was quoted in an Aug. 18 Associated Press story about the efforts of more than 100 university presidents nationwide to have the federal government consider lowering the legal drinking age.
Published: August 13 2008
Mark Fenster, research professor of law, was quoted in an Aug. 13 Associated Press story about the Justice Department’s investigation into Bruce Ivins, the alleged anthrax killer.
Published: August 27 2008
New research shows there’s about a 60% chance that your home could one day be home to someone with a disability and it could be you, but you might not be able to get through the doorway.
Published: August 8 2008
RESCHEDULED GAINESVILLE, Fla. –– Just a decade ago, the band known as Cherryholmes didn’t exist and half of its members had never even picked up an instrument. Since getting started, however, this family band, made up of dad, mom and four siblings, has racked up enough awards and accolades to fill the tour bus they call home. The group brings its mix of classic and modern bluegrass to the Phillips Center on Thursday, Aug. 21.
Published: August 15 2008
Economics department chairman Jon Hamilton was quoted in an Aug. 15 Florida Today story about the Labor Department’s latest report on inflation.
Published: August 23 2008
Mark Jamison, director of the University of Florida’s public utilities research center, was quoted in an Aug. 23 Fort Myers News-Press story about research into the economic feasibility of underground power lines.
Published: August 1 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida’s Gatorettes, the twirling dancers of the UF Gator Band, won two national titles last week at the National Baton Twirling Association’s USA and World Twirling Championships. The competition was held at Notre Dame University in South Bend, Ind.
Published: August 19 2008
Brian Myers, an assistant professor of agricultural education and communication, is among 20 people recently recognized as “emerging leaders” by Phi Delta Kappa International, a professional association for educators.
Published: August 26 2008
Linda Bartoshuk,a professor of community dentistry and behavioral sciences, was quoted in an Aug. 26 MSNBC story about her research into the link between ear infections in early childhood and obesity later in life. The story was the result of a news release from the Health Science Center.
Published: August 23 2008
Political science professor Michael Heaney was quoted in an Aug. 23 National Public Radio report about the tradition of protests that began at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Published: August 30 2008
Anthropologist Mike Heckenberger was quoted in an Aug. 30 National Public Radio report about his research into ancient clusters of towns along the Amazon River in North Central Brazil. The story was the result of a News Bureau news release.
Published: August 21 2008
Epidemiologist Alexander Wagenaar was quoted in an Aug. 21 New York Times story about the reaction to the efforts by more than 100 university presidents nationwide to have the federal government consider lowering the legal drinking age.
Published: August 26 2008
Numerous UF researchers were quoted or their work was cited in an Aug. 26 New York Times story about citrus greening. They were: Michael J. Davis, Fred Gmitter Jr., William Dawson, Jude W. Grosser, William S. Castle and Lukasz L. Stelinski.
Published: August 26 2008
Chris McCarty, director of the survey research center, was quoted in an Aug. 26 Palm Beach Post story about the monthly Florida consumer confidence report. The story was the result of a News Bureau news release. The news was reported throughout Florida.
Published: August 27 2008
New research shows there’s about a 60% chance that your home could one day be home to someone with a disability and it could be you, but you might not be able to get through the doorway.
Published: August 15 2008
Wayne Archer, director of the Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies, was quoted in an Aug. 15 Sarasota Herald-Tribune story about a new report on home sales and prices in southwest Florida.
Published: August 28 2008
Stan Smith, director of the Bureau of Economic and Business Research, was quoted in an Aug. 4 South Florida Sun-Sentinel story about how a flood of retiring baby boomers might benefit Florida.
Published: August 6 2008
Law professor Lyrissa Lidsky was quoted in an Aug. 6 Time magazine article about a new Web site that helps people determine if they have the potential to win lawsuits.
Published: August 19 2008
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida will be open Wednesday and will operate on a normal schedule as forecasts continue to show Tropical Storm Fay will not have a major impact on the Gainesville area.
Published: August 19 2008
Political science professor Daniel Smith was quoted in an Aug. 19 USA Today story about how the weather in Denver might affect the Democratic National Convention.
Published: August 6 2008
Michael Heaney, an assistant professor of political science, was quoted in an Aug. 6 Wall Street Journal story about a planned change in tactics by demonstrators at the upcoming Democratic National Convention. A link is unavailable because the Wall Street Journal is by subscription only.
Published: August 14 2008
A new book about author Hunter S. Thompson by journalism department chairman William McKeen was reviewed in the Aug. 14 Washington Post. The book’s title is “Outlaw Journalist: The Life and Times of Hunter S. Thompson.”