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UF researchers find mechanism behind zinc's immune-boosting power

Published: August 31 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Just in time for what federal authorities warn could be an extremely severe flu season, University of Florida research has revealed a fundamental mechanism behind zinc's immune-boosting power-it ramps up one of the body's primary lines of defense, white blood cells known as T-cells.

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Published: August 31 2009


New campaign targets freshmen to help them make the grade

Published: August 31 2009

Zinc Immunity

Published: August 31 2009

Before you put down that hamburger, remember that red meat’s a good source of zinc. University of Florida researchers have discovered a key to zinc’s well-known immune-boosting power.

Zinc Immunity

Published: August 31 2009

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Published: August 31 2009

UF scientists construct 'off switch' for Parkinson therapy

Published: August 28 2009

GAINESVILLE — A common antibiotic can function as an "off switch" for a gene therapy being developed for Parkinson's disease, according to University of Florida researchers writing online in advance of September's Molecular Therapy.

Entrepreneurial workshop to be held for local artists on Oct. 10

Published: August 28 2009

St. Petersburg Times: Jeanna Mastrodicasa

Published: August 28 2009

Associated Press: Jay Ritter

Published: August 28 2009

UF president lauds appointment of LeMieux to Martinez seat

Published: August 28 2009

Tip sheet

World Monuments Fund exhibition on preserving modern architecture opens Sept. 8

Published: August 27 2009

President Machen announces $10 million faculty hiring plan

Published: August 27 2009

UF research funding up 2.2 percent to $574 million despite weak economy

Published: August 27 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida faculty continue to excel at securing research funding, even in a weak economy. Last year, nearly 2,000 faculty received $574 million in research awards, a 2.2 percent increase over the previous fiscal year.

UF encourages alternative transportation with One Less Car Challenge

Published: August 26 2009

Good news about housing and stocks lifts Florida's consumer confidence

Published: August 25 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Rising housing prices, stock market gains and the lack of any new setbacks in the national economy boosted Florida's consumer confidence three points to 70 this month, according to a new University of Florida survey.

Journalist group names UF national student chapter of the year

Published: August 25 2009

UF offers advice for dealing with H1N1 swine flu virus

Published: August 25 2009

ESPN provides Web showcase for SEC universities to focus on academics

Published: August 24 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida has joined with the 11 other Southeastern Conference institutions in launching the SEC Academic Network, a Web site designed to promote academic and research endeavors of SEC universities that is being established by the SEC in partnership with ESPN and the member universities.

New grape variety is disease resistant and good to eat, IFAS researcher says

Published: August 24 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Southern Jewel, the latest grape variety issued by the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, is high-yielding, disease resistant and produces fruit in big bunches.

UF professor wins award for quantum mechanics computing research

Published: August 24 2009

UF to break ground for expansion of Southwest Recreation Center

Published: August 21 2009

Media advisory

Learn about studying abroad on Sept. 23

Published: August 20 2009

Gravitational Wave Observatory listens for echoes of universe's birth

Published: August 19 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An investigation by a major scientific group headed by a University of Florida professor has advanced understanding of the early evolution of the universe.

Gravitational Wave Observatory listens for echoes of universe’s birth

Published: August 19 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An investigation by a major scientific group headed by a University of Florida professor has advanced understanding of the early evolution of the universe.

Study: 1 in 5 drinkers is underage, drinks more and stays later at bar

Published: August 19 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As many as one in five alcohol-consuming customers in bars is underage, and underage patrons tend to stay later at night, according to a new University of Florida study.

Recession causes Florida's population to drop for first time since 1946

Published: August 18 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida's economic slump has pulled down the state's population, which declined for the first time since military personnel left the state after the end of World War II, according to the latest preliminary population estimates from the University of Florida.

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Published: August 18 2009


Florida Shrinks

Published: August 18 2009

UF bat house collapses, thousands left homeless

Published: August 17 2009

Scientists link genetic glitches to common childhood cancer

Published: August 17 2009

GAINESVILLE — A multicenter team of childhood cancer researchers has discovered two genetic variations linked to an increased risk for acute lymphoblastic leukemia, or ALL, the most common childhood cancer in the United States.

Boston Globe: Clive Wynne

Published: August 14 2009

New York Times: Robert Kirby

Published: August 14 2009

New UF-housed wildfire 'strike team' teaches safe burning techniques

Published: August 12 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — When it comes to fighting fires, it's usually the guy with the hose that gets all the hero worship. But as ever-increasing temperatures and droughts bring a greater threat from wildfires, sometimes it's the guy with a torch who can do the most good.

Annual 'Ask Me campaign to begin Aug. 16

Published: August 12 2009


Vision researchers see unexpected gain a year into blindness trial

Published: August 12 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Scientists have discovered that even in adults born with extremely impaired sight, the brain can rewire itself to recognize sections of the retina that have been restored by gene therapy.

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Published: August 12 2009

Job market key to Florida real estate market resurgence, study shows

Published: August 11 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida real estate won’t rebound until the job market improves, but investor confidence in the outlook for business and availability of money are reasons for cautious optimism, according to the latest University of Florida survey.

Coming Soon…

Published: August 10 2009

New genes at work in patients with hereditary lung disease

Published: August 10 2009

Community invited to hear Machen, Meyer speak at annual luncheon

Published: August 7 2009

Kid Fiber

Published: August 5 2009

Including more fiber in your diet may do more than promote regularity. A University of Florida study shows fiber has a lot of other health benefits, especially for children.

Machen, Meyer to speak at 39th annual Joint Civic Club Luncheon

Published: August 5 2009

Media advisory

U.S. Department of Education recognizes UF's alcohol abuse prevention program

Published: August 4 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida was one of five schools to be named a 2009 Model of Alcohol or Other Drug Abuse Prevention Program on College Campuses by the U.S. Department of Education. This distinction comes with a $100,000 grant for the College of Health and Human Performance to continue its campuswide alcohol abuse prevention program.

UF, Shands Healthcare plan to go tobacco-free

Published: August 4 2009

San Francisco Business Times: Amir Erez

Published: August 3 2009

Parade: Jacobo Konigsberg

Published: August 3 2009

Summer commencement ceremonies scheduled for Aug. 8

Published: August 3 2009

Media advisory

Associated Press: Kristin Kirkby

Published: August 14 2009

Veterinarian Kristin Kirkby was quoted in an Aug. 10 Associated Press story about the use of stem cell treatments to treat animals.

Associated Press: Jaret Daniels

Published: August 14 2009

Entomology professor Jaret Daniels was quoted in a July 30 Associated Press story about how butterflies can indicate environmental problems.

Associated Press: Rajiv Tandon

Published: August 28 2009

Psychiatry professor Rajiv Tandon was quoted in an Aug. 13 Associated Press story about possible new state rules for antidepressant use for foster children after the suicide of a 7-year-old child in foster care.

Bloomberg News: Stan Smith

Published: August 28 2009

Stan Smith, director of the Bureau of Economic and Business Research, was quoted in an Aug. 18 Bloomberg News story about Florida’s first population loss since World War II. The story was the result of a news release from the UF News Bureau. Numerous other news media reported the story.

Follow InsideUF on Twitter

Published: August 26 2009

Want the inside scoop on campus news? Periodic campus news updates are now available on Twitter. Just follow InsideUF (one word) for the inside scoop.

Miami Herald: Chris McCarty

Published: August 28 2009

Chris McCarty, survey director of the Bureau of Economic and Business Research, was quoted in an Aug. 25 Miami Herald story about the monthly Florida consumer confidence report issued by his office. The story was the result of a News Bureau news release.

Miami Herald: Joe Little

Published: August 3 2009

Emeritus law professor Joe Little was quoted in a July 25 Miami Herald story about Gov. Charlie Crist’s opposition to the nomination of Sonia Sotomayer for U.S. Supreme Court.

MSNBC: Stan Dermott

Published: August 3 2009

Astronomy professor Stan Dermott was quoted in a July 24 MSNBC story about the inauguration of Gran Telescopio Canarias, the world’s largest telescope. The story was the result of a News Bureau news release.

National Public Radio: Mark Fenster

Published: August 3 2009

Mark Fenster, associate dean of the Levin College of Law, was quoted in a July 29 National Public Radio report about the persistent rumors doubting President Obama’s U.S. citizenship.

Officials monitoring TD Ana

Published: August 16 2009

University of Florida officials are monitoring Tropical Depression Ana.

Orlando Sentinel: William Page

Published: August 14 2009

Law professor William Page was quoted in an Aug. 9 Orlando Sentinel story about how litigation might test the powers of the NCAA and the NFL.

Student Alumni, Cicerones receive awards

Published: August 31 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The University of Florida recently received two national awards. The Student Alumni Association (SAA) received “Most Outstanding SAA” by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)/Affiliated Student Advancement Programs (ASAP), and the Florida Cicerones were awarded “Most Outstanding Internal Program” for their recruitment process. The SAA currently has more than 9,500 members, making it the largest student alumni club in the country.

Time magazine: Ellen Martin

Published: August 14 2009

Geological sciences professor Ellen Martin was quoted in an Aug. 2 Time magazine article about new ideas on how to battle hurricanes.

USA Today: Katheryn Russell-Brown

Published: August 3 2009

Law professor Katheryn Russell-Brown, director of the Center for the Study of Race and Race Relations, was quoted in a July 23 USA Today story about the controversy generated by the arrest of Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates.

USA Today: Philip Williams

Published: August 3 2009

Political science professor Philip Williams, the director of the Center for Latin American Studies, was quoted in a July 10 USA Today story about how the impact of the recession on Hispanics in the U.S. was affecting the economy in Mexico.

Welcome to the new school year!

Published: August 31 2009

We had a busy, productive summer, and all signs point to a fruitful year ahead.