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University of Florida-led teams awarded $6.9 million for climate change projects

Published: June 30 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two University of Florida-led teams have been awarded federal grants totaling $6.9 million for projects to develop heat-resistant corn and develop extension programs to help farmers cope with climate variability and climate change.

UF's tobacco-free policy succeeds in first year

Published: June 30 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida officials say students, faculty and staff have reduced tobacco use and responded positively to the tobacco-free campus policy since it became effective a year ago this Friday.

On higher education, lessons from the north

Published: June 30 2011

A timely reminder of the promise of public higher education has emerged in a most unlikely place: the plains of the far north.

New study documents first cookiecutter shark attack on a live human

Published: June 30 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new study co-authored by University of Florida researchers provides details on the first cookiecutter shark attack on a live human, a concern as warm summer waters attract more people to the ocean.

UF students help with project to measure seismic activity across U.S.

Published: June 30 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two University of Florida undergraduate students are spending the summer participating in an ambitious project to measure seismic activity across the United States.

UF researchers find bacterial imbalances linked to deadly disease that strikes infants

Published: June 30 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — New findings by the University of Florida may help lead to a cure for a deadly disease that primarily afflicts premature newborns.

UF researchers awarded $5.5 million in federal grants to help teachers reduce disruptive classroom behavior

Published: June 29 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida education researchers have received two federal grants totaling $5.5 million to conduct studies aimed at reducing significant behavior problems in children that can disrupt the classroom learning environment.

Papaya plants reduce the need for pesticides on tomatoes in Florida, new UF study finds

Published: June 29 2011

NESVILLE, Fla. — Whiteflies can be biologically controlled in Florida greenhouse tomatoes, according to a new study, which helps reduce the need for pesticide applications.

Consumer confidence falls again amid likely worries about Social Security, Medicare

Published: June 28 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence among Floridians declined for the fourth time in five months — falling to 66 in June — as the U.S. economy continues to sputter, according to a new University of Florida survey.

Rare deep-water giant squid from South Florida brought to UF for research

Published: June 28 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers received a rare 25-foot-long, deep-water giant squid Monday, the only one of its kind in the collections of the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Multimedia: GianRare deep-water giant squid from South Florida brought to UF for research

Published: June 28 2011

Investigation finds equipment flaw, horse's panic resulted in its death

Published: June 27 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A water rescue training exercise that led to a horse's death earlier this year was an accident and resulted from the horse's unexpected panic and a previously undetected flaw in the training equipment, an investigation by members of University of Florida's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee concludes.

Florida Museum extends 'Barrier Islands' exhibit through Aug. 7

Published: June 23 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Due to popular demand, the Florida Museum of Natural History will display the exhibit "Barrier Islands: Creations of Tide and Time" through Aug. 7.

Snake predator may benefit endangered bird, UF study finds

Published: June 23 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An endangered Florida bird may have some unexpected help in its struggle for survival, according to a new University of Florida study.

Board of Governors names two new members to UF Board of Trustees

Published: June 23 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Board of Governors today announced the appointment of two new members of the University of Florida Board of Trustees.

UF undergraduate chosen for fellowship with Department of State

Published: June 22 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida undergraduate has been named a Pickering Fellow for the 2011-2012 year by the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation for the U. S. Department of State.

UF trains entrepreneurs through 10-week training program

Published: June 22 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Jane Muir believes that you need just the right amount of luck to start a successful business. Luck, that is, as an acronym for the words: Labor Under Correct Knowledge.

Efforts to spear invasive lionfish not likely to curb population, UF researchers say

Published: June 22 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Lionfish are causing problems for native fish populations in Florida’s coastal waters, such as grouper and snapper, prompting efforts to try and curb populations of the invasive species.

UF review of resveratrol studies confirms potential health boost

Published: June 21 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida review of research finds the polyphenol compound known as resveratrol found in red wine, grapes and other fruits may not prevent old age, but it might make it more tolerable.

Red Wine Benefits

Published: June 21 2011

Contrary to popular opinion and wishful thinking, you may not find the fountain of youth in a bottle of red wine, but a key compound in the wine could make old age a little easier to tolerate. A University of Florida review of human clinical research on resveratrol shows there haven’t been enough human studies to prove the compound’s really beneficial.

New Titletown Gator Club offers summer program of discounts, events

Published: June 20 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The new Titletown Gator Club has teamed up with the University of Florida Alumni Association and University of Florida Media Properties to design a members-only “100 Days of Summer” program, with the aim of providing exclusive events and discounts on the best stuff to do, see, eat and buy during the slower summer months in Gainesville.

Accepting her own challenge, businesswoman donates $1 million to create UF professorship in early childhood studies

Published: June 20 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Entrepreneur Anita Zucker, a 1972 education graduate of the University of Florida, last year challenged fellow alumni who had never contributed to make an annual donation to the College of Education. Zucker, a 2010 recipient of UF’s Distinguished Alumni Award, sweetened the deal by matching such gifts dollar-for-dollar.

Recent legislative session topic for next APA meeting Thursday

Published: June 17 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Jane Adams, University of Florida vice president for university relations, will talk about the recent state legislative session at the next meeting of the University of Florida Academic and Professional Assembly.

Public presentations set Monday for Innovation Square, neighborhood

Published: June 17 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Area residents and business people will get two chances on Monday to have a look at the newest plans for Innovation Square, the 24/7 research environment being developed on Southwest Second Avenue.

Florida Sea Grant specialist receives fellowship to study climate change

Published: June 16 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Thomas Ruppert, a coastal planning specialist with the Florida Sea Grant College Program, has been awarded an international fellowship to advance climate change mitigation issues with counterparts in the country of Colombia.

UF receives $1.25 million to advance clinical research and personalized medicine

Published: June 16 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Clinical and Translational Science Institute has received three grants totaling $1.25 million from the National Institutes of Health to support research that will expand opportunities to conduct community-based clinical research in Florida, offer personalized medicine to patients and improve clinical trial design. The three projects involve teams of researchers from multiple colleges at UF as well as other universities, including Florida State University.

Life-like bronze figures, 20-foot sculpture featured in city/campus art project

Published: June 16 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency and the University of Florida will host more than a dozen realistic bronze figures and a towering monumental sculpture by internationally renowned sculptor Seward Johnson Jr.

Tampa Tribune: David Denslow

Published: June 15 2011

Multimedia: UF study: When singing mice choose a mate, a skillful song gets the gal

Published: June 15 2011

UF study: When singing mice choose a mate, a skillful song gets the gal

Published: June 15 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Like rock stars of the rodent world, the flashiest performers of a Central American mouse species get the most attention from the ladies, a University of Florida study shows.

UF launches new online master's degree for patient-care pharmacists

Published: June 15 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - The University of Florida College of Pharmacy is launching an online Master of Science in Pharmacy in Medication Therapy Management degree, with classes starting this month. The program is the first master's program available in the emerging field of medication therapy management, and can be completed in less than two years.

Singing Mice

Published: June 15 2011

There’s proof that rock stars really do get the most attention from the ladies. A new University of Florida study shows it’s a common phenomenon in a tropical breed of singing mice.

More than 2,500 students expected in residence halls next week

Published: June 14 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Residence hall check-in for the Summer B semester at the University of Florida starts at noon June 22 and continues through June 26 at 10 residence halls.

Baby Teeth

Published: June 14 2011

Even though a baby’s teeth will eventually fall out, experts say caring for a child’s teeth at an early age can prevent harmful dental infections and even keep their teeth healthier into adulthood. Now University of Florida researchers are trying to determine if these early interventions are worth it.

UF seeks feedback on proposed benefit changes

Published: June 13 2011

On June 10, President Machen sent a message to University of Florida faculty and staff addressing the 2011-12 budget. Click to view the memo. Employees may email comments regarding the proposed changes to human-resources@ufl.edu.

UF: Florida population soars in century's first decade, but rate is slowing

Published: June 13 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida was again one of the country's leaders in population growth in the last decade, but the growth rates over the past few years have been among the lowest in the state's history, according to a new study by the University of Florida.

President Machen proposes budget, 3 percent raises

Published: June 10 2011

Over the past few weeks, we have been examining our options to manage the state budget and pension changes that become effective July 1. I believe we have developed a sound plan going forward – one that not only limits impacts to our valued student programs but also prevents faculty and staff salaries from lagging further behind our peer universities.

Second UF student wins iPad for completing SERU

Published: June 10 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Carolina Calvo, a native of Tampa and a rising sophomore at the University of Florida is the second participant in a survey of undergraduates who has been chosen randomly to win a new iPad.

Tampa architect Carlos Alfonso chosen UF Board of Trustees chairman

Published: June 10 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Board of Trustees today unanimously elected Tampa business leader Carlos J. Alfonso chairman for a two-year term effective July 1.

Smoke from wildfires may continue to reach campus

Published: June 9 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Smoky conditions occurring on and near the University of Florida campus are possible over the next few days and beyond.

UF researchers refine system to detect explosive materials

Published: June 9 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Airport security workers this year will employ an array of pre-boarding detection measures to scan for deadly materials smuggled into the luggage of the world’s 625 million passengers expected to travel this year.

Students recognized for multicultural awareness in residential areas

Published: June 8 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida students Luis Bonilla Rivera and Gerardo Celis Azofeifa were selected as the Department of Housing and Residence Education 2011 Multicultural Student Award recipients.

UF researcher reduces allergens in peanuts using pulsed light

Published: June 8 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida researcher has developed a new technique to make peanuts safer for people with peanut allergies.

Multimedia: UF researcher reduces allergens in peanuts using pulsed light

Published: June 8 2011

Peanut Allergen

Published: June 8 2011

Allergies keep three million Americans from eating classic American foods, peanuts or peanut butter. Now University of Florida researchers are using the proteins inside the nuts themselves to help create hypoallergenic peanuts.

Teachers to learn about non-native and invasive plants

Published: June 8 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Twenty-four teachers from around the state will attend a one-of-a-kind professional development workshop about Florida’s native, non-native, and invasive plants, starting June 12 at the University of Florida.

Creative B program returns to UF, highlights culture

Published: June 7 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida is gearing up for an increase in cultural activity during its summer B semester June 27 to Aug. 5 with a collaborative program called Creative B.

Performances feature artists affected by cancer

Published: June 6 2011

UF researchers show new way to target tumor cells

Published: June 6 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Whether a tumor flourishes or dies depends, to an extent, on the acidity of the environment in which it lives, and a certain enzyme plays a key role in that balance, according to new research from the .

UF researchers suggest cholera vaccination strategies for Zimbabwe

Published: June 2 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Mathematical models analyzing how a cholera outbreak spread in Zimbabwe are providing new insights into the most effective vaccination strategies for preventing future cholera epidemics, according to University of Florida researchers.

Pressure to look more muscular may lead some men to consider steroids

Published: June 2 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Most people associate steroid use with oiled-up bodybuilders or professional athletes, but for some college-age men, steroids seem like the only way to measure up to the muscle-bound men in fitness magazines.

UF researchers unearth only stone mission church in St. Augustine

Published: June 2 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida archaeologists uncovered the remains of a more than 300-year-old building Friday in St. Augustine that may predate the famous Castillo de San Marcos fort.

Dance Fest to include workshops, special project

Published: June 2 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The 2011 Swamp Dance Fest, directed by Neta Pulvermacher, is a transformative four-week dance intensive intended for pre-professional and professional dancers 16 and older.

UF researchers say viruses could play key role in ICU patients’ outcomes

Published: June 1 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Common viral infections appear to play a role in why some critically ill patients struggle to recover, according to University of Florida researchers who studied how influenza and other infectious agents affect the health outcomes of patients in intensive care units.

Book edited by extension agent wins award

Published: June 1 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A book edited by Maia McGuire, agent for Florida Sea Grant Extension in St. Johns and Flagler counties, recently won the Independent Book Publishers Association’s Benjamin Franklin Award.

UF researchers say viruses could play key role in ICU patients' outcomes

Published: June 1 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Common viral infections appear to play a role in why some critically ill patients struggle to recover, according to University of Florida researchers who studied how influenza and other infectious agents affect the health outcomes of patients in intensive care units.

Pomegranates could become new cash crop for Florida, UF researcher says

Published: June 1 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Supplies of a nutritious and popular fruit could increase in Florida in the next few years, thanks to the research of a University of Florida professor emeritus.

John Hayes named interim dean for UF/IFAS research

Published: June 1 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — John Hayes, chairman of the University of Florida’s wildlife ecology and conservation department, has been appointed interim dean for research for the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences by Jack Payne, UF senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources.