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UF lands $8 million federal award for supercomputing research

Published: June 28 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida on Thursday received an $8 million federal award and was named one of six universities nationwide tapped to conduct high-performance computing simulations aimed at addressing some of the world’s most complex problems.

Veterinarians seek dogs for snakebite anti-venom study

Published: June 27 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Just in time for snakebite season, veterinarians at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine are recruiting dogs that were recently bitten by pit viper snakes for a study of an investigational anti-venom previously unavailable in the Southeast.

Club, community support help service dog get cancer treatment

Published: June 25 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. ― Zoe Tozzo knows American Sign Language, English and Spanish. She’s participated in many community events, including parades and community clean-ups, has done reading programs in schools, even the Special Olympics. But this outstanding citizen is not human; she is a dually certified service and therapy dog and a beloved companion to her owner, Jennifer Tozzo, of Hawthorne.

Floridians' confidence in economy builds, UF survey finds

Published: June 25 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida's consumer confidence keeps inching higher, rising one point from May to 82 this month — another post-recession high, according to a University of Florida survey.

UF/IFAS professor wins prize for plant pathology work

Published: June 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF/IFAS professor Jeff Jones will receive the 11th Jakob Eriksson Prize for Plant Pathology at an international academic gathering in Beijing in August.

Key Biscayne couple's gift brings UF closer to top 10 status

Published: June 21 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — John and Mary Lou Dasburg have responded to Gov. Rick Scott's goal of moving the University of Florida into the top 10 of all public universities with a $1.5 million gift to UF's College of Engineering.

Summer B semester brings slew of cultural opportunities

Published: June 21 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — This summer, the University of Florida brings a world of creativity, culture and performance to campus and beyond with CREATIVE B.

New position at UF Health to focus on research, education

Published: June 21 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Health officials have announced the creation of a new executive level position that will focus on advancing the research and education missions of the academic health center.

Governor names Heavener, Rosenberg to UF Board of Trustees

Published: June 20 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Rick Scott on Wednesday appointed two new members of the University of Florida Board of Trustees.

Name change reflects evolution of faith group

Published: June 19 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida’s Campus Ministry Cooperative has become the Campus Multi-Faith Cooperative.

UF Law experts available to speak on forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court decisions

Published: June 19 2013

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UF researchers develop technique to test manatees for heart disease

Published: June 18 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Leisurely swims in warm, tropical waters fueled by the gaze of admiring fans and a healthy vegetarian diet. The life of a manatee hardly seems likely to prompt concerns about heart disease. But researchers at the University of Florida say the lumbering, loveable sea cow’s ticker deserves a closer look because of the animal’s endangered status.

Law students chosen to host national symposium for first time

Published: June 18 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Levin College of Law’s Federalist Society Student Chapter has been selected to host the 33rd National Federalist Society Student Symposium.

South Florida Sun-Sentinel: David Borchelt

Published: June 17 2013

South Florida Sun-Sentinel: David Borchelt

Published: June 17 2013

South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Kevin Sabet

Published: June 17 2013

Project seeks volunteers to help with community needs

Published: June 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The UF Center for Leadership and Service will conduct a service project called Summer Plunge on July 20.

RTS reduces service on some routes during break

Published: June 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — RTS will reduce service on certain bus routes starting Saturday because of the break between the University of Florida’s Summer A and Summer B sessions.

Florida Museum begins free monthlong movie series with 'King Kong'

Published: June 14 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Get ready to pop some popcorn and break out your favorite blanket.

Florida Museum begins free monthlong movie series with ‘King Kong’

Published: June 14 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Get ready to pop some popcorn and break out your favorite blanket.

UF study finds brain-imaging technique can help diagnose movement disorders

Published: June 13 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new University of Florida study suggests a promising brain-imaging technique has the potential to improve diagnoses for the millions of people with movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.

U.S. News ranks UF Health Shands Children's Hospital as one of nation's best

Published: June 12 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Health Shands Children's Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation's best hospitals for children in six medical specialties, including, for the first time ever, cancer care.

UF Law criminal law experts available to address Trayvon Martin case

Published: June 10 2013

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UF researchers find wheat production models disagree under climate change scenarios

Published: June 10 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers have found, for the first time, that crop models predicting yields for one of the world’s most important crops begin to disagree under climate change scenarios.

Designated drivers don't always abstain, UF study finds

Published: June 10 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Maybe better call that cab, after all: A new University of Florida study found that 35 percent of designated drivers had quaffed alcohol and most had blood-alcohol levels high enough to impair their driving.

Program offers high school students service, learning opportunities

Published: June 10 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gainesville-area high school students can have a fun and engaging opportunity to make a difference in their local community this summer.

Independence Day celebration returns to Flavet Field July 3

Published: June 10 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — FANFARES & FIREWORKS will return to Gainesville at 7 p.m. July 3 at the University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field on the UF campus.

UF experts available to talk about NSA controversy

Published: June 7 2013

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Activation of cell death gene triggered loss of phallus in bird evolution

Published: June 6 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Researchers at the University of Florida Genetics Institute have discovered how, at the genetic level, different bird species either develop or do not develop phalluses, a finding that may help scientists better understand how embryonic growth and development are regulated and how evolutionary changes arise. They reported their findings today in the journal Current Biology.

Preview wins award for outstanding advising program

Published: June 5 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The National Academic Advising Association has selected the University of Florida’s Preview Orientation Advising as an Outstanding Institutional Advising Program Award winner.

Tiny airplanes and subs from University of Florida laboratory could be next hurricane hunters

Published: June 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Kamran Mohseni envisions a day when the unmanned vehicles in his laboratory at the University of Florida will swarm over, under and through hurricanes to help predict the strength and path of the storms.

Graduate housing residents to hold festival, fashion show

Published: June 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than 100 residents of University of Florida Graduate and Family Housing are expected to attend the International Festival and Fashion Show at 6 p.m. Thursday at Maguire Village.

Researchers uncover genetic key for improved blood-thinning therapy for African-American patients

Published: June 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Researchers have discovered a way to make a blood thinner safer for about 40 percent of African-Americans taking the drug by linking a common gene variation to the dose.

Two contractors hurt while repairing chiller unit

Published: June 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two contractors working to reinsulate a chiller unit at the University of Florida were burned Monday afternoon when a ball valve nearby broke sending a blast of refrigerant onto them.

Butterfly on the brink: First Schaus female found in a year raises hope for revival of species

Published: June 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The fate of a species may rest upon a single butterfly captured in late May by University of Florida lepidopterists.

AIDS quilt to be displayed on campus

Published: June 26 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida will display parts of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, starting July 1, as part of the Common Reading Program, a campuswide reading initiative.

Associated Press: Jaret Daniels

Published: June 17 2013

Jaret Daniels, associate curator of lepidoptera for the Florida Museum of Natural History, was quoted in a June 3 Associated Press story about UF’s efforts to save the Schaus swallowtail butterfly from extinction. The story and many others in media nationwide were the result of a UF Media Relations news release, which was part of BugWeek@UF.

BOT meets this week

Published: June 3 2013

The University of Florida Board of Trustees meets Thursday and Friday, June 6-7.

Florida Times-Union: Clay Montague

Published: June 17 2013

Clay Montague, professor emeritus, was mentioned in a June 2 Florida Times-Union story about Tim Bonvechio’s six-year-old project to control the population of the invasive flathead catfish in the Satilla River.

Fox News: John Capinera

Published: June 17 2013

John Capinera, chairman of the department of entomology and nematology, appeared on Fox News on May 23 in a story about invasive insect species that threaten Florida’s agricultural industry. The story was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

NBC News: Adam Barry

Published: June 17 2013

Adam Barry, an assistant professor of health education and behavior, was quoted in a June 10 NBC News story about his research that found 35 percent of designated drivers had drunk enough alcohol that could impair their driving skills.

New York Times: Martin Cohn

Published: June 17 2013

Biologist Martin Cohn was quoted in a June 6 New York Times story about his research into why the penises of many species of birds have disappeared. The story and many others were the result of a Health Science Center news release.

Orlando Sentinel: Jamie Ellis

Published: June 17 2013

Entomology professors Jamie Ellis and Philip Koehler were quoted in a May 23 Orlando Sentinel story about animals that could bite and sting people over the Memorial Day weekend. Several other UF personnel were quoted. The story, which appeared in many other media nationwide, was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

Orlando Sentinel: Philip Koehler

Published: June 17 2013

Entomology professors Jamie Ellis and Philip Koehler were quoted in a May 23 Orlando Sentinel story about animals that could bite and sting people over the Memorial Day weekend. Several other UF personnel were quoted. The story, which appeared in many other media nationwide, was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

Palm Beach Post: Phil Koehler

Published: June 17 2013

Phil Koehler and Roberto Pereira, urban entomologists, and Rick Alleman, tick expert, were mentioned in a June 3 Palm Beach Post story about how to cope with bed bugs and ticks when traveling. The story, which appeared in many other media nationwide, was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

Palm Beach Post: Rick Alleman

Published: June 17 2013

Phil Koehler and Roberto Pereira, urban entomologists, and Rick Alleman, tick expert, were mentioned in a June 3 Palm Beach Post story about how to cope with bed bugs and ticks when traveling. The story, which appeared in many other media nationwide, was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

Palm Beach Post: Roberto Pereira

Published: June 17 2013

Phil Koehler and Roberto Pereira, urban entomologists, and Rick Alleman, tick expert, were mentioned in a June 3 Palm Beach Post story about how to cope with bed bugs and ticks when traveling. The story, which appeared in many other media nationwide, was the result of a Media Relations office pitch for BugWeek@UF.

Tampa Bay Times: Chris McCarty

Published: June 17 2013

Chris McCarty, director of the Bureau of Economic and Business Research, was quoted in a May 28 Tampa Bay Times story about the monthly statewide consumer confidence survey, which indicated Floridians were feeling good about the economy. The story and others were the result of a Media Relations office news release.

UF news for week of June 10 listed

Published: June 7 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

UF news for week of June 17 listed

Published: June 14 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

UF news for week of June 24 listed

Published: June 21 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

WUFT-FM adds midday news show ‘Here & Now’

Published: June 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Beginning July 1, public radio station WUFT-FM 89.1 will broadcast “Here & Now” from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday to meet growing audience demand for midday news and analysis.