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Computing Help Desk offers limited services during part of break

Published: December 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Computing Help Desk will have limited availability during winter break:

UF: Florida consumer confidence unchanged in December

Published: December 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer sentiment among Floridians was unchanged in December at 77, the same as the revised November reading, according to a new University of Florida survey.

College of Nursing names executive associate dean, Kirbo endowed chair

Published: December 23 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida College of Nursing has named Debra Lyon as its executive associate dean and the Thomas M. and Irene B. Kirbo endowed chair, effective Jan. 2. Lyon comes to UF from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she serves as associate dean for research and the Judith B. Collins and Joseph M. Teefey distinguished professor.

Study: Some plants may not adapt quickly to future climate change

Published: December 22 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Using the largest dated evolutionary tree of flowering plants ever assembled, a new study suggests how plants developed traits to withstand low temperatures, with implications that human-induced climate change may pose a bigger threat than initially thought to plants and global agriculture.

Change in geometry improves aerodynamics, UF researchers say

Published: December 20 2013

GAINESVILLE—Kids and dogs understand the force of air, when they stick their hands and heads out of moving cars only to feel them pushed back. It may be invisible, but air is like a see-through net dragging a vehicle back as it strains to move forward.

Florida cooking show debuts Jan. 4 on WUFT-TV, will include UF/IFAS food topics

Published: December 20 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new television show that starts Jan. 4 on WUFT Channel 5 will give viewers tasty tidbits about Florida food along with a focus on fresh, sustainable food and native Florida cooking.

UF researchers use oral peptide spray to stimulate weight loss in animals

Published: December 19 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A quick spray on the tongue with an oral spray containing a compound that naturally occurs in the body could be all it takes to curb appetite and spark weight loss. And unlike oral weight-loss sprays currently on the market, this one holds the promise of being backed by medical science.

Museum to celebrate 35th annual Collectors Day Jan. 25

Published: December 19 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida Museum of Natural History visitors will have the opportunity to view a variety of collections — from antique cars to Coca-Cola memorabilia and stamps to Legos — during the 35th Collectors Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 25.

New plant genome study may offer clues to improving all major food crops

Published: December 19 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers and their colleagues have sequenced the genome of the flowering plant Amborella for the first time, potentially revealing why flowers may have proliferated millions of years ago and offering clues for improving all major food crop species.

Media Advisory: Consumer sentiment survey results to be released early

Published: December 18 2013

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UF research shows coral reefs can be saved

Published: December 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Although some scientists suggest that coral reefs are headed for certain doom, a new study by University of Florida and Caribbean researchers indicates even damaged reefs can recover.

UF/IFAS study: Confusion surrounds added vs. natural sugar in drinks

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumers who are more concerned about what types of sugars are in their drinks will likely choose a less-sweetened beverage, although most people don’t know the difference between natural and added sugars, a new University of Florida study shows.

State's top cancer programs unite to expand care

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Orlando Health and University of Florida Health today announced they have joined forces to establish one of the state's largest, most comprehensive cancer programs.

Longtime educator, adminstrator Art Sandeen honored by peer group

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In Arthur “Art” Sandeen’s 26 years as head of University of Florida student affairs and 14 years as a College of Education professor, his love and advocacy of students gave the university community a friend and leader they knew they could count on.

State’s top cancer programs unite to expand care

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Orlando Health and University of Florida Health today announced they have joined forces to establish one of the state’s largest, most comprehensive cancer programs.

Construction to result in closing of Yulee/Reid Hall parking lot

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Yulee/Reid Hall parking lot at the northwest corner of Museum Road and SW 13th Street will be closed starting Dec. 18 for construction of a new residence facility. The orange and carpool parking spaces in this lot will be relocated for the duration of the project.

UFPA to host annual fundraising gala Jan. 25

Published: December 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Performing Arts hosts its annual fundraising gala – “An Evening in Tuscany” – from 6 to 11 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Phillips Center for Performing Arts.

RTS announces changes in service due to break, holidays

Published: December 13 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — RTS service will be affected between Dec. 16 and Jan. 2 because of the collegiate winter breaks and the holiday season.

Orlando Sentinel: Nancy Dowd

Published: December 13 2013

The Christian Science Monitor: Mark Fenster

Published: December 13 2013

UF/IFAS scientist's work with Brazilian citrus greening genome could aid Florida industry

Published: December 12 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida researcher has mapped the DNA genome of a new strain of citrus greening that could further threaten Florida’s beleaguered $9 billion citrus industry. Knowing the genetic makeup of the various strains is critical to finding a cure.

Commencement to affect parking availability on Friday

Published: December 12 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The O’Connell Center west parking lot, which is the small lot next to McKethan Stadium, will be reserved for fall commencement ceremony use all day on Friday.

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Published: December 12 2013

Doctoral graduate invents his way to Kickstarter success

Published: December 12 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Tim Elmore will receive a doctorate in mechanical engineering on Friday, but he’s already achieved unusual success as an inventor.

UF study: One quarter of female drug offenders report experiencing police sexual misconduct

Published: December 12 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new University of Florida survey suggests that police misconduct against female drug offenders may be more pervasive than previously thought.

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Published: December 12 2013

UF ranks No. 3 among Kiplinger's 2014 Best-Value Public Colleges

Published: December 11 2013


UF ranks No. 3 among Kiplinger’s 2014 Best-Value Public Colleges

Published: December 11 2013

Experts see food trends that may end up on your plate in 2014

Published: December 11 2013

Tip sheet

UF researchers to use brain imaging to look at dementia profiles in Parkinson's patients

Published: December 10 2013


UF/IFAS: 'Perfect storm' needed for salmonella to spread in post-harvest tomatoes

Published: December 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers have gained new insight into produce-associated salmonella that they hope will eventually reduce the number and severity of the illness-causing outbreaks.

Education helps UF graduate to cope with legacy of combat tours

Published: December 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — U.S. Army Sgt. Phillip Pitts was stationed at a small outpost without walls in Rawah, a city northwest of Baghdad. He and his fellow soldiers ate MREs every day for a year and didn’t have reliable phone or Internet service. They guarded the perimeter and spent days searching for weapon caches and bomb factories.

Home for the holidays: UF/IFAS expert shares tips for handling family stress

Published: December 9 2013

Tip sheet

UF expert available to talk about Nelson Mandela's legacy

Published: December 5 2013


UF researchers' experiment is first to simulate warming of Arctic permafrost

Published: December 5 2013


UF develops first high-altitude device to help detect health threats from the sky

Published: December 5 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida researcher is exploring whether the latest plant, animal or human health threats will come from the sky

Pig kidneys for transplantation could help thousands of patients with kidney failure

Published: December 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Kidney failure patients in the not-too-distant future may have a new option that sidesteps the current organ shortage, lengthy wait and potential rejection: Grow your own.

Student tickets for January, February shows at Phillips now on sale

Published: December 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida student tickets for 25 performances in January and February at the Phillips Center for Performing Arts, including three Broadway musicals, are now on sale.

Two UFPA performances for January canceled

Published: December 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two University of Florida Performing Arts performances scheduled for January have been canceled due to circumstances beyond UFPA’s control.

Food safety is among top concerns for Floridians, UF/IFAS survey finds

Published: December 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Food safety is near the top of most Floridians’ concerns, behind only the economy and health care, a survey released today by the University of Florida shows.

UF conference focuses on online learning in higher education

Published: December 3 2013

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Florida Museum hosts four camps for children during school breaks

Published: December 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — This winter break students can ring in the holiday season with scientific exploration and natural history investigation during Florida Museum of Natural History’s school holiday camps beginning Dec. 23 through Jan. 17.

Accreditation assessment team for UFPD invites public comment

Published: December 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies will arrive Dec. 8 to examine all aspects of the University of Florida Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services, Chief Linda Stump announced today.

UF musical groups join others for holiday concert at Phillips

Published: December 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. today, Dec. 3, at the Phillips Center for Performing Arts will feature more than 300 performers from the University of Florida and the area.

Veterans Success Center expands counseling services

Published: December 2 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Starting today, the Collegiate Veterans Success Center at the University of Florida is a host site for a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs program to better serve veterans now in college.

'Tis the season for online and telephone fraud, UFPD warns

Published: December 18 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Police Department urges caution about the possibility of online and telephone fraud during the holiday season.

Annual poinsettia sale starts Thursday

Published: December 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than 5,000 plants will be available during the 18th annual Poinsettia Show and Sale Thursday and Friday.

Danú performs “Christmas in Ireland” Dec. 17 at the Phillips Center

Published: December 10 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Acclaimed Irish ensemble Danú – twice named best traditional group by the BBC – presents its Celtic music celebration, “Christmas in Ireland: An Nollaig in Éirinn” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Phillips Center for Performing Arts at the University of Florida.

Financial Times: Jay Ritter

Published: December 13 2013

Finance professor Jay Ritter was mentioned in a Nov. 8 article in the Financial Times about Twitter’s IPO pricing. A link to the article is not provided because the Financial Times website is by subscription only.

Huffington Post: Frank Bova

Published: December 13 2013

Dr. Frank Bova was quoted in a Nov. 20 Huffington Post article about a new technology at the University of Florida that allows surgeons to practice on brains made using 3D printers.

Low-cost Alzheimer's testing, Hepatitis C treatments among top 10 stories, 2013

Published: December 30 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — 2013 was a busy year for news and research at the University of Florida. Here’s our list of the Top 10 posts based on unique pageviews.

The Florida Times-Union: David Denslow

Published: December 13 2013

Economist David Denslow was quoted in a Nov. 18 Florida Times-Union story about Wall Street success. A link is unavailable because the newspaper is by subscription only.

The Tampa Tribune: Joseph S. Jackson

Published: December 13 2013

Law professor Joseph S. Jackson was quoted in a Nov. 18 article in The Tampa Tribune about a recent state Supreme Court decision regarding gay rights.

The Washington Post: Kate A. Ratliff

Published: December 13 2013

Psychology professor Kate A. Ratliff was quoted in a Nov. 4 Washington Post article about a study she conducted that found a woman’s success can damage her male partner’s ego. See feature story on Ratliff’s research.

UF news for week of Dec. 16 listed

Published: December 13 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 Dec. 23 listed

Published: December 28 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 December 9 listed

Published: December 6 2013

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