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Road improvement projects near campus start in February

Published: January 31 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two upcoming road construction projects near the University of Florida campus may disrupt commutes and possibly parking for some UF and UF Health faculty, staff, students and visitors.

UF Law plans two events to recognize anniversary of Trayvon Martin’s death

Published: January 31 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – It’s been almost two years since the shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin. The gunman, George Zimmerman, has been tried and acquitted, yet the case still leaves an indelible mark in the country’s consciousness – questions of race, culture and justice in America remain as pressing as ever.

Undergraduates to blend sciences, arts in creativity event

Published: January 30 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Students with backgrounds in the sciences and arts will come together to rethink the boundaries of creativity for the 2014 Creativity in the Arts and Sciences Event from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Feb. 1 in the Reitz Student Union Grand Ballroom and Studio G-6 in the Nadine M. McGuire Pavilion.

UF/IFAS names Folta as horticultural sciences chairman

Published: January 30 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Kevin Folta, the interim chair of the University of Florida’s horticultural sciences department, has accepted the permanent job, Jack Payne, UF’s senior vice president for agricultural and natural resources, announced last week.

UF researchers find genetic cause for citrus canker, putting them a step closer to a cure

Published: January 30 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Researchers from the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Florida are closer to finding a possible cure for citrus canker after identifying a gene that makes citrus trees susceptible to the bacterial pathogen

Florida’s Medicaid reform pilot is saving money, UF study finds

Published: January 29 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Health care plans in the Florida Medicaid Reform Pilot project have done a better job of controlling costs than Florida’s traditional Medicaid program, according to a new University of Florida study. An initial estimation suggests the reform pilot reduced costs by about 18 percent, had expenditures increased at the same rate as experienced in the non-reform counties.

Two engineering professors receive highest honor from global industry association

Published: January 29 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The global industry association Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International, known as SEMI, awarded its highest honor to two University of Florida engineering professors this month.

Law experts available to talk about fatal shooting trial in Jacksonville

Published: January 29 2014

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UF: Floridians’ confidence in economy bumps up a bit

Published: January 28 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence among Floridians as measured by an index rose one point in January to 78, according to a new University of Florida survey.

Lecture to examine impact of climate change on indigenous communities

Published: January 28 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A philosophy professor from Michigan State University will give a free lecture Jan. 29 at the University of Florida titled, “Bridging Indigenous and Scientific Knowledges: Multicultural Solutions for Climate Change Research.”

UF/IFAS study helps researchers better estimate citrus crop yields

Published: January 27 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Citrus crop-yield estimates may be more accurate, thus ensuring higher productivity and more revenue, if an algorithm proves as successful as it did in a recent University of Florida study.Wonsuk “Daniel” Lee’s study, published in the January issue of the journal Biosystems Engineering, could eventually help Florida’s $9 billion-a-year citrus industry.

UF Water Institute to host symposium featuring state, national experts

Published: January 27 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The University of Florida Water Institute will host its fourth symposium, “Sustainable Water Resources, Complex Challenges, Integrated Solutions,” Feb. 11-12 at the Reitz Student Union.

University of Florida and Banyan Biomarkers Inc. to conduct NFL/GE-funded concussion research

Published: January 24 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Banyan Biomarkers Inc. announced today that it has received a $300,000 award from the NFL and General Electric to improve detection of concussions through research led by a University of Florida football team physician.

Fundraising event in stadium to benefit center for autism

Published: January 24 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The sixth annual Stomp the Swamp for Autism will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 1 at the University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Miami Herald: Karl Havens

Published: January 24 2014

UF/IFAS study shows captive breeding no help to endangered woodrat

Published: January 23 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Captive breeding of the endangered Key Largo woodrat may not be the best solution to preserve the ecologically important rodent, an animal driven to near extinction by development, a new University of Florida study shows.

Princeton professor to talk about sustainable citizenship

Published: January 23 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Princeton University professor Melissa Lane will conduct a lecture on “sustainable citizenship” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27 in the Reitz Student Union Grand Ballroom.

New York Times columnist Samuel G. Freedman to speak at UF

Published: January 23 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Samuel G. Freedman, an award-winning author, professor and New York Times columnist, will speak about his book, “Breaking the Line: The Season in Black College Football that Transformed the Game and Changed the Course of Civil Rights” at 6 p.m. Feb. 4 on the University of Florida campus.

Political scientist talks creativity to kick off UF lecture series

Published: January 22 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The University of Florida has invited its faculty together next week for an intellectual pep rally. It’s a lecture, yes, but with a motive to celebrate academics as well as to edify

UF launches #GatorNationIsEverywhere Instagram campaign

Published: January 21 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The #UFSocial team at the University of Florida has launched an Instagram campaign to show that The Gator Nation extends well beyond Gainesville’s city limits.

UF Health patients and visitors collaborate in art project with UF engineering professor

Published: January 21 2014

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Hundreds of employers to participate in Career Showcase

Published: January 17 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than 250 employers will be looking to recruit University of Florida students and alumni during the 2014 Career Showcase Jan. 21-22 in the O’Connell Center.

Marston Science Library first floor to become student study space

Published: January 16 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida President Bernie Machen has approved a plan to convert the first floor of the Marston Science Library into study space for more than 680 students.

Critic of public education trends to speak at UF Jan. 22

Published: January 16 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A critic of popular ideas for improving public education will speak at the University of Florida Jan. 22.

UF marks King anniversary with range of events, including noted speakers

Published: January 16 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is formally honored only one day out of the year, but a campuswide celebration of the civil rights leader at the University of Florida aims to encourage people to follow his examples every day.

Dr. Emanuel Suter, second dean of College of Medicine, dies at 95

Published: January 16 2014

UF researcher sets age threshold for treatment of viral respiratory infection in preterm infants

Published: January 16 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida researcher is the first to establish that 4 months old is the age threshold for preterm babies to receive preventive treatment for a common viral respiratory infection.

Students can learn more about study abroad opportunities Jan. 29

Published: January 15 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida International Center will host the annual Study Abroad Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 29 at the Plaza of the Americas.

UF hosts symposium with creator of film about Hurricane Katrina

Published: January 14 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Producer and filmmaker Tia Lessin will present a symposium Jan. 15 on the University of Florida campus about her 2008 film, “Trouble the Water,” which focuses on Hurricane Katrina.

Revised app for bus riders offers new features

Published: January 14 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new version of a widely used mobile application may make catching the bus even easier for Regional Transit System riders.

Benefits of mental exercises for seniors persist 10 years after training

Published: January 13 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Older adults who received as few as 10 sessions of mental training show long-lasting improvements in reasoning and speed of processing skills 10 years after the intervention, according to UF Health researchers with the Advanced Cognitive Training for Independent and Vital Elderly, or ACTIVE, study.

UF Health marks opening of pediatric cardiac intensive care unit

Published: January 13 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital celebrated the grand opening of its pediatric cardiac intensive care unit today.

UF Law expert available to discuss bitcoin conundrum

Published: January 10 2014

UF statement about Florida Carry news release

Published: January 10 2014

Expert panel to address ethical considerations of seafood sourcing

Published: January 10 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Seafood remains popular among American consumers, but conflicting messages about how much of it to eat — or even to eat it at all — sometimes make it harder to choose over other foods.

With playoffs underway, UF researchers offer a safer football helmet

Published: January 9 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Bone-crushing tackles may make football fans avert their eyes in horror, but Ghatu Subhash studies collisions, impacts and crashes, both on the field and off.

Seashell loss

Published: January 9 2014

Study: Seashell loss due to tourism increase may have global impact

Published: January 9 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Global tourism has increased fourfold over the last 30 years, resulting in human-induced seashell loss that may harm natural habitats worldwide, according to a University of Florida scientist.

Local health officials report spike in flu-related hospitalizations, deaths

Published: January 9 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The number of severe flu cases in North Central Florida has escalated in recent months, and UF Health Shands Hospital has had a striking increase in influenza-related hospitalizations, with more than 150 admissions and a dozen deaths since late October, UF Health and county public health officials reported today.

UF online programs place among top 10 in latest U.S. News rankings

Published: January 8 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two online programs at the University of Florida are among the top 10 nationally in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings scheduled for release Wednesday.

Bus to Lake Wauburg to resume Saturdays on Jan. 18

Published: January 8 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Because of demand from University of Florida students, a shuttle bus from the main campus to Lake Wauburg will be offered each Saturday until the end of June, excluding breaks and holidays.

Expert panel to address ethical practices in seafood sourcing

Published: January 8 2014

UF trustees committee scheduled to meet Tuesday

Published: January 6 2014

Media advisory

Alumna returns for events related to exhibit of Persian textiles

Published: January 3 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Mahin Ghanbari, a native of Iran and a University of Florida College of Fine Arts alumna, will return to UF Friday to host several special events related to the exhibit of her Persian textiles in the University Gallery.

UF professors to debut film about pioneers in Latin theater

Published: January 2 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — For seven years Tony Mata, head of musical theater at the University of Florida’s School of Theatre and Dance, has been working on “Theatre of Rice and Beans,” a film that chronicles the stories of three titans of the Latino theater.

Florida Museum of Natural History to hold volunteer orientation Jan. 22

Published: January 2 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Whether needing hours for a scholarship, wanting to spend time serving others, or having an interest in lifelong learning, everyone can find volunteer opportunities at the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Parking spaces to be reallocated in Garage 6, starting Monday

Published: January 2 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Parking Garage 6 at the University of Florida will undergo a reallocation of parking spaces effective Jan. 6.

Florida's Medicaid reform pilot is saving money, UF study finds

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Health care plans in the Florida Medicaid Reform Pilot project have done a better job of controlling costs than Florida's traditional Medicaid program, according to a new University of Florida study. An initial estimation suggests the reform pilot reduced costs by about 18 percent, had expenditures increased at the same rate as experienced in the non-reform counties.

UF: Floridians' confidence in economy bumps up a bit

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence among Floridians as measured by an index rose one point in January to 78, according to a new University of Florida survey.

UF Health Cancer Center eligible for governor's proposed funding for seeking NCI designation

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A proposed bill to create the Florida Consortium of National Cancer Institute Centers announced by Florida Gov. Rick Scott today (Jan. 28) could potentially help the UF Health Cancer Center and the UF Health Cancer Center at Orlando Health bring even more extensive research and patient care to Floridians with cancer.

'Star Trek' for animals: A wireless medical monitor for your pet

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The next time you take Fluffy in for surgery, the veterinarian may be able to monitor her post-op progress from a smartphone.

UF to expand its brain gain push

Published: January 6 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida doubled down today on its strategy to climb to a top 10 national ranking among public research universities, announcing its intention to recruit top minds in personalized medicine, unmanned vehicles, online learning and seven other fields.

UF news for week of Jan. 6 listed

Published: January 3 2014

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 Jan. 27 listed

Published: January 24 2014

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 Jan. 20 listed

Published: January 17 2014

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 Jan. 13 listed

Published: January 13 2014

EVENTS 0113 — upcoming events of potential media interes

UF news for week of Feb. 3 listed

Published: January 31 2014

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

The Washington Post: Stephen H. Futch

Published: January 24 2014

Harold Browning, chief operating officer of UF’s Citrus Research and Development Foundation, and Stephen H. Futch, a UF extension agent, were quoted in a Jan. 12 article in The Washington Post concerning the decline in the growth of Florida oranges due to a deadly bacterial infection.

The Washington Post: Harold Browning

Published: January 24 2014

Harold Browning, chief operating officer of UF’s Citrus Research and Development Foundation, and Stephen H. Futch, a UF extension agent, were quoted in a Jan. 12 article in The Washington Post concerning the decline in the growth of Florida oranges due to a deadly bacterial infection.

The Florida Times-Union: George R. ‘Bob’ Dekle

Published: January 24 2014

Law professor George R. “Bob” Dekle was quoted in a Jan. 9 article in The Florida Times-Union discussing the possible outcome of a sentence based on characteristics of the judge. A link is unavailable because the Times-Union is by subscription only.

New York Times: George R. ‘Bob’ Dekle

Published: January 24 2014

Law professor George R. “Bob” Dekle was quoted in a Dec. 14 New York Times story about a state attorney’s decision not to charge Florida State University quarterback Jameis Winston with rape.

NBC News: Robyn LeBoeuf

Published: January 24 2014

A research paper co-authored by Robyn A. LeBoeuf, an associate professor of marketing, on why people choose certain gifts was the subject of an NBC News story Dec. 13.

Museum exhibit lets the dogs out in ‘Wolf to Woof’ exhibit

Published: January 28 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Visitors will soon be able to uncover the mysteries of man’s best friend at the Florida Museum of Natural History’s new temporary exhibit, “Wolf to Woof: The Story of Dogs,” opening Feb. 15.

Miami Herald: Teresa Olczyk

Published: January 24 2014

Teresa Olczyk, director for the UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension, and E. Vanessa Campoverde, a commercial horticulture extension agent with the UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension, were quoted in a Jan. 14 article in the Miami Herald discussing the possible effects the cold South Florida weather has on plants and crops.

Miami Herald: E. Vanessa Campoverde

Published: January 24 2014

Teresa Olczyk, director for the UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension, and E. Vanessa Campoverde, a commercial horticulture extension agent with the UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension, were quoted in a Jan. 14 article in the Miami Herald discussing the possible effects the cold South Florida weather has on plants and crops.

Iron and Wine, Rhythm in the Night The Irish Dance Spectacular coming to Phillips

Published: January 17 2014

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – University of Florida Performing Arts recently added two performances to its 2013-14 Season – Iron and Wine at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28, and “Rhythm in the Night – The Irish Dance Spectacular” at 7:30 p.m. April 3. Both performances are at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Associated Press: Keith Peters

Published: January 24 2014

Mechanical engineering professor Ghatu Subhash and radiologist Keith Peters were quoted in a Jan. 20 Associated Press story about their research into developing a new football helmet to reduce concussions. The story and many others were the result of a UF Media Relations news release.

Associated Press: Ghatu Subhash

Published: January 24 2014

Mechanical engineering professor Ghatu Subhash and radiologist Keith Peters were quoted in a Jan. 20 Associated Press story about their research into developing a new football helmet to reduce concussions. The story and many others were the result of a UF Media Relations news release.

UF news for week of December 9 listed

Published: January 6 2014

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