University of Florida News

Propofol hit the headlines in the Michael Jackson case, now it’s making news in the reptile world. University of Florida researchers have developed a more effective way to collect snake venom using the anesthetic.

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. Here’s UF nutrition researcher Robert Cousins.

With a new school year and a new football season about to kick off, UF President Bernie Machen and Gator Head Coach Urban Meyer headlined the annual Joint Civic Club Luncheon.

For the first time since World War II, more people are leaving Florida than moving into the Sunshine State, but that exodus may not last long. Here’s UF researcher David Denslow.

A light at the end of the tunnel may soon appear for those suffering a form of genetic blindness. Here’s UF researcher Dr. William Hauswirth.

Florida real estate experts are starting to see a little more light at the end of the tunnel. Here’s UF researcher Tim Becker.

Florida consumers aren’t brimming with much confidence as we hit the middle of summer.

The world’s largest telescope is about to give astronomers the best view of the universe they’ve ever had and the University of Florida owns a piece of it. Here’s UF astronomer Charles Telesco.

Ages ago people brewed a beverage from the leaves of a yaupon holly tree. Researchers say this caffeine-filled drink could prove a tasty and healthy drink in modern times, too. Here’s UF ecologist, Matthew Palumbo.

Parents of children with obsessive-compulsive disorder could be unintentionally enabling their kids to become more fearful than they should be. Here’s University of Florida psychiatry researcher Lisa Merlo.