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University Of Florida Forensic Entomologist Uses Insect Larvae To Track Killers

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — They say all murderers make at least one mistake, and when Jerry Butler is on their trail, it is almost inevitable that he’ll find it.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Thursday, March 29, 2001.

Univ. Of Fla. Renews Ties With University In Vietnam

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Mike Holsinger and Khe Chau found their separate ways out of Vietnam before the war there ended in 1975.

Filed under Research, Environment on Friday, March 23, 2001.

UF Experts: Despite Rain, Water Conservation Efforts Still Needed

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Despite several days of rain heavy enough to cause localized flooding in Florida and parts of the Southeast, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association’s Drought Monitor today is reporting that much of the area still faces moderate to extreme drought conditions.

Filed under Research, Environment, Family on Thursday, March 22, 2001.

For Citrus Farms In A Drought, A Wireless System To Save Water

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A computer-controlled irrigation system has the potential to reduce water consumption in drought-stricken Florida’s thirsty citrus farms.

Filed under Research, Engineering, Environment, Florida, Sciences on Wednesday, March 14, 2001.

Seed Collection Project May Save Bromeliads From “Evil Weevil”

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Rare Florida bromeliad plants threatened by an imported weevil may be preserved with the help of seed collection efforts planned for this spring.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Tuesday, March 6, 2001.