Taking evolution’s temperature: Researchers pinpoint the energy it takes to make a species
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Comfortable living is not why so many different life forms seem to converge at the warmer areas of the planet.
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Boaters beware – loose crab traps can cause havoc and headaches, UF expert says
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With thousands of boats expected on Florida’s waterways this Memorial Day weekend, University of Florida extension agents say sailors should be wary of lost or abandoned crab traps that can wreak havoc on propellers and engines.
Filed under Environment, Research on Thursday, May 25, 2006.
Don’t restrict biosolids without understanding their phosphorus content, says UF expert
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In an effort to protect Florida’s water quality, state regulations governing the application of biosolids to fields, forests and other areas may be changed – but the move could unnecessarily restrict beneficial uses of the material, cautions a University of Florida expert.
New ‘Hurricane House’ opens to public May 26 at UF’s Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Built to withstand winds of more than 140 mph, the new “hurricane house” at the University of Florida’s Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center will be dedicated May 25 and open to the public May 26, just days before the official start of the 2006 hurricane season.