Category: Research

9 questions with Juan Gilbert

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Juan Gilbert, Ph.D., shares how his work in human-centered computing is shaping voting technology, artificial intelligence and public safety innovations.

The “invisible hand” of AI

Three U F researchers looking at a computer that is off-screen, with one's hand on a mouse.

UF business researchers are asking a provocative question: We know what technology does for us, but what is it doing to us?

UF Professor selected for Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

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Subrata Roy, Ph.D., a UF professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, has been selected for induction into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame.

Lovebugs are back! Experts call them a “harmless nuisance”

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They may be one of Florida’s most complained-about insects, but lovebug swarms are short-lived, harmless and even helpful in their early life stages.

Turning nature’s solutions into innovative technology

Digital rendering coastal city with wind and water turbines and other ecotech infrastructure.

In a recent publication, a team of UF and international transdisciplinary researchers define and formalize ecosystem technology, or “ecotech.”

UF documentary captures Rob Ferl’s spaceflight journey

Rob Ferl stepping off a spacecraft in a Blue Origin space suit while smiling.

What does it feel like to leave Earth behind while carrying the weight of years of research into orbit? A new documentary, recently aired on PBS, follows space biologist Rob Ferl, Ph.D., during his flight to space aboard a Blue Origin rocket, detailing years of research, coordination and preparation leading up to launch.

Hantavirus symptoms, transmission and treatment explained

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When an Atlantic cruise ship was isolated off the South African coast due to a deadly hantavirus outbreak, the world watched with anticipation to learn more.

Discussing the future of Florida’s space ecosystem

Former NASA Administrator and U.S. Senator Bill Nelson talking in front of a crowd.

Nearly 200 university researchers space industry representatives recently gathered to launch the next phase of the Florida Space Research Consortium.

Explore research at the University of Florida

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Explore spotlights UF research that turns discovery into real‑world impact, from mRNA cancer vaccines to shaping online behavior with AI and Big Data.

Understanding how older adults think about AI

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Forbes breaks down the framework by UF Professor of Geography Stephen Golant, Ph.D., on how older adults think about AI and related technologies.

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