Category: Research

Newly-discovered star could provide new insights into the evolution of stars

A new study challenges astronomers’ understanding of star evolution and formation of chemical elements, and could suggest a new stage in their growth cycle.


Beer in space: Microgravity’s effect on fermentation

A recent study from UF/IFAS researchers provides insight into how beer yeast might behave when fermented in outer space.


UF research spending at record $1.26 billion for FY2024

The University of Florida faculty conducted a record $1.26 billion in research in fiscal year 2024, thanks in part to a nearly 10% increase in federally funded research, compared to FY2023. Federally funded research accounts for about 46% of UF’s total and it has increased 46 percent over the last five years, to a record $581 million in 2024.


AI transforms how UF researchers forecast and respond to disease

Jason Blackburn, Ph.D., a member of the UF Emerging Pathogens Institute, is using AI to search for patterns to help predict anthrax risk.


Novel compound offers improved defense against fentanyl overdoses

UF scientists have identified a novel compound aimed at improving the treatment of opioid overdoses.


Submit your research to UF’s Research Promotion Initiative

The RPI welcomes accepted, pre-publication research from every discipline, and those selected will receive media training and $1,000 in research funding.


NIH grant helps UF researchers develop at-home HIV test kit

A new, easy-to-use HIV-detection test kit being developed at UF shows promise as an early-warning system that could save millions of lives.


UF College of Pharmacy ranks No. 3 in research funding

The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy ranked the UF College of Pharmacy No. 3 nationally in annual research funding.


NSF grant awarded to study pressing problems in biology

Doug Soltis, Ph.D., is one of 18 scientists who have received a combined $12.5 million grant to establish the Polyploidy Integration and Innovation Institute.


UF study shows orange peel extract may improve heart health

Orange peels may hold a key to better cardiovascular health, according to new research led by UF Associate Professor Yu Wang, Ph.D.


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