Category: UF News

UF Trustees unanimously appoint Dr. Donald W. Landry interim president

Landry is an internationally renowned physician-scientist, president of the AASL and a recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal.


Paul Lyrene’s legacy of science and stewardship

In recognition of “the Father of Florida Blueberries,” UF’s new blueberry research building was named the Paul M. Lyrene Blueberry Research Building.


Anna-Lisa Paul receives SURA’s Distinguished Scientist Award

Anna-Lisa Paul, Ph.D., was named a recipient of the Southeastern Universities Research Association’s (SURA) 2025 Distinguished Scientist Award.


Sarah Mathias receives national recognition

Sarah Mathias was awarded the Betty Colden Memorial Lectureship by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities’ Council on Governmental Affairs.


Experts unite to tackle a quiet lactation crisis

A recent issue of Breastfeeding Medicine features eight articles aimed at advancing the biological, social and systemic factors that impact breastfeeding.


Florida scientists send seeds to ISS to study farming solutions for Earth’s harsh conditions

Wagner Vendrame, Ph.D., a UF/IFAS environmental horticulture professor and a member of UF’s Astraeus Space Institute, sent four types of UF-bred seeds to the International Space Station, or ISS, to study how spaceflight affects plant genetics and resilience.


Healthcare professionals prescribe art to combat workplace burnout

UF PHHP joins the College of the Arts’ Creative B Summer Program to mitigate stress and nourish career sustainability in professions where burnout is prevalent.


UF research spending and awards at record high

University of Florida faculty conducted a record $1.33 billion in research in fiscal year 2025. Awards also reached a record $1.25 billion in 2025, including $818 million from the federal government, $102 million from the State of Florida and $140 million from philanthropic organizations.


Following national trend, UF announces full return to workplace

University Auditorium and Century Tower from above

The University of Florida will implement a full return to in-person work for faculty and staff currently working under remote or hybrid arrangements.


College of Engineering welcomes new interim dean

The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is pleased to announce the appointment of Warren Dixon, Ph.D., as its new interim dean.


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