Category: UF News

Baby Gators take over the libraries

A person reading to a group of children in a classroom setting, gesturing animatedly while holding a book. The children are seated on the floor, focusing intently on the reader.

Inspired by UF Libraries Director of Marketing and Communications Alex Avelino’s experience as an early childhood educator, the UF Libraries recently launched a new partnership with the UF Early Childhood Collaboratory — formerly known as Baby Gator — to create organized library visits that build lasting connections.

Books & Cooks expands reach, programming

Two children in their kitchen proudly displaying a plate of food they prepared and holding up a cookbook

Books & Cooks, a free 12-week literacy and nutrition program, recently expanded to include more counties and information on Type 2 diabetes prevention.

New tool detects early crop drought stress

Green, leafy plants growing in a hydroponic system.

In a recent study, UF/IFAS, USDA and NASA researchers use hyperspectral imaging to detect stress in lettuce plants well before visible signs.

UF partnership brings robotic fish to Florida classrooms

A UF professor working with elementary science teachers to develop engaging classroom lessons

A partnership between UF MAE and the Florida Museum’s TESI is helping students investigate scientific concepts through experimentation and engineering.

Stuart R. Bell confirmed as 14th president of the University of Florida

The Florida Board of Governors recently confirmed Stuart R. Bell, Ph.D., as the 14th president of the University of Florida, completing a national search.

Restoration, responsibility and the future of Graham Woods

The Graham Woods Stormwater Improvement Project stands to both repair failing infrastructure and restore a damaged watershed.

Next-gen AI system seeks to improve HIV health outcomes

Doctor Mattia Prosperi and Doctor Simone Marini posing in front of a window.

UF PHHP faculty members are leading the development of a new AI system to optimize the HIV care continuum.

UF experts on staying safe, healthy and engaged this summer

Food cooking on an outside, round grill, with people gathered together in the background.

Explore this summer guide for UF expert advice on everything from preventing foodborne illness to avoiding tick bites and helping children stay engaged.

Data drives destinations

P H D student Jiwoo Jung using virtual reality goggles, superimposed on a glowing background featuring landmarks from around the world.

The UF Eric Friedheim Tourism Institute focuses on AI, robotics and Big Data analytics to make tourism-related businesses more insightful and responsive.

Dr. Stuart R. Bell selected as the next UF president

The UF Board of Trustees voted unanimously to select Stuart R. Bell, Ph.D., as UF’s 14th president, pending ratification by the Florida Board of Governors.