Category: UF News

AI detects hidden movement clues linked to brain disorders, UF study shows

Early detection of even the slightest motor function changes can be critical to slowing the progression of Parkinson’s disease. UF researcher Diego L. Guarín, Ph.D., is harnessing AI to spot these subtle changes from video recordings before clinical symptoms become evident to the clinician’s eyes.

Rachael Seidler named director of UF’s Astraeus Space Institute

Rachael Seidler, Ph.D., a professor of applied physiology and kinesiology focused on astronaut health, was named director of the UF Astraeus Space Institute.

Graham Center celebrates 20th anniversary with $5 million gift

The family of former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham has made a $5 million gift to UF to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Bob Graham Center for Public Service.

Hurricane preparation is key for sustaining Florida’s farms

UF/IFAS economist Christa Court, Ph.D., leads a team that helps measure the economic toll of hurricanes on farms, informing decision-making processes.

UF scientist reflects on historic space flight and the future of biology beyond Earth

One year after his pioneering flight aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, University of Florida space biologist Rob Ferl, Ph.D., is still processing what it meant — not just for his career, but for science itself. This September, Ferl and longtime collaborator Anna-Lisa Paul, Ph.D., will be back at Blue Origin’s West Texas launch site, continuing their work with a new series of plant experiments. 

UF Health to continue caring for Team USA athletes

UF Health will continue providing expert medical care to Team USA athletes under an extended agreement with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

UF ranks among nation’s best public universities

Forbes has named the University of Florida the No. 5 public university in the nation and among the top institutions in the country for return on investment.

How a UF reading program is reaching classrooms worldwide

For 25+ years, Holly Lane, Ph.D., has been laser-focused on a global educational goal: to ensure students worldwide have access to information about reading.

Gators Give: Join the 2025 UF Campaign for Charities!

The UF Campaign for Charities (UFCC) is now underway and will continue through the end of November. Supporting 101 charitable organizations, the UFCC gives you the opportunity to make a lasting impact within your community.

Want to learn more about the UFCC? Watch interim Provost Joe Glover, Ph.D., interview the champions of UF’s charities as the WUFT Fall Fundraising Drive and UF Campaign for Charities kick into gear. Watch money get funny for a good cause in the Cup o’ Joe Season 2 opener.

Lecture explores confluence of art and science through Florida’s springs

UF’s York Distinguished Lecturer Series returns tomorrow, Sept. 3, to the Harn Museum of Art.