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New AI tool for math proofs aims to steer students to creative solutions
UF researcher leads team creating an artificial intelligence tool for mathematics proofs.
New RNA-based “light switch” technology could speed disease testing
The new system, called FARSIGHT, folds into a fluorescent structure and lights up when it encounters a perfectly matched genetic sequence.
UF researchers identify new cancer-killing compounds
Colonel Allen R. and Margaret G. Crow Term Professor & Chair of Chemistry, Ron Castellano is one of the researchers now seeking FDA approval.
iVelas: A launchpad for transfer students
iVelas brings together the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, Santa Fe College, the College of Central Florida and Sao Paulo State University in Brazil to give ambitious students early access to research.
UF doctoral students honored with NASA FINESST Award
The Early Career Research (ECR) Program’s vision is to empower the next generation of Earth science researchers.
New Yiddish book donation enriches UF’s Latin American Jewish Collections
The donation comes from the estate of the late Esther Rollansky, a beloved Yiddish teacher in Buenos Aires who passed away in Israel in 2023.
Like sculpting from within: New technique builds advanced materials out of basic plastics
UF chemists have developed a technique to create highly porous materials from the building blocks of everyday plastics for use in many different industries.
Finding her voice: UF student turns first-gen journey into a path to the courtroom
A first-generation college student, Hoffer transferred from Florida International University to UF in 2023, ready to take advantage of every opportunity.
UF joins prestigious UCAR Consortium to advance atmospheric and earth science research
Initiated by the Department of Geography, UCAR membership applies to the entire university giving both students and faculty access to UCAR’s resources and opportunities.
Chemistry professor receives AI Research Excellence Award
Adrian Roitberg, Ph.D. and his research team have harnessed the power of HiPerGator, UF’s AI supercomputer, to simulate early-Earth chemical environments.
Mosquito-borne disease research featured ahead of climate conference
UF medical geographer Sadie Ryan, Ph.D. is among the international scientists whose work is featured in the forthcoming “10 New Insights in Climate Science” report, which will be presented at the United Nations COP30 Climate Conference on Nov. 10.
AI-accelerated workflow for superconductors recognized by UF Innovate
The discovery was one of six inventions recognized as UF Innovate | Tech Licensing celebrated the achievements of UF innovators at its eighth annual Standing InnOvation.
UF led team of scientists and engineers reveal hidden rhythms of magnetism using vibrating nano drums
Scientists are using vibrating nanoscale drumheads to study how magnetism moves and changes inside special materials - a discovery that could help power the next generation of fast, energy efficient computers.