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UF distinguished professor emeritus elected to National Academy of Sciences

UF distinguished professor emeritus elected to National Academy of Sciences

Tuesday May 5, 2026

University of Florida Distinguished Professor Emeritus Pierre Sikivie, Ph.D., was elected last week as a member of the National Academy of Sciences after spending decades working with axions.

UF assistant professor of geological sciences named recipient of Excellence Award for Assistant Professors

UF assistant professor of geological sciences named recipient of Excellence Award for Assistant Professors

Friday May 1, 2026

UF Assistant Professor of Geological Sciences Emma “Mickey” MacKie, Ph.D., was named one of 10 recipients of the Excellence Awards for Assistant Professors.  “I was very excited, very grateful to be in a place where I’m recognized in that way and to be in a department that has my back,” MacKie said.  The award includes […]
Radioactive carbon signal helps researchers study turtle shell growth rate

Radioactive carbon signal helps researchers study turtle shell growth rate

Wednesday April 29, 2026

A team of UF researchers used radiocarbon signals in turtle shells to determine their growth rate, which can help explain the turtles’ ecological pasts.
UF Research Foundation names 2026 UFRF Professors

UF Research Foundation names 2026 UFRF Professors

Tuesday April 28, 2026

Seven College of Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty members have been named 2026 UF Research Foundation Professors.
Mars rover detects never-before-seen organic compounds in new experiment

Mars rover detects never-before-seen organic compounds in new experiment

Tuesday April 21, 2026

The Curiosity Mars rover detected many organic compounds, including ones not seen before on the red planet.
UF’s Carter Conference brings leading researchers together to discuss water across Africa

UF’s Carter Conference brings leading researchers together to discuss water across Africa

Friday April 10, 2026

Experts on African waters from a wide range of disciplines gathered at the University of Florida to discuss ongoing issues and solutions at this year’s Gwendolen M. Carter Conference.
Carolyn M. Tucker, Ph.D., elected chair of Florida Community Health Worker Coalition Board of Directors

Carolyn M. Tucker, Ph.D., elected chair of Florida Community Health Worker Coalition Board of Directors

Wednesday April 8, 2026

UF Health Cancer Institute member Carolyn M. Tucker, Ph.D., has been elected chair of the Board of Directors of the Florida Community Health Worker Coalition.
Congratulations 2026 Rothman Faculty Summer Fellows

Congratulations 2026 Rothman Faculty Summer Fellows

Thursday March 19, 2026

The fellowships recognize and support faculty members as they make significant progress on existing research and creative projects during the summer months.
UF assistant professor awarded Cottrell Scholar Award

UF assistant professor awarded Cottrell Scholar Award

Friday February 13, 2026

The Research Corporation for Science Advancement recognized Assistant Professor of Astronomy Jamie Tayar, Ph.D., with the 2026 Cottrell Scholar Award.
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