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The Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere Welcomes a New Director
After a six-year term, CHPS Director Barbara Mennel passes the torch to Jaime Ahlberg, formerly a member of the Department of Philosophy.
Humanities Professors Recognized with Distinguished Award
Two professors in the humanities, Jack Davis and David Leavitt, receive the prestigious Distinguished Professor Award.
High COVID-19 Viral Exposure May Reduce Protection Provided by Vaccination and Prior Infection
UF infectious disease epidemiologist Derek Cummings explains the findings of new research exploring COVID-19 immunity in high-exposure settings.
Environmental Human DNA Offers New Opportunities For Public Good
As we enter an era of human environmental DNA, UF researchers explore the possibilities.
Global Coral Reef Ecosystem Health Focus of Newly Created Scientific Resource
Scientists at the Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience release new findings to further our understanding of microorganisms and their relationship with cnidarians, like corals and sea anemones.
Breakthrough Polymer Research Promises to Revolutionize Recycling
Research led by UF chemist Brent Sumerlin makes major leap toward a greener future.
Astronomers Reveal Feeding Frenzy in Stellar Nursery
A global research team makes a discovery that expands our understanding of star and planet formation.
Creating a New Roman Encyclopedia
A new encyclopedia by Victoria Pagán, from the department of classics, aims to make the works of the Roman historian Tacitus more digestible.
AI Breakthrough Paves the Way to Safeguard Democracies
UF political scientist Badredine Arfi expands new horizons for interpreting social data, uncovering AI's vast potential in preserving democracies.
Study Reveals Evidence of Diverse Organic Material on Mars
A new study, led by scientists including UF astrobiologist Amy Williams, presents compelling evidence for organic material on the Martian surface.
Unearthing Real-Life Indiana Jones Moments
Three UF archaeologists recount their thrilling experiences as field researchers, sharing their own versions of "Indiana Jones moments."
Explore Our New Issue of Ytori Magazine
The Spring/Summer 2023 issue of our college magazine encourages reflections on our past, examination of the present, and contemplation of the possibilities ahead.
UF Researchers Reveal the Hidden Hum of a Cosmic Symphony
After 15 years of data collection, scientists from the NANOGrav collaboration, including astrophysicist Laura Blecha and grad student Analis Evans, have detected evidence of gravitational waves at ultra-low frequencies.
UF Announces Naming of Jewish Studies Center
The naming celebrates an alumnus whose lifelong commitment to Jewish culture, heritage, and education have left an indelible impact on our institution and the wider Jewish community.
Honoring Archie Carr’s Legacy
On World Sea Turtle Day, we celebrate legendary researcher Archie Carr and the work of UF researchers carrying on his mission.
Climate Change Threatens Public Health: Study Reveals Lack of Modeling Tools
As climate change increases the risks of infectious diseases, a new study led by UF medical geographers reveals the critical need for more tools to predict and manage these threats.
One-third of Galaxy’s Most Common Planets Could be in Habitable Zone
Hundreds of millions of planets could have the right orbit to sport liquid water and possible life.
Coastal Ecosystems Help Store Greenhouse Gases
Not all coastal environments are alike in how they capture and release greenhouse gases, but a new study published in Nature Climate Change provides the most detailed picture yet.
Sharing the Underground Railroad’s Oral Histories
With a $350,000 federal grant, UF researchers will showcase recordings that tell how antislavery activists secretly assisted those escaping slavery.
Coming Full Circle
One of the college's newest graduates in medieval studies, Jamie Paul, found her academic passion with the help of the program's first graduate.