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With only the pawprints, researchers study elusive bobcat

Using errant DNA collected from its paw prints, Dave Duffy was able to uncover one bobcat's genetic and ancestral history

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University of Florida provides strategic funding for Digital Humanities Lab 

The Digital Humanities Lab in the UF College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will create a physical and virtual hub for humanities researchers who work with big data, augmented reality, and digital storytelling tools.

UF astronomers illuminate dark region of Milky Way

Despite its potential for star formation, a perplexing dark region at the heart of our galaxy has remained oddly quiet. We finally have some insight into what's going on, thanks to a team of UF astronomers who are using observations from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope to unravel the mysteries.

The Bilingual Brain May Be Better at Ignoring Irrelevant Information

People who speak two languages may be better at shifting their attention from one thing to another compared to those who speak one.

UF Community Invited for Holiday Gator Lighting Celebration

Students, faculty, staff, families, and friends are invited to the “Lighting of the Holiday Gator” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30 on the lawn of the University Auditorium near the corner of Newell Drive and Union Road.

UF Phi Alpha Delta Clinches 13th Consecutive Win at National Mock Trial

The University of Florida's Phi Alpha Delta (PAD) chapter has secured a remarkable first-place finish at the national mock trial competition, extending their winning streak to an impressive 13 consecutive years.

David B. Tanner Wins Top US Prize in Experimental Particle Physics

Distinguished Professor of Physics David B. Tanner is awarded the 2024 APS W.K.H. Panofsky Prize for his groundbreaking contributions in experimental particle physics.

Brianna Alderman and Roger Blair stand side-by-side while Alderman proudly displays an award she received at the Evening of Excellence

From Mentee to Bestie: An Unlikely Friendship

A partnership between UF alum Brianna Alderman and Professor of Economics Roger Blair turned into a lifelong friendship, and helped Brianna land a spot in Harvard's economics graduate school program.

Celebrating 2023 Faculty Tenure and Promotions

A celebration of the 60 faculty members conferred with promotions in 2023, in recognition of their exemplary achievements in teaching, research, and service.

UF Chemists Uncover New Natural Compound

UF chemists have uncovered a new natural compound and family of enzymes, offering insights into how complex molecules are made in nature.

Oceanic Algal Colonies Found to Maintain Warmer Water Temperatures

UF researchers investigate the thermal properties of Sargassum colonies, large patches of algae that float along the ocean's surface.

Dogs Prefer Food Over Toys, According to Science

UF psychologists say man’s best friend responds more strongly to food compared to a toy.