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Crocodile Talk

Kent Vliet thinks crocodilians get a bad rap.

On the Inside

Jodi Lane prepares new researchers to directly engage incarcerated people.

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Golden Years

Carolyn Tucker's initiative empowers elders to improve their mental, physical and spiritual health.

Milk Pioneers

Research by anthropology professor Katherine Grillo sheds a light on human evolution.

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Protecting Tropical Forests by Predicting their Growth

A digital model makes it possible to effectively manage the regrowth of these essential ecosystems.

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Drastic Measures

Evading predators isn't the only reason these bugs abandon their legs.

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New Research Provides a Clearer View of the Moon’s History

Geology professor Stephen Elardo's research shines new light on how the Moon developed.

Why do Sea Turtles Consume Plastic? Blame the Smell

New research finds a surprising reason for why sea turtles consume plastic debris.

African American Studies Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The African American Studies program celebrated its 50th anniversary on February 20 and 21 with the unveiling of a new historical marker, commemorative speeches, musical performances and a symposium reflecting on the program’s significance.

When the Dinosaurs Died, the Ferns Survived

Biology professor Emily Sessa receives NASA grant to understand why ferns bounced back after a mass extinction.

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Reimagining the Humanities

Now in its second decade, the Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere is bringing disciplines together to tackle grand-challenge questions.

Lessons from Hurricanes Past

With the help of digital technology, UF professor Ken Sassaman plans to bring the history of a devastated town to the present.

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Petty Disputes, Serious Study

Professor of Linguistics Diana Boxer put Thanksgiving quarrels to good use in a new study focused on bickering.

Dragging Language Textbooks into the Digital Age

Professor Gillian Lord has co-created an all-digital, low-cost Spanish language program that looks to give students have a more relevant, meaningful experience in class.

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Could Humans Regenerate Teeth like Sharks?

New research into the similarities between shark and human teeth shows humans have more potential to regrow teeth than previously believed.

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UF Researchers Use Drones to Reveal Secrets of Ancient Florida Village

A team of UF researchers has uncovered how an ancient Florida village played a pivotal role in pre-Columbian geopolitics.

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UF Astronomer Helps Discover Huge Nebula Formed by Galactic Winds

A team of astronomers including UF's Paul Sell discovered a huge, glowing nebula surrounding a massive galaxy 5.8 billion light years away. Read what the findings tell us about galactic winds.

UF Philosophy Professor Awarded NSF Grant to Study Predictive Policing

Police departments use artificial intelligence to predict crime before it happens. This UF philosophy professor wants to know how to do so ethically.

UF Chemistry Professor Awarded NSF Grant to Build Open Network for Molecular Science

University of Florida chemistry professor Adrian Roitberg will work as part of a multi-university team on a new project that has received nearly $1 million to advance molecular sciences though machine learning.

The Asian citrus psyllid insect transmits the bacterium which causes citrus greening, a disease that has devastated Florida’s citrus industry.

Where the Oranges Aren’t so Orange

A new study by UF medical geographer Sadie Ryan maps risk areas for citrus greening and provides critical information for citrus production and crop management moving forward.