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Uwem Akpan, assistant professor of creative writing, discusses the writing process and themes of his latest novel ‘New York, My Village.’

After nearly 20 years as a researcher, Trysh Travis takes charge as the college’s new associate dean.

The geological sciences professor was selected for her outstanding contributions to the field of tectonophysics.

Bianca Evans-Donaldson brings a depth of experience supporting underrepresented students.

A collaborative grant will delve into the mysteries of shark skin to inform future design applications.

Associate Professor Jillian Hernandez will take residence and participate in the intellectual life of the Getty Center.

In fiscal year 2021, the college brought in substantial funding for important research, despite the significant challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.

UF chemists’ efficient process for synthesizing this semiconducting polymer could be a game-changer.

The psychology professor was honored for “creating science-based tools for health promotion and culturally sensitive health care in underserved communities.”

New research into the genome of fire moss has biologists rethinking assumptions about the development of human sex chromosomes.

UF forensic anthropologist Phoebe Stubblefield has worked to uncover the truth of the tragic event.

Assistant Professor Jillian Hernandez used her first book to highlight the styles of working-class Black and Latina women and girls.

Funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Career Enhancement Fellowship supports the research of underrepresented junior and other faculty members in the humanities, social sciences and arts.

The projects received more than $867,000 through grants from the Florida Department of Health and the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging.

A new study featuring UF geology assistant professor Courtney J. Sprain helps us better understand the oldest known primates.

Associate professor Trysh Travis offers a new perspective on the history of self-help books as a guest on the popular By the Book podcast.

PhD student Jennifer Applebaum designed a study to gauge how owners feel about their pets during the quarantine.

David Leavitt, Professor of English and Co-Director of the University of Florida’s Creative Writing program, was featured recently on PBS NewsHour where he discussed the personal meaning behind the New York Times crossword.

On December 9 at 5:30 p.m., the UF community will gather virtually to remember the remarkable contributions that Dr. Patricia Hilliard-Nunn made to her community and to society.

New research takes a look at the impact green sea turtles are having on their environment.