“We discovered a new function of one protein in promoting the growth of acute myeloid leukemia cells." @ufhealthcancer.bsky.social researchers have created a drug that effectively kills aggressive leukemia cells by targeting two proteins that promote the cancer’s growth.

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Researchers created a drug that effectively kills aggressive leukemia cells by targeting two proteins that promote the cancer’s growth.

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Scientists have developed a model to predict the age of zebra sharks - an epigenetic clock - a useful tool for protecting endangered sharks and restoring wild populations. 🦈 Story: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/science/scie... Study: doi.org/10.1111/mec.... 📸: @aquariumpacific.bsky.social

A rocky planet discovered by a UF astronomer may have an atmosphere. The new findings on LHS 1140b are a major milestone in the search for Earth-like worlds beyond our solar system. news.clas.ufl.edu/new-study-re...

The annual number of mosquito disease days has increased in nearly all U.S. cities analyzed by Climate Central. Dr. @sjryan3.bsky.social contributed to this new report which analyzes mosquito-borne diseases in 293 cities from 1970-2025 www.climatecentral.org/climate-matt...

Track-playing baseball players outperform specialists, yet @mlb.com teams ignore track experience—highlighting a scouting gap that undermines early specialization.

Study finds high school track experience gives baseball players an edge MLB teams overlook

New study suggest multi-sport participation can provide a competitive edge and challenge the belief that early specialization is the best path to athletic success.

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After AI opponents were added to PUBG: Battlegrounds, players spent ~50% more time in-game and played with friends ~28% more; researchers including University of Florida's Liangfei Qiu link this to increased self-efficacy, suggesting AI can boost learning, engagement, and social play.

Video game AI opponents boost play time, gaming with friends

AI opponents helped players spend about 50% more time in PUBG: Battlegrounds after they were introduced.

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Much of the research into 16th Century goings-on in the South sheds light on Native residents first through the eyes of Europeans. An effort in the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park in Georgia seeks to broaden the current narrative. blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/ffgs/2026/07...

Modern tech intersects with Native history in Ocumulgee Mounds study - School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences

Much of the research into 16th Century goings-on in the South sheds light on Native residents first through the eyes of the Europeans that encountered them, instead of Native peoples themselves.  An e...

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Do leatherback sea turtles really stop eating during nesting season? UF doctoral student Ariadna Arnau is studying their feeding behavior to uncover new insights that could help protect these incredible animals. Read more: news.clas.ufl.edu/uf-doctoral-...

Rice fueled many of the earliest civilizations and remains an indispensable source of food in the modern world. That might be about to change. Scientists warn that after 9,000 years of cultivation, rice has reached its thermal limit: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/science/afte... Photo: Jialiang Gao

Why can’t data centers just be charged more for their massive electricity usage? An energy studies scholar explains why It may be almost impossible to just do that under current regulations and laws:

It may be almost impossible to make data centers pay their ‘fair share’ of electricity costs

Setting a price for power might seem straightforward, but in reality it’s extremely complicated – and residential customers have very little influence in the decision.

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A team of researchers are building a soft, AI-powered robotic “eye” that cleans itself and improves surgical visibility, inspired by how humans blink. The same design could tackle dust and debris in extreme environments like lunar construction.

A clear vision: Researchers develop robotic surgical cameras that mimic the human eye

Researchers at the University of Florida and the University of Tennessee are developing an AI-powered, nature-inspired robotic device that mimics the human eye.

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"Research consistently shows that people remember people more than places,"-Rachel J.C. Fu, chair of the Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management and director of the Eric Friedheim Tourism Institute at the University of Florida, told ABC News.

World Cup visitors are going viral for their reactions to everyday American life

Across TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms, FIFA fans from around the world are sharing their reactions to uniquely American experiences

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A common joint-health supplement may worsen Alzheimer’s outcomes, supporting UF neuroscientist Ramon Sun’s warning that millions may be unknowingly taking a supplement that could worsen disease progression.

Glucosamine supplements may speed memory loss from Alzheimer’s, new research shows

Animal experiments and analysis of patient records suggest that taking glucosamine is safe for a healthy brain but is associated with further decline in diseased brains.

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Robot lawnmowers have been available, but are they effective on Florida turfgrass? New research from UF/IFAS shows that yes, autonomous mowers use frequent, low-impact mowing that produces denser, healthier turf more resistant to pests and disease. Story at UF/IFAS News: buff.ly/WAD5ggJ

Young frogs prioritize rapid growth over immune defense, only shifting energy toward fighting infection when disease becomes severe. The study shows how these energy trade-offs—shaped by environmental conditions and timing—affect survival, development, and broader population health.

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New research from the University of Florida shows that young frogs prioritize growing quickly even when infected with a deadly pathogen, shifting energy toward immune defense only when infections beco...

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As World Cup teams brace for extreme summer heat, a University of Florida scientist, @olaitano.bsky.social is helping Brazil’s national soccer team gain an edge with personalized hydration strategies based on each player’s unique sweat and electrolyte losses.

From volcanoes to farmland: UF researchers are testing rock dust to improve Florida soils.

Can spreading basaltic volcanic rock dust improve crops and the health of Florida’s soils?

UF researchers are testing volcanic rock dust to improve soil health across the state’s sandy and organic farmlands.

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A new AI tool called AIDD uses specialized MRI scans to distinguish between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia with Lewy bodies with near‑perfect accuracy. It could reduce misdiagnoses and improve treatment as dementia cases rise.

As dementia cases rise, UF researchers develop a breakthrough AI tool to improve diagnosis accuracy

Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are expected to more than double by 2060.

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UF doctoral student studying turtle movement patterns to decrease boat strikes - News

UF graduate student Aileen Lavelle is placing satellite tags on turtles, so she can track their movement and decrease collisions with boats.

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What is AI doing to us—not just for us? New research from the University of Florida’s Warrington College of Business shows generative AI is reshaping behavior in online communities.

Invisible Hand - Explore Magazine

We know what technology does for us but what is it doing to us?

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Hantaviruses are an underrecognized threat in Africa due to weak diagnostics and surveillance. Scientists, including @cmavian.bsky.social, warn climate and land-use changes are increasing rodent–human contact and spillover risk, raising the potential for larger outbreaks without stronger monitoring.

Hantavirus in Africa: why climate change, rats and weak surveillance are worrying scientists

Weak surveillance and climate change could allow deadly hantaviruses to spread unnoticed across African countries, raising the risk of future outbreaks.

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Nature has spent billions of years solving problems. UF researchers are exploring how those solutions can inspire the next wave of innovation. 🌎 Their work is helping launch a new field called “ecotech.” Read more: news.clas.ufl.edu/ecotech-uf-r...

UF Health’s Craniofacial Center uses early molding and feeding support to stabilize infants with cleft lip or palate before surgery. An interdisciplinary creates personalized plans, uses in‑house NAM fabrication, and helps families navigate long-term care with confidence.

Solving the Cleft-Palate Puzzle - Explore Magazine

Early teamwork at the UF Health Craniofacial Center helps align tiny faces.

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Rachel Fu is leading UF’s Eric Friedheim Tourism Institute into a new era powered by AI, robotics and Big Data. Fu’s work is reshaping how the hospitality industry learns, grows and prepares for the future.

Witnessing the suffering of young cancer patients convinced Elias Sayour that traditional treatments were too crude and costly in human terms.

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As wildfires continue to strike across Florida, keeping the public in the know is an important effort. We are proud to recognize the amazing job SFFGS alumna Ludie Bond, Ph.D. is doing as the public information officer and wildlife mitigation specialist for the Florida Forest Service.

From climate science to health and culture, UF faculty are shaping global understanding through public scholarship. 30 million reads on @us.theconversation.com highlights the impact of accessible, research-driven storytelling.

A UF astronomer contributed to the largest 3D map of the universe ever created, spanning 47 million+ galaxies and quasars. The dataset is helping scientists better understand dark energy and the expansion of the universe. Read more: news.clas.ufl.edu/uf-astronome...