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Combination of Two Common Compounds Improves COVID Survival in Mice, UF Researchers Find

Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered the combination of Lactoferrin, a protein found in cow and human milk, and diphenhydramine, an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms, increased resilience of mice towards the virus that causes COVID-19.

UF Brain Institute Receives $1 Million for Stroke Research Project

The University of Florida’s McKnight Brain Institute received $1 million to support a stroke research project. The funds are part of UF President Ben Sasse’s $10.9 million strategic funding initiative aimed at boosting the university's position as a leader in critical research. The funds will be used to launch a new project that utilizes AI to improve stroke treatments.

UF Innovate hosted a reception for Dr. Juan Gilbert on Thursday, November 30th. The reception was to celebrate Dr. Gilbert receiving the National Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Joe Biden.

Tech Tuesday – Cherie Stabler

In this week's Tech Tuesday for WCJB TV20, UF Innovate's Melanie Morón interviews Cherie Stabler, researcher and professor in the UF Department of Biomedical Engineering, who is conducting research on a possible cure for type 1 diabetes.

President’s Office Announces $10.9 Million for Third Round of Strategic Funding Awardees

UF President Ben Sasse announced a third round of strategic funding, which will see $10.9 million spread across 10 new projects aimed at solidifying UF's standing as a national research leader.

A 2023 Hurricane Season Success Story: Cedar Key’s Living Shorelines Bolster Resilient Community

Living shorelines, made of organic materials, are being used to defend coastal communities threatened by the effects of hurricanes.

Enterade Partners With 7-Time Olympic Medalist and Cancer Survivor Shannon Miller

UF Innovate startup company Enterade has teamed up with 7-time Olympic medalist, gymnast, and cancer survivor Shannon Miller to promote their non-prescription medical drink as a key part of the chemotherapy healing and recovery process.

Study Provides Preliminary Evidence in Favor of a New Type 1 Diabetes Treatment

Researchers have discovered preliminary evidence for a new type 1 diabetes treatment using the drug DFMO, supplied by UF startup Panbela Therapeutics.

UF Startup RedoxBlox Receives Funding From California Energy Commission as Part of Long-Duration Energy Storage Project

UF startup RedoxBlox recently received $8,936,778 in funding from the California Energy Commission aimed at improving resilience and reliability among low-income and disadvantaged communities.

Combination of Two Common Compounds Improves COVID Survival in Mice, UF Researchers Find

UF researchers have discovered a combination of two over-the-counter compounds that may significantly improve the recovery of patients infected with COVID-19. Studies in mice have been successful, with the health of test subjects improving significantly or ending in full recovery.

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