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UF Study: Deadly Rat Lungworm Parasite Has Spread to Invasive Cuban Treefrogs in Florida

University of Florida researchers report that the rat lungworm parasite, which can cause deadly disease in humans and in animals, has been found in a new host in Florida with its discovery in Cuban treefrogs, an invasive species.

TearClear Announces Initiation of TC-002 Latanoprost Ophthalmic Solution Phase 3 Trial

TearClear has announced the TC-002 phase 3 trial has been successfully initiated. TearClear’s phase 3 trial (CLEAR Study) is a prospective, double-masked, randomized, multicenter, active-controlled, parallel-group, 3-month study assessing the safety and ocular hypotensive efficacy of TC-002 ophthalmic solution (TearClear Preservative-Free Latanoprost Ophthalmic Solution 0.005%) compared to marketed Latanoprost ophthalmic solution 0.005%.

Mobile Eye Care Clinic Offering Free Exams, Glasses to Boston Students

Many people have put off medical care during the pandemic and that includes eye exams for children. But on Tuesday, the doctor -- funded by UF startup AGTC -- went to the students at one Boston school.

UF Research Spending at Record $960 Million in 2021

University of Florida faculty conducted a record $960 million in research during fiscal year 2021, according to data submitted to the National Science Foundation last week.

Sharks: From Mortal Foes to Medical Inspiration

UF researcher Anthony Brennan's discovery that the pattern of sharkskin prevents bacteria from adhering has led to the development of company Sharklet's Foley catheter and wound dressing.

Cannabix Technologies Develops Version 4.0 of THC Breath Analyzer Device

UF startup Cannabix Technologies Inc., developer of marijuana breathalyzer devices for law enforcement and the workplace has reported that it has assembled its version 4.0 THC Breath Analyzer (“THCBA”) prototype and portable system for field use.

Chip Designer Mimicking Brain, Backed by Sam Altman, Gets $25 M Funding

Rain Neuromorphics Inc., a UF startup designing chips that mimic the way the brain works and aims to serve companies using artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, said it raised $25 million.

‘More Than a Grade for Your Hard Work’: Students Learn & Earn with FlashMonkey Software

Flashmonkey Inc., a software development company located at UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub, released version 1.2.1 of its software. The product is a scientifically-based online learning platform that helps both students and educators organize and monetize their notes and lectures.

USDA Grant To Enhance UF/IFAS Vanilla Research, Promote Domestic Industry

Alan Chambers, an assistant professor and plant geneticist at UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC) has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to foster a domestic vanilla production industry.

StartGNV Announces Innovation Ecosystem Award Winners

At StartGNV's first in-person CelebrateGNV since 2019, UF startup Agriculture Intelligence received the $5,000 Rising Star Startup Award.

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