The Brain’s Brake Pedal (UF Pharmacy)
UF researchers have worked to identify and characterize a potential natural “brake pedal,” a molecule that may slow a brain enzyme linked to hallucinations and pave the way for a new class of drugs to treat schizophrenia.
Scientists Reveal Novel Therapeutic Approach to Combat Pathogens Like Salmonella (UF/IFAS blog)
A UF study led by Mariola Ferraro has identified a promising strategy to prevent pathogens from hijacking a key component of cellular machinery, revealing a novel therapeutic approach to combat infections.
BME Ph.D. Candidate Awarded NIH F31 NINDS Fellowship (UF BME)
UF researcher Clinton Smith, Ph.D. candidate in the Lewis Lab, received a National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) F31 Individual Predoctoral Fellowship for his project.
Alchem Laboratories and Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance Antimicrobial Programs (Newswires)
UF Innovate | Accelerate client company Alchem Laboratories and Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation announced the formation of a strategic alliance to explore and advance joint initiatives in the fields of antimicrobials and essential medicine therapeutics, improving supply chain resiliency.
Tech Tuesday: University of Florida Lab Working To Eliminate Forever Chemicals From Water (WCJB TV20)
In this week’s Tech Tuesday, UF Innovate spotlights Dr. Joshua Moon and his University of Florida lab, which is developing new technologies to eliminate forever chemicals from water.
LightPath Technologies Marks 40 Years of Innovation in Optical and Infrared Solutions (Newswires)
UF startup LightPath Technologies celebrates 40 years of innovation, delivering advanced imaging technologies for defense, industrial, automotive, and medical markets.
LightPath Technologies Secures $18.2 Million Purchase Order To Supply Advanced Infrared Camera Systems (PR Newswire)
UF startup LightPath Technologies announced it has secured an $18.2 million purchase order with a leading global technology customer related to the supply of advanced infrared camera systems in CY 2026.
A Year After Liftoff: UF Scientist Reflects on Historic Space Flight and the Future of Biology Beyond Earth (UF News)
One year after UF researcher Rob Ferl’s groundbreaking Blue Origin suborbital flight, he and collaborator Anna-Lisa Paul continue to reflect on how the mission has shaped their research and advanced the culture of space science.
UF Health To Continue Caring for Team USA Athletes Through 2028 Under Extended Agreement (UF Health)
UF will continue providing expert medical care to Team USA athletes through the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games under an extended agreement with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee.
Tech Tuesday: New App Aims To Help Florida Residents and Tourists Locate Safe Beaches (WCJB TV20)
In this week’s Tech Tuesday, UF Innovate spotlights BloomSight, a platform using predictive algorithms to help Florida residents and tourists avoid harmful algal blooms and stay safe in the water.