Targeting Protein Restores Aging Blood Cells, UF Researchers Find
UF researchers have discovered a way to prevent chronic inflammation that harms blood stem cells in the bone marrow, weakens the immune system, and reduces chemotherapy effectiveness.
Cannabix Technologies Announces Key Hardware Advancements to Marijuana Breathalyzer Technology
UF startup Cannabix Technologies Inc., developer of marijuana and alcohol breath testing devices, has announced that it has made significant updates to its Cannabix Marijuana Breathalyzer technology to meet suggested emerging regulatory requirements in preparation for marketing.
Genascence Announces Six-Month Results From Phase 1b DONATELLO Trial Indicating GNSC-001 Was Safe and Well Tolerated Across Multiple Dosing Arms
UF startup Genascence Corporation, a clinical-stage biotechnology company revolutionizing the treatment of prevalent musculoskeletal diseases with gene therapy, announced positive interim safety and biomarker results from the Phase 1b DONATELLO clinical trial evaluating GNSC-001.
Researchers Explore Breakthrough Approach To Combat Devastating Citrus Greening Disease
UF researchers are testing a new citrus tree that fights the insects causing citrus greening, offering hope for Florida’s struggling citrus industry.
NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and Florida Universities Unite To Propel Space Exploration
The University of Florida is partnering with NASA’s Kennedy Space Center through the Florida University Space Research Consortium to advance space exploration and strengthen Florida’s leadership in the global aerospace industry.
Solid Biosciences Announces FDA IND Clearance for First-in-Industry Dual Route of Administration Gene Therapy To Treat Both Neurologic and Cardiac Manifestations of Friedreich’s Ataxia
Solid Biosciences Inc., a biotechnology company that acquired UF startup AavantiBio, announced that the U.S. FDA has cleared its Investigational New Drug application for SGT-212 for the treatment of Friedreich’s ataxia.
Atsena Therapeutics Initiates Part B of Phase I/II Clinical Trial Evaluating Gene Therapy ATSN-201 To Treat X-Linked Retinoschisis
UF startup Atsena Therapeutics, a clinical-stage gene therapy company specializing in genetic medicine to reverse or prevent blindness, has announced the initiation of Part B of the LIGHTHOUSE study, a Phase I/II clinical trial evaluating the subretinal injection of ATSN-201 for treating XLRS.
Tech Tuesday: University of Florida Gator Robotics Team Design and Build BattleBots
In this week’s Tech Tuesday, UF Innovate host Bethany Gaffey interviews Brooks Silber from the UF Gator Robotics team to learn about BattleBots.
Herbicide Threatens Manatee Immune Systems, UF Study Finds
A University of Florida study focusing on manatees’ immune systems reveals how glyphosate, the world’s most commonly used herbicide, may threaten manatee health in an environment increasingly impacted by human activities.
How To Avoid Winter Viruses: UF EPI Expert Talks RSV, Flu and COVID-19
UF researcher Frederick Southwick discusses the increased prevalence of respiratory viruses—influenza, COVID-19, and RSV—during the winter in Florida and provides tips on how to avoid them.