Fixel Institute Becomes the First National Ataxia Foundation Center of Excellence in Florida
The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) announces the recognition of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Disease at UF Health as a NAF Ataxia Center of Excellence (CoE), making it the first CoE in the state of Florida and one of 15 nationwide.
Dmitry Rinberg on the Mysteries of Smell
"Don't miss this fascinating interview with Dmitry Rinberg, Co-founder and Chief Science Advisor of Canaery, a resident of UF Innovate | Accelerate, as he explores the mysteries of smell with Vasant Dhar. Join AI-pioneer Vasant Dhar as he hosts 'Brave New World' and discover the transformation of humanity by machines in the post-COVID era. The conversation will touch on various topics such as work, health, faith, emotional well-being, government, democracy, and freedom."
Slice Engineering Mosquito Prime Hotend Targets Speed and Reliability in 3D Printing
Florida-based Slice Engineering has launched the Mosquito Prime hotend, catering to the increasing demand for faster and more reliable 3D printing. The hotend offers improved thermal engineering and lightweight construction for high-flow extrusion and consistent high-quality prints.
Finding Fires With Lightning Speed
To address this urgent problem, Fire Neural Network (FNN), a company based in Gainesville, Florida, is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite the identification of devastating wildfires from 24 hours to just 40 seconds.
You’re More Than the Phone in Your Hand: Entrepreneurial Hack of the Week
In a world where technology reigns supreme, concerns about AI's threat to jobs and the erosion of human relationships have reached a tipping point. But what if there's a genius hack to strike the perfect balance? In this thought-provoking article, Karl LaPan, Director of UF Innovate Accelerate, unravels the intricate relationship between technology, AI, and our fundamental need for genuine human connection.
Tech Tuesday: Monarch Design Group
In this week’s Tech Tuesday, our friends at UF Innovate and SCAD Media interview Barnett Chenault, the president of Monarch Design Group. They discuss how Monarch Design Group uses virtual reality in their work process, allowing clients to see their ideas come to life. Barnett shares his thoughts on the future of architectural technologies, 3D printing, sustainable technology, and the increasing role of AI.
Aurigo Software Partners With University of Florida To Develop Cutting-Edge Solution for Underwater Projects
Aurigo Software, the leading provider of capital planning and construction management software for infrastructure and private owners, is partnering with the University of Florida’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering to develop a revolutionary system for underwater surveying, mapping, and inspection, provisionally named Bathydrone.
MLM Biologics Developing Wound Infection Prevention Device for Military
MLM Biologics Inc., a graduate company of Sid Martin Biotech, has been awarded nearly $1.5 million by the US Army to develop a device that prevents infection in battlefield wounds. The device will utilize MLM Biologic's collagen processing and stabilization technologies. The focus is on preventing infection in complex, traumatic injuries in austere environments. The company plans to incorporate their proprietary technologies and proven anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial components, with potential civilian use in the future.
Climbing a New Path Allows Chemists To Ascend Cancer’s Steepest Research Challenges
The cancer gene MYC has been called the “Mount Everest” of cancer research because of the difficulty of designing medications that can disable it, and the expectation that an effective MYC drug could help so many cancer patients. A collaboration among RNA scientists, chemists and cancer biologists in Florida and Germany has climbed that peak, while opening new routes to summit other similarly hard-to-treat diseases.
Tech Tuesday: Slice Engineering
This week's Tech Tuesday features UF Innovate | Accelerate resident client Slice Engineering, which is developing a new wave of design and production in the growing field of 3D printing.
