National Academy of Inventors Announces 2021 Fellows
The National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has elected 164 prolific academic innovators from across the world to NAI Fellow status. This includes Dr. Subrata Roy, a University of Florida professor in the department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The 2021 new Fellows will be inducted at the Fellows Induction Ceremony at the 11th Annual Meeting of the National Academy of Inventors this upcoming June 14-15, in Phoenix, Arizona
Dean Elected to the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida
The dean of the College of Design, Construction and Planning at the University of Florida, Chimay Anumba, Ph.D., has been elected to the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida.
Atlantic Beach Trying Traps Designed for Military To Swat out Mosquitos at Local Parks
Mosquito season is here, and it’s only going to get worse as we head into the wetter months. Before it gets too bad, one local city is taking steps to take out as many mosquitos as it can. Crews are putting up INZECTO mosquito traps in Atlantic Beach that were actually created by a University of Florida professor.
Dr. Christine Schmidt: Biomedical Engineer and Florida Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee
Dr. Christine Schmidt talks with host James Di Virgilio about her research in biochemically processed nerve grafts and what inspires her as an innovator: “When you think about innovation and invention, be open to the fact that what you're doing may have applications in different spaces and that you may take turns and enjoying those turns versus resisting. Those turns may lead you to some interesting pathways.”
New Context for Understanding Citrus Greening Renews Commitment to Finding a Viable Solution
Sometimes in science, a new perspective brings an “a ha!” moment. That’s what one senior researcher at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences believes happened with his latest research on Huanglongbing (HLB), or citrus greening.
National Academy of Engineering Selects Professor Michele Manuel for Highest Professional Honor
The National Academy of Engineering has elected UF professor Michele Manuel, Ph.D., to join the organization’s ranks, among the highest professional honors in engineering for those who have distinguished themselves in academia, private industry, or government agencies.
One Giant Leap for Squid-Kind: Why NASA Launched Tiny Sea Creatures Into Space
NASA launched dozens of baby Hawaiian bobtail squid into space for scientific research on how to further preserve astronauts' health during long space missions.
Mighty Battle: Artificial Intelligence Takes On the Two-Spotted Spider Mite
University of Florida scientists have developed a smartphone app to detect two-spotted spider mites. With quicker detection, the system would help growers get a leg up on the notorious plant pest for which most spray regularly.
Florida Inventors Hall of Fame Announces 2021 Inductees
Seven Florida Inventors whose discoveries are saving lives, transforming the environment, and creating new technologies, will be inducted as the 2021 Class of the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame.
