Biology Researchers Lead Technology-Driven Seagrass Restoration Projects in Florida A team of professors and graduate students is leading projects to restore Florida 鶹Ʒ Ss seagrass meadows by providing innovative approaches that can be replicated in coastal ecosystems worldwide.
鶹Ʒ SShore Wars: 鶹Ʒ S New Research Aims to Resolve Coastal Conflict Between Oysters and Mangroves, Aiding Restoration Efforts The newly published research analyzes how the proliferation of mangroves affects soil acidity and the health of oysters, which are equally critical to protecting Florida 鶹Ʒ Ss coasts.
UCF Biology Researchers Win Awards From NOAA to Support Critical Coastal Work The College of Sciences and UCF Coastal receive $2.3 million for innovative coastal ecosystem research, including solutions to marine debris.
STEM Students Hone Research Skills Through UCF 鶹Ʒ Ss Research Experience for Undergraduates Programs UCF 鶹Ʒ Ss Center for Research in Computer Vision, led by Professor Mubarak Shah, has the nation 鶹Ʒ Ss longest-running REU program, continuously operating for 37 years.
UCF Biology Student Wins Statewide Aylesworth Scholarship Luciana Banquero is the newest recipient of the notable scholarship, which recognizes the 鶹Ʒ Sbest and brightest 鶹Ʒ S in marine science.
UCF Coastal and Estuarine Ecology Lab Receives Disney Grant, Continues Restoration Research The competitive $100,000 grant from Disney provides fresh funds for the lab 鶹Ʒ Ss conservation work, while attracting top science talent from around the U.S. through undergraduate research experiences.
Florida Academy of Sciences Names UCF Biologist as 2021 Medalist The award recognizes Linda Walters for her contributions to science and outstanding efforts to share that knowledge with the public.
New Book Sounds Alarm About Invasive Plant Species Spreading Throughout Florida 鶹Ʒ SSilent Takeover! Invasive Plants in Florida” is biology Professor Linda Walters’ latest book project for children. The free books warn about plants that are causing havoc to our environment.
UCF Teams Up with Teachers to Educate Students on GIS, Drones University of Central Florida professors of geographic information systems and biology teamed up Wednesday to take GIS technology and drones into Florida classrooms for 5th grade…
Non-traditional Student Trades Computers for Career In Conservation Biology After a 27-year career in software development, Orlando, Fla. resident Suzanne Connor faced a real challenge. The mother of two was laid off. 鶹Ʒ SMy last…