Ribbeting Discovery: UCF Researchers Find New Frog Species A UCF student was part of the team that discovered a new frog species in Ecuador. WKMG News 6
UCF’s Apollo-Era Roots Remain Strong as New Era of Space Exploration Unfolds UCF has played an integral role in the development of space exploration missions and the space industry since its founding in 1963. WKMG News 6
UCF Students Design Virtual Reality Software for PTSD Treatment UCF students are using virtual reality software to create new tools that can be used in treating post-traumatic stress disorder in veterans, first responders and others. WFTV Channel 9
UCF Picked to Win Third Consecutive American Athletic Conference Football Title This is the first time UCF has been picked to win the AAC in the preseason media poll. Orlando Sentinel
PedsAcademy: A First-of-its-Kind In-Hospital School UCF's PedsAcademy at Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando is a first-of-its-kind program that offers STEM education to hospitalized children. WNDU
How UCF Police Officers Respond When Encountering Those with Mental Health Issues UCF Police received special training to better understand best practices in handling situations on campus involving mental health. WESH
UCF’s Limbitless Solutions Partners with 3-D Manufacturer The new multi-year agreement with Israeli manufacturer Stratasys will help Limbitless to increase production of bionic arms for children. Orlando Sentinel
Rapid Dopamine Detector Shows Brain Disorders in Seconds UCF researchers have developed the first ever rapid detector for dopamine, a break through that could help patients with depression or Parkinson's disease more effectively monitor their condition. WNDU
UCF Seeks to Create a Needle Exchange Program for Drug Users UCF's College of Medicine wants to give clean needles in exchange for dirty needles in an effort to reduce the number of HIV cases. WFTV Channel 9