Daring to Boldly Invent the Future: Florida’s Next-Generation Preeminent University UCF has achieved 12 metrics to earn the state’s highest designation — a credit to the university community’s talents and dedication.
Biology Professor, Computer Science Students Create Teaching Game About Parasitic Wasps The Crawling Dead, an interdisciplinary project that was released on PC gaming platform Steam last week, aims to educate players about the benefits of parasitic wasps in natural environments.
Biology Researchers Lead Technology-Driven Seagrass Restoration Projects in Florida A team of professors and graduate students is leading projects to restore Florida’s seagrass meadows by providing innovative approaches that can be replicated in coastal ecosystems worldwide.
How UCF’s National Center for Forensic Science Helps Solve Crimes Through a multidisciplinary team, the center advances crime-related research from DNA analysis to chemical assessment of trace evidence.
UCF Welcomes Outstanding First-Year Class, Launches New Engineering, Technology Degrees A new freshman class arrives ready to learn and grow at a university boldly daring to invent the future.
UCF Researcher Helps Confirm Genetic Restoration Success for Florida Panthers A new study, co-authored by UCF Assistant Professor of Biology Robert Fitak, reveals that the 1990s translocation of Texas pumas improved the Florida panther’s genetic health while preserving its unique ancestry, offering insights for future conservation efforts.
Journalism Student Accelerates a Career in Sports Media with NASCAR First-generation UCF student Allyson Castillo is helping shape the digital future of motorsport through NASCAR’s content team.
2 Knights Honored With Forbes’ 50 Over 50 Award The honorees include a modeling and simulation faculty member who is a VR pioneer, as well as an alumna who has made impacts in tech, TV, and startup funding.
‘Shore Wars:’ 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’s coasts.
UCF Launches Institute of Artificial Intelligence to Advance Research, Talent Development Across Disciplines The new university-wide initiative brings together top faculty, industry partnerships and cross-campus collaboration to position UCF as a national leader in AI.
