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UCF Launches 1st Planetary and Space Sciences Ph.D. Program in Florida

The interdisciplinary program will prepare STEM students for in-demand scientific careers in data, physical, geological, and atmospheric fields across government agencies, the private sector, and academic and research institutions.

The Science Behind Star Formation: UCF Professor Studying D2H+ Ions in Extreme Conditions

Physics Professor Viatcheslav Kokoouline is investigating the dissociative recombination of D2H+ ions to understand how stars form, the origins of water and life in the universe, and potential technological applications.

UCF Physics Professor Works to Uncover the Universe’s History, One Rock at a Time

From microscopic dust collected by spacecrafts to meteorites that land on Earth, UCF Associate Professor of Physics Ryan Ogliore is studying rocks from space to uncover the history of our solar system and the universe beyond.

UCF First-Generation Student Is Finding Her Place in Space

Charting her own course through aerospace engineering and physics, first-generation student Kaaliyah McGaughy is proving that curiosity and determination can launch anyone toward their dreams.

Research in 60 Seconds: Exploring Lunar Landscapes

Associate Professor of Physics Kerri Donaldson Hanna’s research will use imaging technology to investigate how mysterious volcanic features formed on the celestial body.

UCF Biology Professor’s Research Links Warming Migratory Temperatures to Decline in Monarch Butterfly Population

Professor of Biology Ken Fedorka and his team are investigating monarch butterflies’ migration, reproduction and increasing mortality, highlighting the need for more data to guide conservation efforts.

Tackling a Bigger Purpose

UCF Hall of Famer Shaquem Griffin ’16 made the “impossible” possible as a football player. He’s now working with smartARM to make AI-driven prosthetics more accessible and affordable for people around the world.

UCF Researchers Developing Easy-to-Use Viral Biosensor Test — Giving Patients More Accurate, Immediate Results

An interdisciplinary team of UCF researchers is creating a single low-cost test to detect HIV and Hepatitis B and C simultaneously, which may save lives in resource-limited settings.

5 Things to Know About Space Settlement

Ramses Ramirez, physics assistant professor, discusses key factors researchers will plan for future outer space outposts.

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.

UCF in the News

Do Robots Love Their Customers? Automated Restaurants Face Human Issues.

The New York Times

Fact Check: False Claim the Moon Was Too Bright to Land on

USA Today

Is Your Hospitality Business Ready for a Robot?

Harvard Business Review

Brine it, Bag it, Fry it, Smoke it: A Century of Thanksgiving Turkeys

The Washington Post

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UCF Volleyball sv. Iowa State 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Pegasus String Quartet, featuring guest cellist David Bjella 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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Community Climb 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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