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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’s conservation work, while attracting top science talent from around the U.S. through undergraduate research experiences.

‘CBS This Morning: Saturday’ Features UCF Professor’s Work With Oysters, Climate Change

The segment covers some of Pegasus Professor Linda Walters’ work with coastal conservation in Florida and its relation to environmental health nationally.

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

“Silent 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.

Racing to Save the Indian River Lagoon

From red tide to runoff to microplastics, the Indian River Lagoon faces many threats.

UCF Biologists Partner with Special Needs Advocate Group to Help Local Waterways

A group of conservation biologists and a non-profit agency that advocates for individuals with special needs are partnering to help keep local waterways healthy. UCF…

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. “My last…

UCF Professor Earns National Award for Inspiring Students to Pursue STEM

Julie Delauriers squarely blames UCF Biology professor Linda Walters for where she is in her career today – attending one of the best veterinary schools…

UCF Lands $1.6 Million NSF Grant

A scientific answer to a challenge such as water pollution is only part of a long-term solution. For example, science may provide a way to…

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