As UCF’s graduate programs continue to rise, they reinforce the university’s role as a national leader preparing professionals to tackle society’s most urgent challenges.

Using human-on-a-chip technology, UCF researchers reveal that movement-related Alzheimer’s symptoms may start in the body’s nerves and muscles.

UCF’s first-place finish at the 2026 Southeast Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition marks its ninth since 2013.

The international honor recognizes the trustee chair professor’s contributions to optical glass and infrared materials that power next-generation technologies.

Deneé Lichtenberg is advancing new methods for recovering rare earth metals — groundbreaking work she’ll continue at Los Alamos National Laboratory.

With 95% of testicular cancer survivors surviving, two health sciences researchers are exploring interventions for Florida patients that includes low-impact activity, wearable technology and online support sessions.

The Orlando Sentinel recognizes the UCF RESTORES executive director for leadership in trauma treatment and first responder care.

The pivotal investment closes a $30 million private-funding campaign, which together with $43 million from the State of Florida, has brought a bold vision for the College of Nursing’s new home to life.

Business alum Raymond Smithberger ’02MBA created the Katherine Crock Memorial Scholarship to remove financial barriers and help others define their own paths to success.

Justin Press ’24 is preparing to launch Hire Match AI, an analytics tool designed to improve hiring insights and help job seekers get past AI resume filters.

As a mosquito-borne virus expert, UCF Assistant Professor James Earnest is leveraging his knowledge to lead two research projects studying immune responses to the dengue and Zika viruses.

UCF qualified for the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Concrete Canoe Competition national finals after a stellar showing at the Southeast regional competition.