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UCF scientist sends blood clotting research to International Space Station
May 12, 2026
A University of Central Florida scientist's experiment studying blood clotting launches to the International Space Station this month. The research aims to understand how microgravity affects bone marrow cell function with hopes for both astronaut safety and new treatments back home.
Read more →Universal Destinations & Experiences and UCF announce new school for themed entertainment leadership
May 11, 2026
Universal Destinations & Experiences has partnered with University of Central Florida to launch a new school focused on developing leaders in themed entertainment. Supported by $10 million from Universal Destinations & Experiences, this initiative combines creativity with technology through hands-on labs within UCF's Rosen College.
Read more →UCF’s criminal justice professional track sees first graduate enter law enforcement
May 8, 2026
Latrell Sam-German has become the first graduate of UCF's new criminal justice professional track program. Completing both academic requirements and state certification allowed him immediate entry into law enforcement with Orlando Police Department.
Read more →UCF researchers develop DNA biosensor inspired by cephalopods for faster detection
May 8, 2026
University of Central Florida researchers have developed a new DNA-based biosensor inspired by cephalopods like squids and octopuses. The system uses flexible DNA 'tentacles' to actively capture target molecules more quickly than traditional methods.
Read more →UCF graduate expands high school research program, students advance to international competition
May 8, 2026
Will Furiosi has grown Oviedo High School's research program significantly since taking over seven years ago. With strong mentorship from University of Central Florida faculty members, three student projects were recognized at a regional science fair—and those students are advancing to an international competition.
Read more →John Weishampel appointed dean of UCF College of Graduate Studies
May 7, 2026
John Weishampel has been named permanent dean of University of Central Florida's College of Graduate Studies after serving as interim since July 2024. His appointment follows a national search process led by university officials with input from campus stakeholders.
Read more →UCF engineering students win national ASME competition with human-powered vehicle
May 7, 2026
University of Central Florida mechanical engineering students claimed first place at a national human-powered vehicle competition held on campus. Their senior design project won top honors at an event testing speed, safety and innovation among university teams nationwide.
Read more →UCF students receive all scholarships at Creative South design conference
May 7, 2026
University of Central Florida students earned all four scholarships presented at this year’s Creative South conference. Participants described how mentorships and networking at the event are opening doors for their future careers.
Read more →UCF and Orlando Health sports physical therapy residency highlights achievements of current and past residents
May 6, 2026
UCF announced its latest class accepted into an exclusive sports physical therapy residency run jointly with Orlando Health. The story features insights from current residents Alvaro Zapata and Tsianna Barnwell as well as recent graduate Jeremy Wydra.
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