UCF Biology Researchers Win Awards From NOAA to Support Critical Coastal Work The College of Sciences and UCF Coastal receive $2.3 million for innovative coastal ecosystem research, including solutions to marine debris.
UCF Biology Student Wins Statewide Aylesworth Scholarship Luciana Banquero is the newest recipient of the notable scholarship, which recognizes the “best and brightest” in marine science.
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.
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…
Workshop to Teach About Dangers of Invasive Lionfish Responding to a venomous lionfish invasion in Florida’s coastal waters, UCF will co-host a community workshop Thursday, June 18, about the species that’s threatening native…
31 UCF Women Recognized During National Women’s History Month Thirty-one remarkable women are being honored this month by UCF’s Center for Success of Women Faculty as part of National Women’s History Month. The 2015…
Volunteers Sought to Restore Eroding Shorelines, Help Oysters in Lagoon UCF Biology professor Linda Walters is looking for help this summer for a variety of community projects to help restore eroding shorelines with native plants…
App Aims to Prevent Boat Mishaps, Protect Mosquito Lagoon UCF is banking that technology in the hands of water enthusiasts will help protect the Mosquito Lagoon’s fragile ecosystem in Brevard and Volusia counties. REEL…
Bill Advances Requiring Florida Public School Students to Be Proficient in Cursive Central Florida Public Media