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Florida First Responders Raise $70K for Cancer Research
Acts of KindnessJul 23

Florida First Responders Raise $70K for Cancer Research

Thousands packed a Florida ballpark to watch firefighters and sheriff's deputies play softball for charity. The friendly rivalry raised an unexpected $70,000 for cancer research and at-risk youth. #

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Florida Researchers Turn Beach Nuisance Into Food Ingredient
InnovationMay 19

Florida Researchers Turn Beach Nuisance Into Food Ingredient

Scientists at Florida State University have figured out how to transform pelagic sargassum, the smelly seaweed that smothers beaches and costs millions to clean up, into a valuable food ingredient. The breakthrough could turn a $35 million annual problem into a sustainable solution.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Florida Invests $1M in HIV Cure Research at Miami Lab
Videos6d ago

Florida Invests $1M in HIV Cure Research at Miami Lab

Scientists at the University of Miami are turning muscle cells into HIV-fighting antibody factories, thanks to a $1 million state investment that could change lives for millions. The breakthrough research is now heading to clinical trials.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Florida Lawyer Bets $1M on Super Bowl for Cancer Research
Acts of KindnessFeb 6

Florida Lawyer Bets $1M on Super Bowl for Cancer Research

A Florida attorney just wagered $1 million on the Seattle Seahawks to win Super Bowl 60, promising to donate all winnings to pediatric cancer research. If the bet pays off, over $434,000 will go directly to fighting childhood cancer.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Florida Scientists Find 3 New Bacteria in Rare Whales
Global NewsFeb 20

Florida Scientists Find 3 New Bacteria in Rare Whales

Researchers studying stranded pygmy sperm whales off Florida's coast discovered three never-before-seen bacteria types, opening a window into the hidden health of one of the ocean's most mysterious creatures. The 20-year study reveals how much we still don't know about life beneath the waves.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Eckerd College Students Present 83 Research Projects
Community HeroesMay 7

Eckerd College Students Present 83 Research Projects

A Florida college celebrated student achievement across every field from marine biology to Shakespeare. The inaugural Student Showcase Week gave dozens of undergrads their first chance to present research to industry leaders.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Florida Poly and Taiwan University Partner on STEM Future
InnovationMar 8

Florida Poly and Taiwan University Partner on STEM Future

Florida's only STEM-focused university just teamed up with a leading Taiwanese tech school to supercharge innovation and create new opportunities for students on both sides of the Pacific. The five-year partnership opens doors for research collaboration, student exchanges, and real-world solutions in engineering and advanced manufacturing.

Google News - Innovation Technology2 min read
15 Beagles Find Freedom After Rescue From Research Lab
Acts of KindnessMay 10

15 Beagles Find Freedom After Rescue From Research Lab

Fifteen beagles rescued from a Wisconsin research facility arrived at a Florida shelter ready to experience life as pets for the first time. After years in cages, these dogs are learning to eat from bowls, walk on grass, and trust humans who want to love them.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Florida Trees Cut Hurricane Wind Damage to Homes by 50%
Planet WinsJun 6

Florida Trees Cut Hurricane Wind Damage to Homes by 50%

New research from Florida International University shows that strategically planted trees can slash hurricane wind pressure on homes by up to 50%. The breakthrough could help homeowners, insurers, and cities build stronger hurricane defenses.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Florida Scientists Create First Drug to Target Lung Cancer
Health & WellnessJul 17

Florida Scientists Create First Drug to Target Lung Cancer

Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered the first compound that effectively targets a specific protein that drives lung cancer, potentially opening new treatment options for patients. After screening nearly 700 molecules, they found one that kills cancer cells 100 to 200 times more selectively than existing options.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Florida Finds Mite That Eats Two Strawberry Pests
SolutionsFeb 25

Florida Finds Mite That Eats Two Strawberry Pests

University of Florida researchers discovered a predator mite that naturally controls two destructive strawberry pests at once. This tiny helper could save farmers money while protecting crops without harsh chemicals.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Scientists Launch Independent Autism Research Group
SolutionsMar 20

Scientists Launch Independent Autism Research Group

Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.

STAT News3 min read
Florida Poly and Taiwan Tech Partner to Advance STEM
InnovationFeb 26

Florida Poly and Taiwan Tech Partner to Advance STEM

Florida Polytechnic University just launched a partnership with Taiwan's National Chin-Yi University of Technology to supercharge STEM innovation on two continents. Students and professors at both schools will now swap research, ideas, and cutting-edge solutions for tomorrow's biggest tech challenges.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Florida's Sea Turtle Plates Raised $10M Since 1998
Planet WinsJul 18

Florida's Sea Turtle Plates Raised $10M Since 1998

An adorable sea turtle license plate design has funded Florida's endangered species conservation for over 25 years. The $23 annual fee generates millions for beach monitoring, research, and rehabilitation programs that save lives.

Good Good Good2 min read
Florida Scientist Breaks Stereotypes in Viral Everglades Work
VideosFeb 4

Florida Scientist Breaks Stereotypes in Viral Everglades Work

A tattooed microbiologist studying wetland soil in the Everglades is going viral for showing that scientists don't have to look a certain way. His research on floc could reveal how human activity has changed one of Florida's most important ecosystems.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
Florida Trees Cut Hurricane Roof Damage by 50%
VideosJun 15

Florida Trees Cut Hurricane Roof Damage by 50%

New research shows common Florida trees can slash hurricane wind force on homes in half when positioned correctly. The breakthrough gives homeowners a powerful new tool to protect their property.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Florida Drag Queen Tags Sharks to Fund LGBTQ+ Youth Center
Acts of KindnessMay 29

Florida Drag Queen Tags Sharks to Fund LGBTQ+ Youth Center

Miss Toto combines drag performances with shark tagging research on the water, raising money for Florida's LGBTQ+ youth. Her annual Drag N' Tag event turns marine conservation into a celebration that supports Pridelines community center.

Good Good Good2 min read
Scientists Launch Tool to Fix Research's Trust Problem
SolutionsMar 17

Scientists Launch Tool to Fix Research's Trust Problem

A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.

STAT News2 min read
New AI Cuts Research Time for Scientists Worldwide
InnovationApr 14

New AI Cuts Research Time for Scientists Worldwide

Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Chinese AI Agent Tops Global Research Benchmark
InnovationJul 22

Chinese AI Agent Tops Global Research Benchmark

A new AI system from China's Zhejiang University just claimed the top spot on an international test for autonomous scientific research, beating out major competitors. The breakthrough shows how AI is getting better at thinking through complex research problems independently.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read

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