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Congratulations COS staff on all of your hard work
The Dean and the College of Sciences would like to congratulate staff on their loyal service. The event this year to honor these employees is being held today, Tuesday, August 14 at 3pm in the UCF Arena. Please try to attend and be sure to take a moment to congratulate your colleagues. Staff Service Awards […]
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Save the Date: UCF Grad Fair
Individuals with a graduate degree earn about 30% more annually than individuals with a baccalaureate degree alone, according to a recent U.S. Census Bureau study. If you are interested in graduate school, clear your schedule now for Wednesday, September 12, when the University of Central Florida will host its annual Grad Fair. It will be […]
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Faculty members honored for teaching, research achievements
About 100 faculty members have been recognized by UCF for their outstanding accomplishments in research and teaching. Professors were selected for Trustee Chair Professorships based on their extraordinary record of accomplishment in teaching, research and service. Recipients were Peter Hancock from the College of Sciences, Mubarak A. Shah from the College of Engineering and Computer Science […]
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Internship opportunity for students
The Student/Farmworker Alliance needs energetic and committed young people to work as interns during the Fall 2012 semester. Dates for internships are flexible, but a three to four month commitment between September and December is preferred. The deadline for the internship application is Friday, June 22. For more information, including specific intern responsibilities and how to […]
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National Merit Scholarship recipient to study chemistry at UCF
Christopher J. Beck, from Satellite Beach, recently received a National Merit University of Central Florida Scholarship and will major in Chemistry. Five Brevard County students were among over 2500 honorees when the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced its 2012 National Merit Scholarship winners, according to a press release from Brevard Public Schools. Officials of each […]
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Florida Space Institute funds research initiatives
Nine research projects that promise to advance science and develop technology critical for future space missions have been selected to receive a total of $400,000 from the Florida Space Institute. Scientists from the University of Central Florida and the University of Florida are involved in the various projects, which involve experts in chemistry, physics, electrical […]
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UCF researcher loses high-tech contest — but has investors lining up
Count biotech researcher and entrepreneur Qun Huo among the winningest losers of the recent high-technologybusiness competition known as the Cade Museum Prize. The University of Central Florida chemist and founder of Nano Discovery Inc. was chosen as the second runner-up earlier this month in the Gainesville-based contest, named after researcher Robert Cade, who led the University of Florida research […]
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Students, grads receive more than $1 million from NSF
Students and alumni from the University of Central Florida have earned more than $1 million from the National Science Foundation to support their pursuits of advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM. Ten UCF students and graduates were named recipients of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, which support outstanding graduate students […]
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UCF chemist’s firm chosen as runner up for Cade award
Orlando-based Nano Discovery Inc. was the second runner up for the annual Cade Museum Prize, awarded to newer Florida companies with cutting-edge products. Created by University of Central Florida chemist Qun Huo, Nano Discovery has developed a next-generation, nanoscience-based diagnostic process to detect cancer and other diseases. In 2010, the Cade Museum Foundation launched an […]
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New UCF tech may lead to inexpensive biofuel
University of Central Florida chemistry professor’s low-tech process for breaking down raw materials into sugar may be the linchpin for making low cost biofuels. Thor Renewable Energy Inc. has secured an exclusive license to the technology and plans to expand its commercial-scale biofuel production facilities to Florida’s Space Coast later this year. Richard Blair, assistant […]
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A colourful way to size up nanoparticles
Nanoparticles can be sized thanks to the localised surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) effect observed in gold, silver and copper particles. This phenomenon arises as incident light interacts with surface electrons and is scattered. It forms the basis of many of the applications of nanoparticles in photonics, for instance. The team explains that the approach is […]
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Chemistry Team devlops probes that may be useful to study Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases
Two-photon fluorescence microscopy imaging of cellular oxidative stress using profluorescent nitroxides Oxidative stress is thought to play a key role in a number of conditions, cardiovascular aging, Parkinson’s disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. With the increasing prevalence of these diseases, there are few methods to monitor molecular components that cause oxidative stress in vivo. Prof. Kevin […]
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Chemistry student wins scholarship
The Buckhorn Homeowners Association’s annual college scholarship competition was finalized recently. Second place went to Melissa Mertely, who received a $275 college scholarship. Mertely is going to attend the University of Central Florida where she plans to achieve her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry. Mertely is passionate about chemistry and her goal is to become […]
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New diagnostic tool determines aggressiveness of prostate cancer
One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, the second leading cause of death among men in the United States. It’s a serious problem and current diagnostic tests aren’t very specific. But a research team at the University of Central Florida NanoScience Technology Center has found a more accurate test […]
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UCF scientists use nanotechnology to hunt for hidden pathogens
Chemistry Professor J. Manuel Perez continues to receive attention from news organizations regarding his recent novel technique that may give doctors a faster and more sensitive tool to detect pathogens associated with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease. The new nanoparticle-based technique also may be used for detection of other microbes that have challenged scientists […]
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Distinguished Speaker Series welcomes Sir Harold Kroto
The College of Sciences welcomes Sir Harold Kroto to UCF as a presenter in our Distinguished Speaker Series. Professor Kroto will give a lecture titled “Carbon in Nano and Outer Space” on Friday, March 30th, 2012 in the Communication Building, Room 101 starting at 4:30 PM. Sir Harold Kroto is the 1996 Chemistry Nobel Laureate and the Francis Eppes Professor of Chemistry […]
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Event: Reception in honor of Sir Harold W. Kroto
You are cordially invited to attend a reception in honor of Sir Harold W. Kroto, the 1996 Chemistry Nobel Laureate. The event for the Francis Eppes Professor of Chemistry at FSU will be held on Friday, March 30 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in the Burnett Honors College at UCF. Professor Kroto will speak […]
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Science Scholarships Available: Apply by 3/30/12
The College of Sciences launched a new web site for students interested in scholarships. Donors interested in creating a scholarship can also inquire about opportunities to give through the site. http://scholarships.cos.ucf.edu has been designed to make the entire scholarship application process (information, award amount, criteria, and application form) online and paperless. The deadline is MARCH […]
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Opportunity for science and math majors or recent alumni
Are you a biologist, chemist, physicist, mathematician, or statistician? Would you be interested in a 15 month (summer, fall, spring, summer) program that pays you to teach math or science in a public middle school or high school and simultaneously earning a MAT (Master of Arts in Teaching)? Please see below, or visit http://education.ucf.edu/rtp3/
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Students: Submit your graduate research forum proposals
Graduate Research Forum Proposals are now being accepted. UCF’s Ninth Annual Graduate Research Forum is scheduled for Tuesday, April 3, 2012. The Forum is an opportunity for students to showcase their research and creative projects while receiving valuable feedback. A cash award of $500 is given for best poster in each category and all participants […]
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Students: UCF has scholarships for you
Each year the UCF Alumni Association awards more than $40,000 in scholarships to UCF students demonstrating strong academic ability and significant extracurricular and community involvement. The UCF Alumni Association is pleased to again offer more than a dozen scholarship opportunities. UCF students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships for which they are eligible. […]
