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Vatican Astronomer Visits America’s Space University

Brother Guy J. Consolmango, S.J., astronomer and president of the Vatican Observatory Foundation, shared insight on astronomy, exploration and scientific discovery during his recent visit to UCF.  Written by: Emily Dougherty…

Bold, Relentless, Rising: Meet UCF’s 2026 Reach for the Stars Honorees

Big ideas don’t wait — and neither do the researchers behind them. The 2026 Reach for the Stars honorees — six UCF assistant professors —…

College of Sciences Inspires Curiosity at Spark STEM Fest 

Through hands-on activities and demos, the College of Sciences connected its research with the Central Florida Community.  Written by: Ryan Fox | Published: February 27, 2026  Innovation met curiosity as the…

UCF Study Explores Formation of Spider-Like Features on Jupiter’s Moon Europa and Potential for Life

From Europa to other icy moons, scientists are studying how surface features form and what they might reveal about the potential for life. In a…

UCF Launches 1st Planetary and Space Sciences Ph.D. Program in Florida

Born from the challenge of the Space Race, UCF was created to transform imagination into innovation and prepare people to launch humanity beyond its limits.…

UCF First-Generation Student Is Finding Her Place in Space

Born from the challenge of the Space Race, UCF was created to transform imagination into innovation and prepare people to launch humanity beyond its limits.…

The Science Behind Star Formation: UCF Professor Studying D2H+ Ions in Extreme Conditions

Born from the challenge of the Space Race, UCF was created to transform imagination into innovation and prepare people to launch humanity beyond its limits.…

UCF Physics Professor Works to Uncover the Universe’s History, One Rock at a Time

Born from the challenge of the Space Race, UCF was created to transform imagination into innovation and prepare people to launch humanity beyond its limits.…

Interdisciplinary Collaboration through College of Sciences and CREOL Faculty Grows Opportunities for STEM Students 

A new program, funded by a National Science Foundation grant, will holistically support academically high achieving students with financial barriers on their journey to commencement. …

Interdisciplinary Research Leads to Promising Results for Future Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment 

Researchers discover a more effective peptide-based treatment that targets aggregation of harmful amyloid beta proteins.   Written by: Emily Dougherty | Published: September 19, 2025  Interdisciplinary…

College of Sciences Researcher Partners with Planetary Science Institute to Publish First Comprehensive Book on Centaurs

The new publication aims to shape the next decade of planetary science research. Written by: Emily Dougherty | Published: August 27, 2025  Maria Womack, a…

Order of Pegasus Alumna Turned Childhood Curiosity into STEM Advocacy  

College of Sciences Physics doctoral graduate, Stephanie Lough, reflects on finding her path through the American Physical Society Bridge Program.  By Emily Dougherty | July…