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“By studying an organoid, we can potentially determine exactly what’s wrong with a patient,” says Joshua Hare. “This could really help us guide care, especially when the problem is genetic.”

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A New World of Cell and Gene Therapies - University of Miami Medicine Cover Story Researchers at the Miller School of Medicine have been rigorously studying how stem cells (immature cells that can differentiate into many tissue types) can rejuvenate damaged tissues. More recently, gene editing has emerged as a way to potentially counteract genetic risk and treat vario...

Using the Fabric Phase Sorptive Extraction method, Kabir found that some manufacturers add very small amounts of pharmaceuticals to their herbal slimming tea to foster weight loss.

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Scientist spills the tea on slimming teas A researcher has developed a tool to detect hidden ingredients in herbal teas designed to stimulate weight loss.

Researchers concluded that medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone should be considered for physicians or pharmacists that have a substance use disorder, says Lisa Merlo.

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A new study led by MBI researchers has found that using certain FDA-approved medications for addiction treatment was not associated with worse outcomes or additional impairment among participants in Florida’s physician health program.

The findings could help alleviate controversy over using these medications when treating a physician or pharmacist who has developed a substance use disorder.

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“Aging isn’t simply wrinkles," says Masternak. "By understanding what starts that [aging] process and where it happens, we have a better chance of preventing many diseases.”

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Huijun Li's project will center on an AI-powered app that includes mindfulness exercises and activities to help users recognize and manage stress.

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Research with global impact. 🌍✨

Congratulations to FAMU psychology professor Dr. Huijun Li on being named a 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Scholar, one of the most competitive and prestigious academic exchange awards in the nation.

Beginning in January 2027, Li will spend seven months in the Czech Republic conducting research and teaching on how artificial intelligence can be integrated into psychological education and mental health support. Her project includes developing AI-powered tools designed to help individuals better recognize and manage stress.

A nationally recognized researcher, Li has secured more than $7 million in research funding, authored more than 50 scholarly publications and continues to advance work focused on youth mental health, technology and student success.

From Tallahassee to the global stage, Rattlers continue to make an impact. 🐍💚🧡

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Florida ExpertNet welcomed 99 researchers to its expert profile system for the months of May and June.

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A team will deploy floating sensors from Hurricane Hunter aircraft to collect data that will help them better understand the air-sea interactions involved in rapid storm intensification, explained researcher Lynn "Nick" Shay.

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Inside the hunt for hurricane answers This Atlantic hurricane season, University of Miami investigators are taking research to the skies, seas, and simulators in a quest to learn more about storms.

“Instead of treating seawalls only as barriers, these tiles allow us to transform them into living surfaces that support marine life, improve habitat complexity and enhance coastal resilience,” says researcher Shahin Vassigh.

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“The people in these neighborhoods were not very trusting that the (government) data was protecting their health. So, having low-cost monitors locally had potential − it got the communities involved,’’ says Amy Stuart.

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USF researchers want to clear the air on traffic pollution in Tampa University of South Florida

Hunsucker plans to study what causes performance gains and resistance in ship hulls, particularly how biofilm is involved with hull movement. His research will include testing scale models at the university’s Mertens Marine Center.

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Ocean Engineering Faculty Travis Hunsucker Selected for U.S. Navy’s NAVSEA Professorship - Florida Tech News+ He’s one of nine professors tasked with building a curriculum on and leading research and development of Navy-relevant capabilities in ship design.