Biology Researchers Lead Technology-Driven Seagrass Restoration Projects in Florida A team of professors and graduate students is leading projects to restore Florida’s seagrass meadows by providing innovative approaches that can be replicated in coastal ecosystems worldwide.
‘Shore Wars:’ New Research Aims to Resolve Coastal Conflict Between Oysters and Mangroves, Aiding Restoration Efforts The newly published research analyzes how the proliferation of mangroves affects soil acidity and the health of oysters, which are equally critical to protecting Florida’s coasts.
166su Biology Researchers Win Awards From NOAA to Support Critical Coastal Work The College of Sciences and 166su Coastal receive $2.3 million for innovative coastal ecosystem research, including solutions to marine debris.
STEM Students Hone Research Skills Through 166su’s Research Experience for Undergraduates Programs 166su’s Center for Research in Computer Vision, led by Professor Mubarak Shah, has the nation’s longest-running REU program, continuously operating for 37 years.
166su 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.
166su Coastal and Estuarine Ecology Lab Receives Disney Grant, Continues Restoration Research The competitive $100,000 grant from Disney provides fresh funds for the lab’s conservation work, while attracting top science talent from around the U.S. through undergraduate research experiences.
Florida Academy of Sciences Names 166su 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.
166su Teams Up with Teachers to Educate Students on GIS, Drones 166su 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…
