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Faculty member honored with prestigious Bergey’s…
The Bergey Medal is awarded to individuals who have made significant lifetime contributions to bacterial systematics.
Fall graduates receive M.S. degrees
A virtual commencement ceremony was held Dec. 18 to honor the new graduates.
Existing antihistamine drugs show effectiveness…
Three common antihistamine medications have been found in preliminary tests to inhibit infection of cells by the coronavirus that causes COVID-19…
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Three common antihistamine medications have been found in preliminary tests to inhibit infection of cells by the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, University of Florida Health researchers say.
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Our veterinary researchers investigate a wide-range of diseases and vaccines that not only impact the lives of our animal companions, but also humans. Several of our programs are distinctive, nationwide and globally. The Center for Environmental and Human toxicology, based in our college, is a leader in aquatic toxicology, with a major strength in nanotoxicology.
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Long-term stress in dogs linked to the owner-dog relationship
The relationship a dog has with its owner is related to its stress level. This is the conclusion of a newly published study. The results also suggest that the link…
With impressive accuracy, dogs can sniff out coronavirus
In a proof-of-concept study, dogs identified positive samples with 96 percent accuracy.
Spotting cows from space
Cows don’t seem to have a whole lot going on most of the time. They’re raised to spend their days grazing in the field, raised for the purpose of providing…
Dogs act jealously even when they don't see their rival
Dogs are one of humanity’s most-beloved animal companions. They share our homes and seem to reciprocate our affections. But could this emotional bond extend into feelings of jealousy? To help…
Animal Airwaves
The healing art of hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Among the high-tech means of treating wounds in people and animals alike is hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Here’s how it works. The patient is comfortably situated in a large chamber containing…
Making life comfier for senior felines
We’re used to cats being graceful and defying gravity. But as they age, mobility issues can affect a cat’s quality of life. That’s when an observant pet parent can make…
Heartworms infect cats, too
We hear a lot about heartworm disease in dogs but not so much in cats. However, it’s just as important to protect our feline friends—especially since there is no approved…
Problems posed by foxtails
Dangers to our pets sometimes come in very small packages. A case in point is the foxtail, otherwise known as a grass seed awn. These barbed seed heads often top…
