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UF biostatistics team develops tool to help scientists understand disease at the cellular level

March 12, 2026

The method, called scLANE, can help scientists understand the mechanisms behind disease progression and identify new targets for therapies.

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Researchers use AI to predict organ systems at risk from cancer-causing chemicals

March 11, 2026

Researchers can now quickly screen chemicals using an online tool that flags high-risk chemicals.

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Ph.D. student investigates mental health AI chatbots tailored to college students

February 6, 2026

Nyakhar and Wang's review of existing studies on the technology found eight generative AI chatbots that had a positive effect on students' mental health and well-being.

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Researchers awarded Gates Foundation grant to build women’s health index

January 22, 2026

The index will provide policymakers with a holistic understanding of the multiple factors affecting women’s health across the lifespan.

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PHHP, EPI host workshop on AI for infection preparedness in Taiwan

November 17, 2025

UF researchers trained international graduate students and researchers on how to use AI to predict, prepare for and respond to infectious disease outbreaks.

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UF AI workshop examines the intersection of academia and industry

October 31, 2025

The fifth annual DAISY workshop brought together students, faculty and a biotech industry leader to discuss AI collaboration between academia and industry.

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Newest upgrades to UF’s HiPerGator supercharge PHHP AI research and education

October 15, 2025

The new computing power will accelerate artificial intelligence education and research at PHHP, where faculty members are pioneering AI methods to address some of the most pressing health challenges.

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Xiangren (Florence) Wang receives national award for AI cancer research

October 8, 2025

Wang received the American Public Health Association Cancer Forum 2025 Trainee Award.

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Zhoumeng Lin achieves Academy of Toxicological Sciences Fellow status

September 30, 2025

The milestone acknowledges Lin’s significant contributions to research, teaching, service and leadership in the field of toxicology.

Biostatistics Ph.D. students present at international bioinformatics conference

August 26, 2025

Vincent Mei and Owen Visser traveled to Liverpool, England, to present their research to an international group of bioinformatics scientists.