An interest in bat viruses led to virologist’s development of coronavirus test
A boyhood experience set Dr. John Lednicky on a road to make an outsized impact during the current coronavirus crisis.
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High capacity COVID-19 testing lab built in 10 days
Behind the scenes in mid-March, a group of researchers, students and lab technicians came together and built a high throughput testing lab.
Cholera bacteria colonize Haitian rivers, evolve
UF researchers have uncovered evidence that the bacteria which cause cholera have established an aquatic reservoir in Haitian waterways where they are now adapting and evolving.
Coronavirus consultant
Dr. John Lednicky can pull live viruses out of thin air — and grow them. His past decades of inquiry into coronaviruses have positioned him as a go-to experts on the newly emerged SARS-CoV-2 pathogen.
Chlamydia’s covert reproduction
UF researchers have resolved a two-decade old mystery centered upon how the bacteria Chlamydia divide and reproduce.
As China suffers from coronavirus, some wonder: Is it really that serious?
Just how bad might this outbreak become? Virologist and public health expert Dr. John Lednicky explains.
UF virologist answers common questions about coronavirus
Dr. John Lednicky hosted a Reddit Ask Me Anything in which he addressed popular questions about the coronavirus.
Unlocking Chlamydia’s persistent state
Researchers found that exposing Chlamydia to the antibiotic fosmidomycin causes the bacteria to enter a protective bunker-like “persistent” state.
PHHP welcomes Queen Quet
Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation, spoke about environmental and cultural sustainability in the Southeast.
Dean’s Scholar Lecture Series
Queen Quet will present “De Gullah/Geechee: Living Resilience and Sustainability Culturally” on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 3 p.m. in the Communicore Building, room C1-15.
