Exotic virus discovered in Florida rodent with human ‘spillover’ risk
Newsweek reports on a virus discovery by Emily DeRuyter and John Lednicky.
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Environmental And Global Health
UF scientists discover first jeilongvirus in the U.S., thanks to a cat
A mouse caught by a cat named Pepper leads to the discovery of the first jeilongvirus found in the U.S.
Bridging Borders and Advancing Health: May Thongthum’s Goal to Improve Public Health
From Thailand to the United States, May Thongthum is determined to leave a positive impact on the public health field. The third-year student is on track to earn her PhD in public health with a concentration in One Health from the Department of Environmental and Global Health at…
A Global Vision for Ethiopia: Ibsa Ahmed’s One Health Journey
Moving across the world to pursue his dreams, Ibsa Ahmed has paved the way for success and broader change in Ethiopia’s rural regions. Hailing from Dire Dawa in Eastern Ethiopia, Ahmed first took interest in public health after feeling a strong pull toward work that creates a positive…
Introducing the Tara Sabo-Attwood Student Development Fund
Dr. Tara Sabo-Attwood graciously led our University of Florida Department of Environmental and Global Health for the past decade, driving a positive change in our programs, faculty, staff and student body. Her fearless leadership led to incredible feats within the department, including doubling the size of its faculty,…
Dr. Michael von Fricken takes the UF One Health Center of Excellence to new heights
From earning his Ph.D. and master’s degree at the University of Florida to returning as the new director of the One Health Center of Excellence, Michael von Fricken is a Gator through and through.
A Farewell and Thank You
On behalf of the University of Florida Department of Environmental and Global Health, we would like to extend our gratitude to Dr. Tara Sabo-Attwood for serving as our department chair for the past 10 years.
Dr. Jennifer Applebaum: Bridging Human and Animal Health with Sociology
by: Jenny Rogers Guided by her unwavering empathy, Dr. Jennifer Applebaum‘s journey in animal welfare and sociology is marked by a profound commitment to both human and animal well-being. As she approaches her second year as an assistant professor with the University of Florida Department…
Staff Spotlight: Victoria Houghton
As the heart and soul of the University of Florida’s Department of Environmental and Global Health, Victoria Houghton thrives on forming connections. Houghton brings years of experience from the UF Student Financial Affairs office, which taught her valuable skills in handling academics, financial aid and student assistance.
Staff Spotlight: Meredith Hoyt
by: Jenny Rogers Meredith Hoyt, the University of Florida Department of Environmental and Global Health department administrator, has been a cornerstone to the EGH team since her first day in May 2018. As the department administrator, Meredith Hoyt has been a core part of the…
