Tag: Department of Microbiology and Cell Science

Scientists reveal novel therapeutic approach to combat pathogens like salmonella

by Megan Winslow
September 3, 2025

The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is a growing global health threat that is prompting research into alternative methods of fighting infection. University of Florida scientists exploring host-directed therapies, an increasingly common ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Acinetobacter, American Society For Microbiology, Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria, Antibiotics, AZ-1, Bacteria, Cell, Daniel Czyz, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Enzyme, ESKAPE Pathogens, Foodborne Illness, IFAS, Illness, Infection, Inflammation, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Klebsiella, Mariola Ferraro, MBio, Megan Winslow, Microbiology, Pathogen, Protein, Pseudomonas, Research, Salmonella, Sick, Ubiquitin-Proteasome System, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida, UPS, White Blood Cell

From Peru’s wild landscapes to Florida’s farms: Scientist harnesses microbes to protect agriculture, environment

by Lourdes Mederos
August 17, 2025

For Florida growers, Jose Rolando’s research is focused on promoting healthier soils, reduced input costs and crops able to withstand droughts, heat and shifting weather patterns. For consumers, it aims at more sustainable food production ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Amazon Rainforest, Andes Mountains, Coastal Wetland, Crops, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Droughts, Ecosystem Services, Farmer, Fertilizer, Florida Bay, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Georgia Institute Of Technology, Grower, IFAS, Indian River Lagoon, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, José Rolando, Lima, Lourdes Mederos, Mangroves, Microbiologist, Microbiology, National Institute Of Agricultural Innovation, News, Peru, Public, Sea Level Rise, Sechura Desert, Sustainable Food Production, Tropical Zones, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida, Weather

Black History Month: A triple Gator’s journey from curiosity to cell science

by Meredith Bauer-Mitchell
February 25, 2025

Joe Larkin didn’t always dream of being a microbiologist, unlocking secrets in our smallest cells. His journey took him from being an inquisitive child to a pioneering researcher at the University of Florida – a testament to the transformative ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Black History Month, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Joseph Larkin

Treatment for horses may lead to therapy for type of blindness

by Meredith Bauer-Mitchell
February 13, 2025

Picture a horse running across an open field, the wind blowing his mane, his hooves stamping into the grassy knoll, eyes on the horizon. Now picture that horse’s vision slowly spotting and fading, the horizon blurring, until ultimately, ... READ MORE

Category: Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Blindness, College Of Veterinary Medicine, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Equine, Equine Research, Horse, Horse Care, Horse Management, Horses, UF College Of Medicine, Uveitis

UF and Swedish researchers connect childhood microbiome with development of autism, ADHD

by Megan Winslow
April 3, 2024

A first-of-its-kind study has identified bacteria in the contents of children’s microbiomes that are believed to contribute to the development of neurodevelopmental disorders – years before the children are diagnosed with the disorders. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family
Tags: ABIS, ADHD, All Babies In Southeast Sweden, Angelica Ahrens, Autism, Cell, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Early Child Development, Eric Triplett, Gut Microbiome, Intellectual Disability, Linköping University, Megan Winslow, Microbiology, Microbiome, Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Örebo University, Smoking, Speech Disorders, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences

What Can Fish Teeth Teach Us About Developmental Biology?

by Meghan Berryman, Ph.D.
March 20, 2024

My colleague calls them “Frankenfish.” Assistant Professor Tyler Square calls them mutant lines in model teleost species. The Department of Microbiology and Cell Science recently hired a developmental biologist, and his research is fascinating. Assistant ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: CALS, College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Developmental Biology, Tyler Square

UF Department of Microbiology and Cell Science Debuts Microbiome Concentration for Online Master of Science Degree

by Meghan Berryman, Ph.D.
February 13, 2024

Gainesville, FL: The Department of Microbiology and Cell Science at the University of Florida is expanding its online Master of Science degree with the addition of a concentration in Microbiome in Health and Disease. With the recent advancement ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Master's Degree, Microbiology Online

“Top-Cited Author” Professor Ferraro Studies Eicosanoid and Cannabinoid Response to Bacterial Infection

by Meghan Berryman, Ph.D.
January 23, 2024

University of Florida Associate Professor Mariola Ferraro was recognized by the American Society for Microbiology as a "Top Cited Author" of 2023 for her mini-review article with former doctoral researcher Austin Sheppe entitled, Roles of Eicosanoids ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research,
Tags: CALS, College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Faculty Highlight, Mariola Edelmann, Microbiology And Cell Science

Salmonella: Its Dual Role in Disease and Therapeutic Innovation as a Drug Delivery System and Vaccine Vector

by Mariola J Ferraro, Ph.D.
January 9, 2024

Salmonella, a gram-negative bacterium notorious for causing foodborne illnesses, gained global attention in 1885 when Daniel Salmon's laboratory first identified it as a pathogen. Today, it stands as a significant public health threat, annually ... READ MORE

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Tags: Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Mariola Edelmann, Microbiology, Microbiology And Cell Science, Microbiology Online, Microcell, Salmonella

Microbiology & Cell Science Professors Czyz and Jones recognized as “Future Leaders” in Host-Microbe Interactions

by Meghan Berryman, Ph.D.
December 21, 2023

Gainesville, FL: University of Florida Assistant Professors Daniel Czyz and Melissa Jones received prestigious recognition as “Future Leaders in the field of host-microbe interactions” from Infection and Immunology, a respected American ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: CALS, College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Daniel Czyz, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Melissa Jones, Microbiology, Microbiology And Cell Science

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