
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Scientists Uncover 'Missing' Plastics Deep in the Ocean
A study is the first to unveil the prevalence of plastics in the entire water column in the southern Atlantic Ocean and implicates the ocean interior as a crucial pool of 'missing' plastics.

3D Robotic Spine 'Twin' Offers New Way to Preview Surgical Procedures
51³Ô¹ÏÍø engineering scientists and a Marcus Neuroscience Institute neurosurgeon have collaborated on developing a novel 3D human spine replica for cervical disc implants.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lands $1.3 Million NIH Grant for Rapid, Automated HIV Self-test
51³Ô¹ÏÍø engineering and biomedical science researchers are developing an affordable and reliable, automated HIV self-test that will increase access and improve treatment outcomes in any setting.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Scientist Aims to Ensure ‘Microbe-free’ Mars Samples
The Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover is collecting samples in search of signs of ancient microbial life, which would advance NASA’s quest to explore the past habitability of Mars.

Novel 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Technology for Self-driving Cars Earns Second U.S. Patent
A researcher from the College of Engineering and Computer Science has earned a second patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a new technology for autonomous systems for self-driving cars.

Gunfire or Plastic Bag Popping? Trained Computer Knows the Difference
51³Ô¹ÏÍø engineering researchers have developed a gunshot detection algorithm and classification model that can discern similar sounds such as gunfire or a plastic bag popping.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Launches New 'Professional Ph.D. Program in Computer Science'
The College of Engineering and Computer Science has developed this first-of-its-kind program in Florida that offers courses in a flexible format that includes evenings, weekends and online material.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Receives $1 Million NSF Grant for First Networked-AI Testbed
Researchers in 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Center for Connected Autonomy and AI have developed the nation's first platform to connect autonomous robots using millimeter waves to advance team AI learning and operations.

Novel Tag Provides First Detailed Look into Goliath Grouper Behavior
A study by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø researchers is the first to reveal detailed behavior of massive goliath groupers in the wild using a custom-built multi-sensor tag combined with artificial intelligence.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Receives U.S. DOE Exploratory Grant for Novel Radar Prototype
Researchers are developing a novel, ground-penetrating radar prototype mounted on a small, unoccupied aircraft system to detect areas of increased greenhouse gases emissions in Florida's Everglades.