Igniting Immunity: Elias Sayour’s Patients Inspire Pioneering mRNA Cancer Vaccine Research

The look in her eyes and her next words would be etched forever in the mind of Elias Sayour, MD, PhD. Months earlier, the girl’s right leg was amputated, the…

Scientists say these two viruses may become the next public health threats

January 28, 2026

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two emerging pathogens with animal origins — influenza D virus and canine coronavirus — have so far been quietly flying under the radar,…

Common drug may help HIV medicines work faster and reduce inflammation

December 2, 2025

JUPITER, Fla. — An FDA‑approved medication called spironolactone, often prescribed as a diuretic, or water pill, for heart and blood pressure conditions, may…

Ambassador Council formed to further high-impact scientific research and educational philanthropy at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute

October 29, 2025

JUPITER, Fla. — Eleven local leaders dedicated to the betterment of their community have joined The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical…

Scientists blaze new path to fighting viral diseases

October 6, 2025

JUPITER, Fla. — In a quest to develop new antiviral drugs for COVID-19 and other diseases, a collaboration led by scientists at The Wertheim UF Scripps…

Study details how cells power down to overcome viral attack

August 6, 2025

JUPITER, Fla. — Cells have evolved ingenious ways to defend themselves from viral attack. A recent study from The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute sheds light on…

What You Need to Know About Florida’s ‘Flesh-eating’ Bacteria

While Vibrio vulnificus infections are rare, they have become a focus of concern this summer after four fatalities in Florida — including one in St. Johns…

Scientist’s cat, again, helps discover new virus

July 9, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Pepper, the pet cat who made headlines last year for his role in the discovery of the first jeilongvirus found in the U.S., is at it again.…

UF pharmacy professor’s paper ranks No. 2 in citations this century

April 15, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A simple yet elegant equation published by a University of Florida professor nearly 25 years ago has earned a place among the most…

Clinician training program leads to better outcomes for patients with diabetes

December 17, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A tele-education program for health care providers who treat people with diabetes resulted in significant improvements in patient outcomes,…