UF Genetics Institute member contributes to novel Alzheimer's discovery

Two University of Florida Health researchers have made a discovery that could provide a novel way to target the brain deterioration associated with amyloid…

UF researchers use gene therapy to treat pulmonary dysfunction in Pompe disease

For media inquiries, call Mindy Cameron at 317-853-6294 or email mindycameron@ufl.edu. Researchers at the University of Florida have successfully used gene…

Veterinary Medicine professor receives key award from international group

Nancy Denslow, Ph.D., a professor of environmental toxicology at the University of Florida, has received a key award from an international professional group…

DNA Day 2016

The University of Florida Genetics Institute celebrated its second DNA Day event Wednesday, April 20. Over 100 people from around campus visited to learn about…

UF Health researchers discover ancient origin of genes that make cartilage

The genetic origin of cartilage is much older and found in more kinds of creatures than scientists had previously thought, University of Florida Health…

UF Health researchers develop unique model for studying ALS

University of Florida Health researchers have developed a unique mouse model that will allow researchers around the world to better study the genetic origins…

Genetics researchers develop more efficient method of making stem cells

Scientists know people react differently to medication because of their genetic make-up. However, while researchers understand certain genetic variations…

UF Powell Gene Therapy Center is site for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy clinical trial

Researchers at the University of Florida Powell Gene Therapy Center are part of an innovative clinical trial aimed at repairing hearts damaged by the effects…

UF researchers announce gene therapy project for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

The University of Florida’s Powell Gene Therapy Center has partnered with a biotechnology company to launch a gene therapy project aimed at developing…

Researchers identify genes connecting endocrine disruption to genital malformations

University of Florida Health researchers have identified genes that are disrupted by abnormal hormone signaling at crucial points during development, a finding…

Compound protects against cell damage that leads to macular degeneration

For macular degeneration patients, blurry vision emerges slowly as cells in and around the retina get damaged. Now, University of Florida Health researchers…

Virus-drug combination shows improved effectiveness against brain tumor cells

A rabbit virus currently being developed for cancer therapy can be paired with one of several existing drugs to deliver a more potent punch to a deadly type of…