Combatting global deficiency
Boosting Vitamin A
University of Florida scientists have developed a tomato packed with significantly higher levels of vitamin A, a breakthrough that could help combat one of the world’s most widespread nutritional deficiencies.
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Mars rover detects never-before-seen organic compounds in new experiment
After 9,000 years of cultivation, rice has reached its thermal limit
From jar openers to key grippers, devices designed by UF students help people with disabilities
Headlines from Florida
Everyone can make a difference this Earth Day through citizen science
A ray of hope in the battle against citrus greening: Three bugs eat the eggs of the psyllid
UF astronomer helps build largest 3D map of the universe ever created
UF opens Whitney Marine Research Center, expanding marine science innovation in St. Augustine
From the Swamp to Capitol Hill, UF student talks engineering with lawmakers
Florida in the News
CNN Cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines
The Washington Post What is 'Ozempic personality,' and why does it make life feel 'meh'?
TIME A new discovery brings fresh clues to the search for life on Mars
The New York Times Man charged in Lego theft scheme of replacing pieces with pasta
The Tampa Bay Times Selling a luxury condo in Tampa Bay? It's VIP treatment or bust
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