UCF Expert Plays Key Role in International Research to Combat Dengue Fever, Zika As a mosquito-borne virus expert, UCF Assistant Professor James Earnest is leveraging his knowledge to lead two research projects studying immune responses to the dengue and Zika viruses in residents ...

UCF researcher is contributing to international studies on dengue and Zika by leading research on immune responses to both viruses. https://bit.ly/3Q5YD5P

UCF Study Suggests Some Alzheimer’s Symptoms May Begin Outside the Brain Using human-on-a-chip technology, UCF researchers reveal that movement-related Alzheimer’s symptoms may start in the body’s nerves and muscles.

UCF researchers using human-on-a-chip technology suggest that some movement-related Alzheimer’s symptoms may begin in the body’s nerves and muscles rather than only in the brain. https://bit.ly/4etiQfH

UCF Researchers Lead Study to Improve Quality of Life for Testicular Cancer Patients With 95% of testicular cancer survivors surviving, two health sciences researchers are exploring interventions for Florida patients that includes low-impact activity, wearable technology and online su...

UCF researchers are leading a study to improve the quality of life for testicular cancer patients. With about 95% survival, the focus is on low-impact activities, wearable tech, and online support.https://bit.ly/3QgXPef

Promotional graphic for "Innovation Wednesday" by UCF Ventures. Features a yellow light bulb with "Graduate Student Life, University of Central Florida" text. Date: April 15, 11 AM, TCH208. Background has abstract designs.

Join us tomorrow at 11am in TCH 208 for Innovation Wednesday with UCF Ventures. Enjoy free coffee and bagels, build your network, and gain valuable skills.
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Artemis II Brings Unique Space Medicine Opportunities As astronauts travel closer to the moon than any human has in more than 50 years, physicians and scientists will learn more about how space travel affects physical and mental health.

Artemis II takes astronauts closer to the moon than anyone in 50 years. Scientists will study how space travel affects mind and body. https://bit.ly/4bTNM7l

UCF Researchers Unlock Scalable Entanglement for Next-Generation Quantum Computing The breakthrough enables larger capacities for quantum information using complex states of light that are less affected by imperfections, paving the way for potential innovations in medicine, material...

UCF researchers unlock scalable entanglement for quantum computing. Their breakthrough could boost medicine, materials, data, and security. https://bit.ly/4t5GeV9

Building the Future UCF Day of Giving Fuel the future by supporting graduate education.

Today, you can be part of something special. Support the College of Graduate Studies with a gift that can shape the lives of our graduate students✨#UCFDayofGiving https://bit.ly/421JAwk

UCF Graduate Programs Climb in U.S. News' 2026 Rankings, Reflecting Strength in Serving National Needs As UCF’s graduate programs continue to rise, they reinforce the university’s role as a national leader preparing professionals to tackle society’s most urgent challenges.

UCF graduate programs are on the rise in the 2026 U.S. News rankings, highlighting the university’s growing impact in preparing professionals to meet today’s most pressing national challenges. https://bit.ly/4slMUxe

Colorful poster advertising the University of Central Florida's Graduate Student Appreciation Week, April 6-9, 2026. The event includes a celebration on April 9 at 4:30 PM in TCH 213, offering free food and activities.

Celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week in the GSC (TCH 213) on Thursday, April 9 at 4:30pm. Join us for free food, great vibes with fellow grad students, and fun activities. You deserve it!
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A playful illustration depicting two goats jumping joyfully. Text details the "Graduate Student Appreciation Week" at UCF from April 6-9, 2026, and announces a "Goat Cuddles" event on April 8 at 11 AM, TCH Field. The UCF logo appears in the top right corner.

Unwind with Goat Cuddle Hour to celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week! Join us on Wednesday, April 8 at 11am in the field outside of Trevor Colbourn Hall to snuggle lovable goats from Alaska Farms.
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Meet Your New GSA Board President: Toyosi Aijbad Vice President: Md Mahbub Alam Treasurer: Melissa Deinys Secretary Ishita Pathuri Congrats to our New Officers

Congrats to our new officers! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish this year. https://bit.ly/47LyNtP

Illustration of hands holding a camera against a gradient background. Text reads: "Professional Headshots Apr 7 TCH 208 3PM." The bottom has "Graduate Student Life, University of Central Florida.

Need a new headshot for your LinkedIn profile? Stop by the Graduate Student Center (TCH 208) tomorrow at 3pm for a free headshot as part of Graduate Student Appreciation week.
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A promotional image for UCF Graduate Student Appreciation Week, April 6-9, 2026. It details a "Lunch and Learn" event on April 7 at 1 PM in TCH 208, focusing on unique job‑seeking techniques. The image includes a hand writing on paper and a sandwich on a plate.

Celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week with a Lunch & Learn, featuring special guest career expert Dawn Sipley! Come by the Graduate Student Center (TCH 208) on April 7, enjoy lunch on us, and chat about techniques that will help you stand out in your job search.
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Graduate Student Life, College of Graduate Studies. Graduate Student Appreciation Week, April 6-9, 2026. Networking Tips for the Grad Student Job Search, April 6, 1 PM, Virtual. The UCF logo is in the top right corner.

It's Graduate Student Appreciation Week! Join us tomorrow for our first event of the week, Networking Tips for the Grad Student Job Search, at 1pm via Zoom. Build career connections and learn practical tips for your job search.
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Graduate Student Association Vote for your Candidates Graduate Student Elections

Graduate Knights! Have your say in the future of your community by voting in the GSA Leadership election. Every vote matters! Don’t forget to submit by 5 PM today! https://bit.ly/4lYsOaO

Vote for your GSA leaders! Make your voice heard and help shape the future of the graduate community. Voting ends April 1 at 5 PM. Cast your vote here: https://bit.ly/4lYsOaO

Founders' Day 2026: Celebrating Student, Faculty and Staff Knights Employees, faculty and students will be recognized at three separate ceremonies in the Pegasus Ballroom on April 1.

On Founders’ Day, April 1, UCF will celebrate students, faculty, and staff Knights at three recognition ceremonies in the Pegasus Ballroom, honoring their achievements and contributions to the university. www.ucf.edu/news/founders-day-2026-c...

UCF Researchers Receive Meta Support to Study Motor Learning in EMG-Based Interfaces Meta funding will support research on gamified muscle-based human-computer interaction while embedding ethics directly into engineering design.

UCF researchers are teaming up with Meta to study gamified, muscle-controlled interfaces that put ethics at the heart of engineering. Discover how this groundbreaking work is shaping the future → https://bit.ly/3NZ7Bko

UCF 20th Annual Student Research Week Day Two Winners Picture of the Student Scholar Symposium

UCF celebrates student research! Check out the Day Two winners of the Student Scholar Symposium, recognizing graduate and undergraduate students for their outstanding research presentations. #StudentResearchWeek #UCFSRW graduate.ucf.edu/news/article/sss-day-two...

20th Annual Student Research Week. March 27 events at the Morgridge International Reading Center. Excellence Awards at 11 AM and Student Scholar Symposium Awards at 1 PM.

Join us today in the Morgridge International Reading Center as we recognize the incredible research, mentorship, and teaching of our UCF students and faculty for the conclusion of Student Research Week. We hope to see you there!
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20th Annual Student Research Week Day 1 Winners

UCF celebrates student research! Check out the Day One winners of the Student Scholar Symposium, where graduate and undergraduate students earned scholarships for their innovative projects. graduate.ucf.edu/news/article/sss-day-one...

UCF 20th Annual Student Research Week. March 26, Student Scholar Symposium day 2, held in the Pegasus Ballroom throughout the day.

The Student Scholar Symposium continues today! Don't miss your chance to talk with UCF students about the innovative research projects they are conducting. Come by the Pegasus Ballroom and check it out!
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Student Research Week Turns 20 with Launch of First Dedicated Fund Celebrating 20 years of Student Research Week, UCF launches its inaugural fund to support and expand opportunities for student research and innovation.

UCF marks the 20th Annual Student Research Week with the launch of the university’s inaugural fund dedicated to supporting student discovery, innovation, and scholarship. graduate.ucf.edu/news/article/student-res...

Winners of the event 3rd Place: Abigail Clark – Biology 1st Place: Jillian Weathington – Health Promotion and Behavioral Science 2nd Place: Nishtha Tikalal – Physics

Congratulations to the winners of the Research Impact Competition at UCF Student Research Week. Students shared research making a real-world impact in 5 minutes.
1st: Jillian Weathington – Health Promotion and Behavioral Science
2nd: Nishtha Tikalal – Physics
3rd: Abigail Clark – Biology

UCF 20th Annual Student Research Week. March 25, Student Scholar Symposium held in the Pegasus Ballroom throughout the day. Creative scholarship symposium in the Cape Florida Ballroom at 11am.

The Student Scholar Symposium kicks off today! Come by the Pegasus Ballroom to check out all the amazing research projects UCF students are working on. Don't miss the creative scholarship symposium as well!
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UCF Student Research Week March 24, Launching your Research Journey, 11am, Cape Florida Ballroom. Knights in Focus Spotlight Celebration, 2pm, TCH 208. Research Impact Competition, 4pm, MIRC.

Student Research week continues with 3 engaging events taking place today! Learn about the Knight Research Scholars Program, see the inventive video creations of graduate students, and discover the impact of UCF student research.
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Red curtains frame a promotional poster for the "Knights in Focus" spotlight celebration held at the University of Central Florida College of Graduate Studies. The event is scheduled for March 24, 2 - 3:30 PM, at Trevor Colbourn Hall, room 208. Attendees are invited to a screening of top submissions from a video competition with complimentary popcorn provided.

Don't miss the Knights in Focus Spotlight Celebration tomorrow in TCH 208! Enjoy free snacks, watch the top videos, and find out who the winners are. We hope to see you there!🍿 🎬

Student Research Week UCF community celebrates research and creative scholarship during Student Research Week. The 2026 events emphasize that research is for everyone and will showcase the variety of graduate and undergraduate student research conducted at UCF.

UCF's 20th Annual Student Research Week begins today! researchweek.ucf.edu

Knightro seated on a yellow duck float with arms outstretched. The background has repeated text saying "SPRING BREAK." Text at the bottom mentions "March 16 - March 21, 2026," along with the UCF College of Graduate Studies logo.

We hope you have a safe and relaxing Spring Break, knights!☀️ Classes will not be held March 16-21, but campus offices will remain operational during the break. We look forward to welcoming you back.

UCF Researcher Creates Improved Method to Harvest Hydrogen Energy Associate Professor Yang Yang has developed a renewable “thin-film” catalyst that uses microscopic patterns for cleaner, more affordable chemical manufacturing and fabrication.

A UCF researcher has created a new thin-film catalyst that makes hydrogen energy harvesting cleaner and more affordable. This innovation could transform chemical manufacturing and renewable energy, using microscopic patterns to drive the future of sustainable technology. https://bit.ly/40utj2s