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Drones and decisions: UF optimizing communication among autonomous units

April 29, 2026

A University of Florida engineering research team is working to optimize communications among autonomous units — drones and self-driving vehicles, for example — in a project funded by an Air Force Research Lab University Center of Excellence Award.  

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Prestigious academy names three Rising Stars from UF engineering

November 7, 2025

The Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida has recognized three University of Florida assistant engineering professors as 2025 Rising Stars.

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Tracking the fiery path of particles: UF leads combustion research

September 8, 2025

A research team led by the University of Florida is using artificial intelligence and high-performance computing to explore swarms of airborne particles to solve combustible mysteries, a study that may lead to more efficient engines and better combustion in power plants.

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