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As part of the UF Health Cancer Institute’s highly competitive Team-based Interdisciplinary Cancer Research Training Program, or TICaRT, Cali Love and her team are working to develop targeted therapies for glioblastoma. Love is a student in the M.D.-Ph.D. Training Program in the University of Florida College of Medicine. By training T cells to be the body’s defenders against infections and disease, Love hopes that this research could lead to a cure for glioblastoma and other cancers. https://lnkd.in/eXssvt-C

The University of Florida College of Pharmacy forensic science online graduate program is celebrating 25 years of excellence in online forensic education. Through the program, students can build promising careers in forensic science from a distance with flexible, skills-based learning designed for working professionals in forensic science, law enforcement and related fields. Alumni and professors of the program credit it for empowering working professionals to earn advanced credentials while balancing their careers. https://lnkd.in/gP8Fzu29

When Colleen McLarnon joined the U.S. Navy after graduating from the University of Florida College of Nursing, she planned to serve for three years but stayed for three decades. From a remote island in the Indian Ocean to the flight decks of aircraft carriers, she led with courage, compassion and the heart of a Gator Nurse. Now retired as a Navy captain, McLarnon continues to inspire nurses around the world through her service and mentorship. Thank you, Captain McLarnon, and all Gator Nurse veterans for your dedication and sacrifice. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2cH-8AC

In August, the UF College of Veterinary Medicine said goodbye to one of its favorite patients — Booger, a 1-year-old miniature donkey. After being diagnosed with tetanus, Booger endured intensive medical care. With the dedication and collaboration of the Small Animal Integrative and Mobility Medicine Service team and Large Animal Surgery team, Booger regained his strength and good spirit. https://lnkd.in/etFU3WYf

Linda Cottler, a professor in the UF College of Public Health and Health Professions and the College of Medicine, is leading the way with the UF-based National Drug Early Warning System. The NDEWS is a national effort using real-time data to identify emerging drug threats before they spread. With the data collected, the NDEWS can provide communities with the information they need to act quickly and prevent overdoses. https://lnkd.in/eXsbcgWG

Thomas George, M.D., FACP, FASCO, an accomplished gastrointestinal medical oncologist and nationally known expert in clinical research, has been named interim director of the UF Health Cancer Institute. George has served as the institute’s deputy director for the past two-plus years and was instrumental in obtaining National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation. https://lnkd.in/egryUCd6

UF Health's volunteer therapy dogs dressed in their cutest costumes for our Halloween Puppy Parade! In their spooky best, they spread cheer to patients and staff throughout the UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital.

Every year, members of the Department of Surgery spread Halloween cheer throughout the UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital by raising donations to prepare a special spooky treat! This week, UF College of Medicine faculty and staff gathered to create goodie bags filled with fun trinkets to bring smiles to patients and families. https://lnkd.in/g9abbDEA

University of Florida College of Nursing researchers looked beyond the haunted houses and plastic skeletons to explore how thoughts of death shape our emotions — and what they reveal about the meaning of life. Their findings? Connection and personal growth may be the best antidotes to fear. https://lnkd.in/eCuaV-ir

Florida’s former CFO, Jeff Atwater, will chair the new Ambassador Council of The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology joining Vice Chair Marti LaTour and nine other leaders in business, law, philanthropy, patient advocacy and more. Their goal? Furthering the institute’s mission of advancing science and science education to benefit humanity. See the Ambassador Council members here. https://lnkd.in/eXWvcYZh