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UF researchers find transplantation effective for some liver cancer patients

GAINESVILLE, Fla.—Researchers from the University of Florida and the University of Toronto have found that liver transplantation appears to be a viable alternative for some patients with liver cancer, a group that historically has had few options.

Filed under Research, Health on Thursday, May 31, 2001.

UF researchers reverse metabolic disorder in mice

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Several hundred babies are born in the United States each year with an inherited disorder known as PKU, which requires adherence to an unpleasant protein-free diet to thwart development of mental retardation.

Filed under Research, Health on Wednesday, May 30, 2001.

UF survey: consumer confidence remains unchanged in April

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence in Florida remained unchanged from April, continuing to be plagued by concerns about personal finances, University of Florida economists said Tuesday.

Filed under Research, Business, Florida on Tuesday, May 29, 2001.

UF researcher finds links among stress, pain and immune function

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Nobody looks forward to having a root canal, but now scientists have found that the short-term pain and stress of the procedure may contribute to later illness.

Filed under Research, Health on Thursday, May 24, 2001.

New fly species could make Memorial Day picnics more enjoyable

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Memorial Day wouldn’t quite be the same without picnics, backyard barbecues and, of course, the ever-present imported fire ant, but a tiny new fly may pull up the welcome mat on the uninvited holiday guest.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.

UF study: rec therapy helps those awaiting heart transplants

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Patients awaiting heart transplants would benefit from recreational therapy, which would boost their spirits and help them better cope with stress, according to a new University of Florida study.

Filed under Research, Health on Tuesday, May 22, 2001.

UF professor: alimony still plays a role in many failed marriages

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Alimony has almost disappeared from cocktail conversations and college textbooks, but the subject remains a sticky issue in some failed marriages, says a University of Florida researcher.

Filed under Research, Family on Monday, May 21, 2001.

Trees in 16 Florida counties under attack by southern pine beetles

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A record attack of Southern pine beetles in Florida may become worse still if ongoing dry conditions continue, University of Florida researchers say.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Friday, May 18, 2001.

Changes in sun’s intensity tied to recurrent droughts in Maya region

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Maya were talented astronomers, religiously intense in their observations of the sun, moon and planets. Now, new research shows something in the heavens may have influenced their culture and ultimately helped bring about their demise.

Filed under Research, Environment on Thursday, May 17, 2001.

With inspiration from biology, engineering smart appliances

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Think of it as “Wild Kingdom” meets “Home Improvement.”

Filed under Research, Engineering on Thursday, May 17, 2001.