Physiology & Aging News

The American Physiological Society Beverly Petterson Bishop Award recognizes excellence in neuroscience and neurophysiology research.

This award from the UF Graduate School recognizes Dr. Zeidan’s extraordinary achievements in research. https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7447869086904070144/…

Dr. Xiao is one of nine UF Health Cancer Institute researchers awarded pilot funding for innovative cancer research projects that aim to advance our understanding of how cancer develops and resists treatment, as well develop novel strategies for preventing cancer and personalizing treatment. Read more about this award and other recipients.

Dr. Karyn Esser receives the APS Environmental & Exercise Physiology (EEP) Section Edward F. Adolph Distinguished Lectureship award and has been invited to give her lecture at the American Physiology Summit in Minneapolis, MN. Award Description: The American Physiological Society (APS) Environmental & Exercise Physiology (EEP) Section Edward F. Adolph Distinguished…

In the article published in Scientific American, Dr. Karyn Esser explains the importance of healthy circadian rhythms and ways to minimize the detrimental effects of sleep loss associated with daylight savings. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/to-help-your-body-adjust-to-daylight-saving-time-try-sunlight-and-exercise…

In a two part interview on the Making Sense of Pregnancy Podcast, Dr. Helen Jones discusses gene therapy as a new treatment for fetal growth restrictions. Links available on the department website podcasts section. https://physiology.med.ufl.edu/news-media/#media Dr. Helen Jones…

We are thrilled to celebrate Phi Nguyen’s winning the Superior Accomplishment Award for Sustained Excellence, a testament to his exceptional dedication and all the vital roles he plays in our department’s success. From modernizing our digital learning platforms to providing expert IT and operational support, Phi’s versatile leadership and “can-do”…