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Positively Impacting the World

When the world looks to answer the questions facing today’s most challenging programs, our world-renowned faculty are sought for their expertise. Here are some of our recent contributions to the news that shapes our world, and worlds we’ve yet to discover.

"Launch pads are as complex as rockets are"— Phil Metzger, Associate Scientist, Planetary Physicist
The Verge

"Nature has a very different way of creating color than we do"— Debashis Chanda, Researcher and Professor of Physics
Wired

"[...] have people get in contact with what we call the triggers"— Deborah C. Beidel, Ph.D., ABPP, Trustee Chair and Pegasus Professor
WSJ – The Future of Everything

We unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world.

Together, we’re building the University for the Future.

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Expert Faculty & Researchers

Our faculty and researchers are focused on solving the biggest problems facing humanity. Discover their stories and explore the groundbreaking research that’s creating meaningful change for today, and for the future.

From space technologies, simulation and immersive experiences to healthcare, energy and national security— learn more from thought leaders in each field of study.

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FEATURED RESEARCH	DETAILS
Making Lasers Faster and More Efficient.	Featuring. Dr. Peter Delfyette explains how his research with optics and lasers can improve technology for the future. learn more.
Finding Water on the Moon.	Featuring. Jillian Gloria ’22 explains how her research helps find water on the moon to better understand where astronauts can live and work safely. learn more.
Quantum Physics for Technologies of Tomorrow.	Featuring. Enrique Del Barco, explains quantum physics that propel us toward future technologies – in a simple way! learn more.

In-demand Degrees Empowering Student Success

With top-ranked programs taught by world-renowned experts, UCF prepares graduates for the tech-focused jobs of today and the emerging industries of tomorrow.

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Colleges & Campus UCF Professor Leads NSF-Supported Mentorship Program for Early-Career Hazards and Disaster Researchers Abdul-Akeem Sadiq, who previously participated in the comprehensive program as both a fellow and mentor, is now facilitating its sixth cohort to help train the…

Colleges & Campus UCF Professor Appointed to National Commission on Mathematics Instruction Lockheed Martin Eminent Scholar Chair Sarah Bush will apply her expertise to advance mathematics education in the U.S. while bridging global insights.

Colleges & Campus Enhancing Student Support: How UCF’s Knightbot Transforms the College Experience The AI-powered technology helps to improve student experience, increase enrollment and retention, and enhance operational efficiencies at UCF.

Pegasus Magazine Featured Story Robots in the Real World From smart-assistant robots that can feed people cereal to Mars-ready rovers built by UCF’s robotics club, the university is developing the minds and machines that will shape our future.

New Engineering Faculty to Support Growing Student Demand As the world needs more engineers and computer scientists, UCF strengthens its community of leading experts to teach and mentor the next generation.

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