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UF experts explore calorie demand of Olympic athletes

UF nutrition experts created meal plans based on how many calories Olympians — and non-athletes — might typically consume in a day.

UF Olympic Games news stories

As one of the top universities for Olympic athletes and Olympic medals, the University of Florida is a leader in interdisciplinary research and experts on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Here is a list of stories about UF's prowess at this Olympic games.

Outlook of lower-income residents bleak in June, but signs point to potential inflation reprieve

Consumer sentiment among Floridians inched up two-tenths of a point in June to 73.2 from a revised figure of 73 in May. In contrast, national consumer sentiment declined for the third consecutive month, dropping nine-tenths of a point.

We date, marry people who are attractive as we are, new analysis finds

Men and women were good at judging their own attractiveness, and tended to partner up with people who were similarly attractive

How the 1924 Paris Olympics paved the way for modern traditions

A UF researcher explains how the century-old Olympics catapulted the Games into the future 

To hire the right job candidate, humans and machines should clear up this simple miscommunication

Hiring teams need to teach machine learning algorithms how hiring works to find the best candidates.

Florida consumer sentiment shows resilience amidst national decline: Older Floridians surprisingly optimistic

Consumer sentiment in Florida edged down two-tenths of a point in May to 73.1 from a revised figure of 73.3 in April. This slight decline contrasts with the national sentiment, which plummeted 8.1 points. 

Rude at work? Feeling guilty can make you a better, kinder worker.

People tend to correct their bad behavior the next day at work.

UF experts weigh in on Olympics economy and tourism

The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place from July 26 to August 11 in Paris and will be the largest event ever organized in France, according to the International Olympic Committee.

The Conversation: Why do religious teens engage in less risky behavior?

A University of Florida research team has identified four conditions that could explain why religious teens are less likely to engage in risky behavior.

UF doctor couple shares their Executive MBA journey

Inspired by their children, Sonal and Sanjeev Tuli are enhancing their business and leadership skills with MBAs from the UF Warrington College of Business.

The Conversation: Florida’s school safety dashboard helps parents and teachers address root causes of bullying, fighting and other misbehavior

F. Chris Curran discusses how parents and schools can benefit from the dashboard and what other states might learn from it as well.

Rapidly assessing hurricane impact in forests

UF/IFAS researchers are using remote and AI technology to revolutionize the way we assess hurricane damage in forests.

Positive sentiment towards country’s future economic conditions offset by looming inflation

Consumer sentiment among Floridians ticked up 1.3 points in April to 73.3 from March’s revised figure of 72. National sentiment, on the contrary, dropped 2.2 points.

The University of Florida community celebrates the lasting legacy of Bob Graham

It's hard to imagine anyone leaving a more profound impact on the state of Florida than Daniel Robert 'Bob' Graham, whose influence is woven into the very fabric of our state.