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Official account of the University of Central Florida – a metropolitan research university built to make a better future for our students and society. #ChargeOn
Orlando, Florida
Joined January 2009
Welcome aboard, Zaheer Ali! 🚀. UCF’s new program director of space commercialization and strategy is ready to help lead the future of the space economy. Learn more about Ali’s story:
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In this new role, Ali will expand UCF’s partnerships with industry and government to develop the talent needed to sustain and advance Florida’s leadership in the space sector.
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Soldering circuits. Building a homemade telescope. Exploring the science of light. 🔬✨. That’s how Micah Terry spent a week at @CREOLatUCF — an experience that has the Orlando Science High School student “definitely considering photonics as a career.”.
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The hands-on program also introduces teenagers to the many STEM opportunities offered at UCF.
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From classrooms to control rooms. UCF — the nation’s top supplier of aerospace & defense grads — is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Energy and @FAMU_1887 to train the next generation of nuclear engineers. ⚡ #KeepFloridaFirst
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The goal is to develop a pipeline of nuclear engineers and scientists who can protect the nation’s nuclear stockpile.
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Through a unique partnership between @UCFMed and @UCFCECS, students are gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of medicine and technology — preparing them for a rapidly evolving field.
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A unique partnership between UCF’s College of Medicine and College of Engineering and Computer Science is allowing students to better prepare for a multidisciplinary medical field.
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UCF has named Marc Mendonca as associate vice president for research and scholarship. He’ll lead internal research initiatives, funding programs and guide @ResearchUCF. Read more about his vision:
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Mendonca will support the UCF research enterprise by overseeing funding programs and initiatives, including centers, institutes and core facilities.
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As global tech accelerates, advanced hypersonic propulsion systems remain critical to U.S. national defense. 🚀 UCF and @AFOSR are helping lead the charge. #KeepFloridaFirst
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Advanced hypersonic propulsion systems are a national priority and are essential to maintaining U.S. national defense as global technological advancements continue to evolve.
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The @UCFMed welcomed 121 students with its traditional White Coat Ceremony — recognizing them as physicians in training. Inspired by UCF’s innovation, community and Dean Deborah German’s passion for patient-first care — they’re ready to make a difference.
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An incredible 121 students were welcomed to the College of Medicine with research in areas that include cancer, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and asthma.
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AI is transforming the future of farming. @USDA tapped into @UCFCECS and @UCFCRCV experts to develop tech that boosts efficiency, cuts costs and supports generations of farmers. 🌱🤖. #KeepFloridaFirst .
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The study will examine technologies to improve the industry’s field operations, allowing for more accurate and informed agricultural decisions.
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Army strong. Robot ready. Tristan Koopman is combining his service experience and mechanical engineering degree to build real-world robotics — powered by everything he learned at UCF and Northrop Grumman.
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U.S. Army Reservist Tristan Koopman’s mechanical engineering degree and experience with Northrop Grumman is helping him pursue his dreams of building advanced robotics.
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Backed by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, UCF’s CREOL is advancing photonic tech by identifying and characterizing space debris, improving communication between satellites, tracking stars and planets that orbit black holes. #KeepFloridaFirst
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Students and researchers with the passion to explore the final frontier have new opportunities at the College of Optics and Photonics.
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Two-time @UCF_Nursing grad is improving health outcomes 🥼. Eunice Oladepe Ojo ’21DNP is tackling the nursing faculty shortage — and working to prevent the leading cause of injury-related death among older adults in the U.S.
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With her second doctoral degree in nursing from UCF, Eunice Oladepe Ojo ’21DNP will address the shortage of nursing faculty and the leading cause of injury-related deaths among older adults in the...
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UCF is pushing the limits of assistive tech 🤖. With federal funding, our researchers are developing robotics to support stroke and multiple sclerosis patients on their path to independence. #KeepFloridaFirst
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The robots can help adults with upper extremity disabilities to perform essential tasks like eating and grooming.
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“Here’s your cheat code — choose kindness. You can never go wrong with being kind. Lead with empathy. Seek to bring out the best in others — invest in them” said Nicholas Abrahams ’20MNM, president and CEO of the Winter Park Health Foundation.
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Elizabeth Ellis ’02, senior program manager at @blueorigin, shares advice for the future: “Define what success means to you. Reflect on what makes you feel accomplished. Celebrate your milestones — both large and small — and show yourself grace along the way.”
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Driving change through innovation and investment 👏. UCF faculty member Carolina Cruz-Neira and alumna Yvette Kanouff were named to the Forbes 2025 50 Over 50 list for their impact in tech and leadership.
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The honorees include a modeling and simulation faculty member who is a VR pioneer, as well as an alumna who has made impacts in tech, TV, and startup funding.
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Congratulations to the class of 2025! 🎓. This summer, our graduates will be inspired by industry leaders at the forefront of innovation in health and space — advancing community well-being, streamlining launches and making space more accessible.
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Three distinguished alumni speakers are making a big impact in space and philanthropy.
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