Dr. Sherrilene Classen (PI) and her team (Dr. Hongwu Wang Co-PI, Jason Rogers, Beth Gibson and Sueng-Woo Hwangbo) received funding to examine the effects of fermented papaya product (FPP) on the driving performance, of community dwelling older adults, using a high-fidelity driving simulator.

Driving rehabilitation interventions, may enable older adults to stay on the road longer and safer. These may include cognitive training, behind-the-wheel training (e.g., to sharpen driving skills), training in a driving simulator, adaptive equipment (e.g., installation of hand controls), high tech equipment (e.g., electronic components to maneuver aspects of the vehicle via push button modes); and more recently, prescription of advanced driver assistance systems (e.g., adaptive cruise control for speed control and maintaining following distance), or in-vehicle information systems (e.g., back up cameras to assist in neck range of motion limitations). However, these specialized training... READ MORE

With 43 European countries and 9 worldwide hubs, EURAXESS is the largest pan-European initiative to foster researchers’ mobility and career development. EURAXESS strengthens scientific collaboration between Europe and the global community, opening doors to endless possibilities for researchers worldwide. 

Jackson Howard is the Regional Coordinator for EURAXESS North America, responsible for Canada and the United States. His main role is to inform the community of researchers of all scientific domains and nationalities based in North America about the career opportunities that the European Research Area (ERA) offers, including European, national, and regional funding opportunities. Jackson manages the European Scientific Diasporas in North America initiative together with the EU Delegation and EU Member States & Associated Countries. 

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The Reitz North Lawn was abuzz with students, faculty, and staff alike at our latest Study Abroad Fair! Approximately 70 different departments, programs, and outside providers participated in the Fair, all with a shared goal of highlighting the many study abroad options and resources available to UF students. Those tabling included the Colleges of Agricultural & Life Sciences, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Business, and Health & Human Performance, among others! UFIC looks forward to hosting our next Study Abroad Fair next year.