Topic: Research Excellence
Innovative tool tracks early signs of hurricane formation
An AI model created by a University of Miami doctoral student has proven remarkably effective in identifying and tracking tropical easterly waves, clusters of clouds and wind that can develop into powerful hurricanes.
Gnathiids: Parasites of the sea
Deep beneath the ocean waves, researchers from the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science have uncovered the mysterious world of gnathiids—tiny, blood-feeding ocean parasites that play an important role in marine ecosystems.
AI aids in detecting rare diseases in children
Technology experts at the University of Miami Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing are working with a local AI game changer to help expedite the identification of rare genetic diseases.
Unraveling the mystery of gravity waves
A monthlong field campaign led by a University of Miami scientist and others helped shed new light on convective gravity waves that affect global circulation patterns and influence weather and climate.
Kryptonite for hurricanes
Dust from the Saharan Air Layer, which has reached South Florida, can suppress tropical cyclone development. But there’s a caveat. A University of Miami meteorologist explains how the phenomenon works.
Dr. Dipen Parekh named chief executive officer of UHealth
Parekh, an award-winning COO of UHealth, renowned surgeon scientist, and director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute has been elevated to lead patient-focused care, biomedical research, and medical education.
Exploring our changing South Florida landscape
A new grant from the Mellon Foundation is giving rise to a research project and set of courses that will explore Miami’s environmental history.