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Climate change and land-use shifts have made uncontrolled and extreme wildfires one of the most serious threats to every continent on the globe, except Antarctica. AI-based technology can help combat this threat.
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$16.91B
Economic Impact
In Florida economic impact during the 2018 fiscal year.
~70%
Of Florida Undergraduates
Secure jobs or plan to start their careers in Florida.
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Once launched, the best ideas gather speed. University of Florida innovations earn national attention and acclaim.
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Among all US universities in awards from the National Science Foundation for Higher Education Research & Development in Agricultural Sciences, Natural Resources & Conservation.
$1B
2022 Research Expenditures
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95+
Diversity
Nations represented among students enrolled for fall 2020.
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