SCIRC Scientists Contribute to Landmark Consensus Framework to Advance Precision Immunology in Sepsis and Critical Illness Gainesville, FL — September 30, 2025 — Researchers affiliated with the University of Florida’s Sepsis & Critical Illness Research Center (SCIRC) are proud to announce their participation in the publication of a…
Congratulations to Dr. Larissa Gutman Paranhos Langhi Prata on Receiving a KO1 Award We are proud to recognize SCIRC collaborator Larissa Gutman Paranhos Langhi Prata, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at Cedars-Sinai Medical Group, on receiving a prestigious NIH Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (K01). Her…
Dr. Philip Efron, a distinguished professor of surgery at the University of Florida, recently presented his groundbreaking research titled “TRANSCRIPTOME‐GUIDED PRECISION THERAPY FOR SURGICAL SEPSIS” at the 136th Annual Meeting of the Southern Surgical Association. His work focuses on leveraging transcriptomic data to develop precision therapies tailored…
Courtney Rodriguez-Cayro, a UF Health nurse and UF College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice student, believed lax patient oral hygiene standards were responsible for an increase in cases of pneumonia. A study she helped design setting formal oral care protocols in one unit, saw a drop in cases and…
Please join us in congratulating, Dr. Philip Efron, MD, FACS, FCCM, as the Shock Society 2024 Mentoring Award Recipient! This award recognizes outstanding contributions and dedication to the Shock Society and to the field in general. To learn more about Dr. Efron, please visit: https://surgery.med.ufl.edu/profile/efron-philip/. To learn…
Distinguished academics and researchers from various fields gathered to celebrate the UF Research Foundation (UFRF) Professorship award recipients’ achievements. Each award recipient has demonstrated extraordinary research, teaching, and service to the university community. Their dedication and passion for advancing knowledge is evident, shines through in their work, and…
The Sepsis and Critical Illness Research Center (SCIRC) announced a significant leadership transition on Wednesday. After eight years of dedicated service, first as co-director and then as director for the past year, Lyle Moldawer, Ph.D., will be stepping down, effective Sept. 1, 2023. Following this decision, the…
Dr. Philip Efron Appointed the 2024 President Elect of Shock Society It is with great excitement and pride that we share the news of Dr. Philip Efron’s achievement as the newly elected 2024 President Elect of the Shock Society. This esteemed position is a testament to Dr. Efron’s unwavering…
