Current Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Nicotine Pouch and THC Beverage use among College Students

This project will involve in-depth interviews of at least 20 college students in Florida who have used or currently use nicotine pouches (e.g., Zyn) and THC beverages. The project’s specific aim is to identify perceptions of such products, intentions and motives to use such products, and the role of advertising in influencing intentions and motives to use. 

Supervisor: Dr. Francis Dalisay

Weekly time commitment: Around 5 hours per week

Compensation: It can be either for course credit or paid (around $1,000 per student for the semester). 

Number of students needed: 2-3 

How to Apply: Contact Dr. Dalisay (f.dalisay@ufl.edu)

AI News and Fake News Detection Model

We are developing an innovative framework to tackle the growing problem of fake news and its impact on society. By integrating the expertise of both journalism and computer science, our approach focuses on analyzing and generating fake news articles. Our framework aims to uncover key patterns and dynamics within fake news narratives, offering deep insights into the structure and spread of misinformation. Through this work, we are providing a resource for improving detection algorithms and helping policymakers and platforms combat disinformation more effectively. This research is crucial for understanding the evolving nature of fake news and creating strategies to mitigate its harmful effects on democracy and journalism.

Supervisor: Dr. Seungahn Nah

Weekly time commitment: 15 hours for the summer semester and 10 hours for the fall semester

Compensation: 3 credit hours

Number of students needed: 4 for Spring Semester 2026

How to Apply: Send a resume and a statement of interest to snah@ufl.edu.

CJC Stem Translational Communication Center Undergraduate Research Immersion Program

Students will gain an in-depth understanding of research by receiving hands-on training on projects conducted in the STEM Translational Communication Center (STCC).  They will learn about UF’s Institutional Review Board (IRB), assist with the recruitment of and learn how to communicate with study participants, learn how to moderate focus groups, and subsequently with the data collection and qualitative coding. The program is open to all UF undergraduate students.

This page will continue to be updated as opportunities arise.