/research-innovation/news/Recent posts from News Storiesen-usFri, 26 Jun 2026 09:58:29 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.External ArticleMon, 22 Jun 2026 15:06:04 New USF study reveals the hidden toll of financial sextortion on teenage boys and menA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.Male using their smartphone/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.External ArticleThu, 18 Jun 2026 09:25:39 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health secures new funding to advance research on promising liver cancer drugAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.liver cancer/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxHealth,Research/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 13:11:48 Resilience and resolve drive marine researchers in the wake of disasterAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II showing appreciation for the community’s support aboard the craft, holding signage that reads "St. Pete Strong"/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxResearch/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.External ArticleTue, 09 Jun 2026 00:32:27 How eye movements and brain activity shape reading comprehensionReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.eye test/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxResearch/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxA devastating fire displaced researchers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.External ArticleMon, 08 Jun 2026 00:39:36 After devastating fire, USF oceanographers race to keep hurricane forecasts on trackA devastating fire displaced researchers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.boat/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.External ArticleFri, 05 Jun 2026 08:51:27 91³Ô¹ÏÍø expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatmentA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.underwater diver/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.External ArticleFri, 05 Jun 2026 00:47:31 91³Ô¹ÏÍø invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternativeA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.glaucoma test/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxHealth,Innovation/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 10:51:07 70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouseSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.collage of 91³Ô¹ÏÍø photos/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:58:11 91³Ô¹ÏÍø invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impactThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Dayane Reis/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/florida-inventors-hall-of-fame-honors-2026-inductees.aspxThe Florida Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 inductees: ten pioneering inventors whose groundbreaking contributions span fields including telecommunications, cancer immunotherapy, patient monitoring, orthopedic surgery, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence, photonics, plasma science, semiconductor devices and minimally invasive medical technologies.Wed, 20 May 2026 14:48:23 Florida Inventors Hall of Fame honors 2026 inductees: Celebrating breakthrough innovators shaping the futureThe Florida Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 inductees: ten pioneering inventors whose groundbreaking contributions span fields including telecommunications, cancer immunotherapy, patient monitoring, orthopedic surgery, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence, photonics, plasma science, semiconductor devices and minimally invasive medical technologies.Florida Inventors Hall of Fame 2026 inductees/research-innovation/news/2026/florida-inventors-hall-of-fame-honors-2026-inductees.aspxHonors and Awards,Innovation/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-selected-nsf-grfp.aspxTwo graduating seniors and three current graduate students from USF have been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive funding support for their graduate degrees. From engineering solutions to sustainability challenges to investigating occupational health, this year’s recipients are positioned to be leaders in their fields.External ArticleTue, 19 May 2026 11:46:39 Five USF 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Selected for National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship ProgramTwo graduating seniors and three current graduate students from USF have been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive funding support for their graduate degrees. From engineering solutions to sustainability challenges to investigating occupational health, this year’s recipients are positioned to be leaders in their fields.NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-selected-nsf-grfp.aspxStudent Research/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.External ArticleMon, 18 May 2026 00:38:27 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers want to clear the air on traffic pollution in TampaIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxResearch/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.External ArticleThu, 14 May 2026 10:25:20 Be positive: 91³Ô¹ÏÍø shows your heart will thank youPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.External ArticleWed, 13 May 2026 13:24:22 91³Ô¹ÏÍø experts available to discuss hurricane-related topics as El Niño shapes outlook for 2026 seasonExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.External ArticleFri, 08 May 2026 00:40:11 What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreakReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.Test tube /health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxHealth,Research/news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø in USF's biomedical engineering program are bringing ideas to life through hands on, industry sponsored design projects. For seniors in the program, this rewarding experience culminated in their capstone presentation. Fourteen prototypes were presented to eager faculty and industry partners, showcasing the graduates' year of hard work.External ArticleMon, 04 May 2026 11:11:41 Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to USF biomedical engineering seniorsExternal Article Title91³Ô¹ÏÍø in USF's biomedical engineering program are bringing ideas to life through hands on, industry sponsored design projects. For seniors in the program, this rewarding experience culminated in their capstone presentation. Fourteen prototypes were presented to eager faculty and industry partners, showcasing the graduates' year of hard work.Biomedical engineering seniors/news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.aspxInnovation/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.Mon, 04 May 2026 08:25:34 91³Ô¹ÏÍø-led innovations tackle cybersecurity and health challenges with early-stage fundingThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.EverGait device/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxHonors and Awards,Innovation/research-innovation/news/2026/students-showcase-discovery-and-innovation-at-2026-oneusf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxThe conference transformed USF into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across USF’s three campuses.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:06:58 91³Ô¹ÏÍø showcase discovery and innovation at 2026 OneUSF Undergraduate Research ConferenceThe conference transformed USF into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across USF’s three campuses.Undergraduate research award winners on the St. Pete campus/research-innovation/news/2026/students-showcase-discovery-and-innovation-at-2026-oneusf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxStudent Research/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 91³Ô¹ÏÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.External ArticleThu, 23 Apr 2026 10:07:47 Rethinking augmented reality for children: USF study finds key design gapMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 91³Ô¹ÏÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.Augmented reality technology/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/research-devlopment-institute-fellow-russell-wyland-to-write-field-guide-to-humanities-grant-writing.aspxAfter a 35-year career at the National Endowment for Humanities, Russell M. Wyland joins the USF Research Development Institute as its inaugural Senior Fellow.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:45:19 Research Development Institute Senior Fellow Russell Wyland to write field guide to humanities grant writingAfter a 35-year career at the National Endowment for Humanities, Russell M. Wyland joins the USF Research Development Institute as its inaugural Senior Fellow.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2026/research-devlopment-institute-fellow-russell-wyland-to-write-field-guide-to-humanities-grant-writing.aspxHonors and Awards,Research/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 00:34:36 Tracking decades of ecological changes in South Florida’s marine environmentFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.South Florida Ecosystem Restoration/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/research-development-review-article-co-authored-by-rdi-karen-walker-defines-competitive-intelligence-for-higher-education.aspxA new scholarly paper co-authored by Karen Walker, competitive intelligence associate director at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Research Development Institute, and Alba Clivati McIntyre, policy and planning analyst for the University of Wisconsin’s Collective for Research Impact and Social Partnerships, is helping shape how universities nationwide think about strategy, funding and research growth.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:10 Research Development Review paper, co-authored by RDI’s Karen Walker, defines competitive intelligence for higher educationA new scholarly paper co-authored by Karen Walker, competitive intelligence associate director at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Research Development Institute, and Alba Clivati McIntyre, policy and planning analyst for the University of Wisconsin’s Collective for Research Impact and Social Partnerships, is helping shape how universities nationwide think about strategy, funding and research growth.Karen Walker and Alba McIntyre/research-innovation/news/2026/research-development-review-article-co-authored-by-rdi-karen-walker-defines-competitive-intelligence-for-higher-education.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise across seven colleges and ten departments, with research spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work, reflecting the breadth of scholarship across both scientific and creative fields.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 91³Ô¹ÏÍø honors 11 faculty members with research and innovation awardsRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise across seven colleges and ten departments, with research spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work, reflecting the breadth of scholarship across both scientific and creative fields.Faculty award winners/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxHonors and Awards/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-how-usf-scientists-are-shaping-space-research.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.External ArticleFri, 10 Apr 2026 09:31:20 Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientists91³Ô¹ÏÍø scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.Artemis II/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-how-usf-scientists-are-shaping-space-research.aspxInnovation/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.External ArticleThu, 09 Apr 2026 09:40:28 91³Ô¹ÏÍø and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national securityThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.By Light Professional IT Services LLC/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxInnovation/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.External ArticleTue, 07 Apr 2026 10:09:13 U.S. News & World Report ranks more than 40 USF graduate programs among the nation’s best91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.Graduate programs ranked inside the top 100/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspxHonors and Awards/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, USF has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2026 11:10:47 Two USF 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Named 2026 Goldwater Scholars91³Ô¹ÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, USF has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.91³Ô¹ÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxHonors and Awards/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspx#:~:text=They're%20developing%20an%20experimental,year%20research%20agreement%20last%20year.Thousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.External ArticleWed, 01 Apr 2026 15:12:03 91³Ô¹ÏÍø engineers develop radio-frequency training tech for U.S. Army under expansive partnershipThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.Electromagnetic training device/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspx#:~:text=They're%20developing%20an%20experimental,year%20research%20agreement%20last%20year.Research/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.External ArticleWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:59:31 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health, TGH to use state innovation funds for rural cancer careThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-doctoral-student-receives-guy-harvey-fellowship-for-marine-science-research.aspxKylee Rullo-Soletti is one of eight recipients of the $5,000 fellowship provided jointly by the Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Sea Grant to support research inititiatives and promote efforts to protect coastal and marine habitats and species.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:58:20 91³Ô¹ÏÍø doctoral student receives Guy Harvey Fellowship for marine science researchKylee Rullo-Soletti is one of eight recipients of the $5,000 fellowship provided jointly by the Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Sea Grant to support research inititiatives and promote efforts to protect coastal and marine habitats and species.Kylee/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-doctoral-student-receives-guy-harvey-fellowship-for-marine-science-research.aspxHonors and Awards,Student Research/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:39:32 Five USF faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science91³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.2025 AAAS Class of Fellows/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxHonors and Awardshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 13:39:27 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) studyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxResearch/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxHigher education institutions are expanding hands-on learning opportunities to help close the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 09:27:23 New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gapHigher education institutions are expanding hands-on learning opportunities to help close the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs.Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:14:25 Discovery of first St. Patrick’s Day leads to museum exhibition on the Irish in Florida91³Ô¹ÏÍø historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxResearch/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:02:51 91³Ô¹ÏÍø explores the rise of telehealth-prescribed stimulants91³Ô¹ÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.Telehealth services /news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxInnovation/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.External ArticleWed, 11 Mar 2026 10:10:26 Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at 91³Ô¹ÏÍøThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxHealth,Research/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 11:48:16 91³Ô¹ÏÍø activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxThe think tank marked its first anniversary during the Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum on January 30.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:17:25 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Future of Food Think Tank: One Year In—Growing a Movement and Converting Projects into ImpactThe think tank marked its first anniversary during the Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum on January 30.Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxResearch/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.External ArticleFri, 06 Mar 2026 10:08:07 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.Toxoplasma gondii /news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch/engineering/news/2026/florida-semiconductor-institute-recognizes-usf-engineering.aspxAshok Kumar awarded for sustained leadership in advancing semiconductor research, education, and workforce development across the state.External ArticleWed, 04 Mar 2026 10:31:33 Florida Semiconductor Institute recognizes USF engineering program and professorAshok Kumar awarded for sustained leadership in advancing semiconductor research, education, and workforce development across the state.91³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Engineering’s NSF Research Traineeship program/engineering/news/2026/florida-semiconductor-institute-recognizes-usf-engineering.aspxHonors and Awards/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxNAI’s Senior Member recognition program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society and economic progress.Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:50 National Academy of Inventors names six USF faculty to its 2026 class of senior membersNAI’s Senior Member recognition program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society and economic progress.NAI Senior Members Class of 2026/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxHonors and Awards/health/news/2026/usf-mcom-top-10-blue-ridge-rankings.aspxTwo USF Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.External ArticleFri, 20 Feb 2026 14:22:50 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine claims two national Top 10 rankings in NIH fundingTwo USF Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine /health/news/2026/usf-mcom-top-10-blue-ridge-rankings.aspxHonors and Awards/engineering/news/2026/usf-expands-footprint-in-space-research.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø is expanding its role in Florida’s growing space economy through new engineering faculty expertise, AI-driven research, and admission into the Florida University Space Research Consortium.External ArticleThu, 19 Feb 2026 09:54:31 91³Ô¹ÏÍø expands its footprint in space research91³Ô¹ÏÍø is expanding its role in Florida’s growing space economy through new engineering faculty expertise, AI-driven research, and admission into the Florida University Space Research Consortium.Engineering faculty/engineering/news/2026/usf-expands-footprint-in-space-research.aspxResearch/news/2026/tampa-bay-partnership-usf-muma-college-of-business-researchers-unveil-tampa-bay-region-economic-competitiveness-data.aspxState of the Region reports show continuing growth in education and innovation, detail the impacts of housing affordability issue.External ArticleTue, 17 Feb 2026 15:06:20 Tampa Bay Partnership, USF Muma College of Business researchers unveil Tampa Bay region economic competitiveness dataState of the Region reports show continuing growth in education and innovation, detail the impacts of housing affordability issue.Tampa Bay/news/2026/tampa-bay-partnership-usf-muma-college-of-business-researchers-unveil-tampa-bay-region-economic-competitiveness-data.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍøers are challenging AI to think and debate in ways that resemble human reasoning. They have developed a framework with the ability to hold a belief and then encounter opposing viewpoints, similar to situations people find themselves in.External ArticleFri, 13 Feb 2026 09:26:53 From flattery to debate: 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers training AI to mirror human reasoningExternal Article Title91³Ô¹ÏÍøers are challenging AI to think and debate in ways that resemble human reasoning. They have developed a framework with the ability to hold a belief and then encounter opposing viewpoints, similar to situations people find themselves in.AI Computing /news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspxResearch/news/2026/tampa-bay-regions-members-of-congress-secure-14-million-in-new-funding-for-seven-projects-at-usf.aspxThese federal dollars support seven different projects across all USF campuses and USF Health, including initiatives that will benefit student success, military veterans and critical research in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, brain health and environmental sciences.External ArticleThu, 12 Feb 2026 15:18:56 Tampa Bay region’s members of Congress secure $14 million in new funding for seven projects 91³Ô¹ÏÍøThese federal dollars support seven different projects across all USF campuses and USF Health, including initiatives that will benefit student success, military veterans and critical research in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, brain health and environmental sciences.Congress/news/2026/tampa-bay-regions-members-of-congress-secure-14-million-in-new-funding-for-seven-projects-at-usf.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxThe USF Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.External ArticleFri, 06 Feb 2026 14:12:54 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health launches nation’s first fully integrated institute for voice, hearing and swallowing care and researchThe USF Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation /health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxHealth/world/news/2026/top-producer-fulbright-scholars.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø is the only public university in Florida to be recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars this year. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s premier international academic exchange program, providing faculty the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad.External ArticleWed, 04 Feb 2026 13:09:03 91³Ô¹ÏÍø earns national distinction as a leading producer of Fulbright Scholars91³Ô¹ÏÍø is the only public university in Florida to be recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars this year. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s premier international academic exchange program, providing faculty the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad.Fulbright Scholars/world/news/2026/top-producer-fulbright-scholars.aspxHonors and Awards/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory – and could transform brain health for millions.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 09:41:47 How cell phone research 91³Ô¹ÏÍø sparked a new approach to treating Alzheimer’s diseaseWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory – and could transform brain health for millions.woman wearing TEMT-RF head cap/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxHealth,Innovation,Research/health/news/2026/3d-printing-zille-01292025.aspxSurgeons 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health and Tampa General Hospital are rehearsing high-risk procedures on 3D-printed replicas of their patients’ own organs. Take a look inside their cutting-edge lab where scans become lifesaving tools.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 09:36:51 3D printing transforms how USF Health surgeons prepare for complex proceduresSurgeons 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health and Tampa General Hospital are rehearsing high-risk procedures on 3D-printed replicas of their patients’ own organs. Take a look inside their cutting-edge lab where scans become lifesaving tools.organ replicas/health/news/2026/3d-printing-zille-01292025.aspxHealth,Innovation