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Too many – or too few – job demands can spoil a good night’s sleep
A new study by researchers at the University of South Florida reveals that the relationship between work demands and a good night’s rest is nuanced. Conventional wisdom that suggests that people with the most demanding jobs would have the most trouble sleeping isn't necessarily true.
November 29, 2022Research and Innovation
USF Research & Innovation, Florida High Tech Corridor invest in undergraduate research across USF
Through the newly formed Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 150 students will receive paid research engagements, training and opportunities to present their work.
November 21, 2022Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF faculty experts say inflation, changes in shopping behavior make holiday spending tough to predict
This week traditionally kicks off the holiday shopping season, including Black Friday sales followed by Cyber Monday specials that drive some of the busiest retail activity of the year. But faculty experts from the University of South Florida say it could be difficult to predict what might happen.
November 21, 2022Research and Innovation
Termites are key wood decomposers and could play a significant role in future ecosystems
In an international study, USF researchers helped determine that termites are pivotal when it comes to breaking down wood, contributing to the earth's carbon cycle.
November 16, 2022Research and Innovation
USF faculty experts available for interviews on holiday trends, including shopping and travel
Expectations for the season: travel and toy costs up, COVID-19 could still impact availability of some items.
November 14, 2022Research and Innovation
New USF patent creates digital alibis
The technology is the first of its kind to create and verify an unforgeable alibi that can be used in a variety of ways, including criminal justice.
November 14, 2022Research and Innovation
As midterms approach, USF researchers release findings from Florida public opinion survey regarding impact of inflation
Researchers at the University of South Florida have released results from a statewide survey that measures public opinion on the impact of inflation and attitudes toward government responses to the rising costs of goods and services.
November 1, 2022Research and Innovation
With virtual and augmented reality becoming more prominent, the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation is expanding its research efforts to explore the use of virtual and augmented reality in medical simulation training.
November 1, 2022Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF and Florida Inventors Hall of Fame launch new program to inspire next generation of inventors
The program will provide students of all ages with innovative learning opportunities guided by inventor mentors and resources to develop their ideas.
October 26, 2022Research and Innovation
USF researchers release findings from Florida public opinion survey on key midterm issues, approval ratings and future elections
The statewide survey measures public opinion on several key issues heading into the upcoming election, favorability ratings of candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, presidential/gubernatorial job approval, and perceptions of the Democratic and Republican parties.
October 25, 2022Research and Innovation
The National Science Foundation has awarded USF researchers funding to develop simulations that improve students’ understanding and education outcomes in general physics courses.
October 19, 2022Research and Innovation
Warming oceans likely to shrink the viable habitat of many marine animals – but not all
A study from the USF College of Marine Science is the first to drill down into the relationship between oxygen, temperature and the metabolic requirements of vertical migrators, which include billions of marine animals from tiny crustaceans to the jumbo squid.
October 18, 2022Research and Innovation