/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSun, 08 Sep 2024 00:48:25 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:11:23 New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buyFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buy/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,John Dudley,Muma College of Business/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:30:00 What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlementLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-moves-full-steam-ahead-on-its-first-ever-grant-from-the-federal-railroad-administration.aspxWith railroad employment steadily declining nationwide, USF researchers are working to stabilize the industry – funded by a $17 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, the agency’s first grant ever to be awarded to USF.Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:03:08 USF moves full steam ahead on its first-ever grant from the Federal Railroad AdministrationWith railroad employment steadily declining nationwide, USF researchers are working to stabilize the industry – funded by a $17 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, the agency’s first grant ever to be awarded to USF.Amit Bose, administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration, Dean Sanjukta Bhanja, interim dean of the USF College of Engineering and Fred Mannering, executive director of CUTR/news/2024/usf-moves-full-steam-ahead-on-its-first-ever-grant-from-the-federal-railroad-administration.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 14:03:55 USF, Florida High Tech Corridor partner to support advancement of innovationsAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxResearch and InnovationResearch and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxThe University of South Florida Foundation and the University of South Florida Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:40:22 Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologiesThe University of South Florida Foundation and the University of South Florida Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologies/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/new-study-among-viking-societies-norway-was-much-more-violent-than-denmark.aspxThe study sheds new light on how Viking Age societies in Norway and Denmark differed in their experiences with violence and the role social structures played in shaping those patterns.Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:19:19 New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than DenmarkThe study sheds new light on how Viking Age societies in Norway and Denmark differed in their experiences with violence and the role social structures played in shaping those patterns.New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than Denmark/news/2024/new-study-among-viking-societies-norway-was-much-more-violent-than-denmark.aspxResearch and InnovationJohn Dudley,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-to-extend-recruitment-for-ground-breaking-dementia-prevention-research.aspxThe Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.External ArticleWed, 21 Aug 2024 14:46:05 University of South Florida extends recruitment for ground-breaking dementia prevention studyThe Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.Man sits at computer with woman standing over his shoulderhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-to-extend-recruitment-for-ground-breaking-dementia-prevention-research.aspxResearch and InnovationUSF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspxUSF is bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:49:26 USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new facultyUSF is bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/nasas-permanent-presence-on-the-moon-could-begin-with-usf-invented-mapping-technology.aspxAs NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, USF engineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.Tue, 13 Aug 2024 13:26:07 NASA’s permanent presence on the moon could begin with USF-invented mapping technologyAs NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, USF engineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.Rocket tested at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California/news/2024/nasas-permanent-presence-on-the-moon-could-begin-with-usf-invented-mapping-technology.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxFindings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:13:25 USF study reveals voter opinions on AI, foreign election interference and political stress in the U.S.Findings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Robotic hand touches human hand through a screen/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Scienceshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/professor-creates-popular-online-ai-platform.aspxA new online platform created by USF Professor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.External ArticleMon, 12 Aug 2024 00:59:03 USF researcher helping K-12 educators incorporate AI in the classroomA new online platform created by USF Professor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.USF Professor Zafer Unalhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/professor-creates-popular-online-ai-platform.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Education/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxUsing satellite data, researchers in the USF College of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 16:28:08 Estuaries in South Florida are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global oceanUsing satellite data, researchers in the USF College of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.estuary in South Florida/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Marine Science/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 13:23:37 New USF Health partnership to combat severe health care shortage in JamaicaUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.Group of nurses in Jamaica sit at desks joined by leaders from USF Health/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Nursing,USF Health/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxFaculty at the University of South Florida traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:43:30 USF summer ventures span the globe with innovative research projectsFaculty at the University of South Florida traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.USF summer ventures span the globe with innovative research projects/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:16:05 Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiativeThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiative/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Public Health,MyUSF/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:03:10 Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, USF study revealsThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, USF study reveals/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Muma College of Business,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:47:55 USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heatThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heat/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of The Arts,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-hosts-first-ever-summer-course-on-using-voice-and-ai-as-diagnostic-tool.aspxIn collaboration with the USF AI+X Institute, USF Health is helping train the next generation of medical professionals through the launch of its first-ever course dedicated to understanding how voice can be used as a biomarker for health.Tue, 09 Jul 2024 08:00:00 USF hosts first-ever summer course on using voice and AI as a diagnostic toolIn collaboration with the USF AI+X Institute, USF Health is helping train the next generation of medical professionals through the launch of its first-ever course dedicated to understanding how voice can be used as a biomarker for health.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-hosts-first-ever-summer-course-on-using-voice-and-ai-as-diagnostic-tool.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student Success,USF HealthDonna Smith,MyUSF,One USF,USF Health/news/2024/usf-fio-remotely-operated-vehicle-deepsea-exploration-education.aspxUSF is the only university in the continental United States to own a remotely operated vehicle with such advanced capabilities, positioning it at the forefront of oceanographic research.University of South FloridaMon, 08 Jul 2024 13:00:58 USF and Florida Institute of Oceanography’s new remotely operated vehicle to advance deep-sea exploration and educationUSF is the only university in the continental United States to own a remotely operated vehicle with such advanced capabilities, positioning it at the forefront of oceanographic research.The ROV Taurus on board the Research Vessel Western Flyer./news/2024/usf-fio-remotely-operated-vehicle-deepsea-exploration-education.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Marine Science,Florida Institute of Oceanography,MyUSF/health/news/2024/gvn-collaboration.aspxThe Global Virus Network is relocating its international headquarters to the University of South Florida. With its leader, Dr. Robert Gallo, co-founder of HIV, comes his team of virologists whose expertise embody the importance of collaboration in medicine.External ArticleTue, 02 Jul 2024 10:55:47 New virology team demonstrates the global impact of research at USF HealthThe Global Virus Network is relocating its international headquarters to the University of South Florida. With its leader, Dr. Robert Gallo, co-founder of HIV, comes his team of virologists whose expertise embody the importance of collaboration in medicine.USF and Global Virus Network leaders sign an agreement at a table/health/news/2024/gvn-collaboration.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthUSF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/gallo-profile-2024.aspxAs Dr. Robert Gallo and his virology team join USF Health, learn more about the co-founder of HIV’s journey and how a family tragedy inspired him to pursue medicine.External ArticleMon, 01 Jul 2024 00:31:56 Pioneering HIV researcher to begin new journey at USFAs Dr. Robert Gallo and his virology team join USF Health, learn more about the co-founder of HIV’s journey and how a family tragedy inspired him to pursue medicine.Dr. Robert Gallo/health/news/2024/gallo-profile-2024.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMyUSF,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:33:44 Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   Researchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   /news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Department of Medical Engineering,MyUSF,USF Health/news/mindfulness-and-managing-emotions-lead-to-better-sleep.aspxA University of South Florida-led study helps explain why focusing on the present moment can improve sleep, reduce stress and improve overall health.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:53:58 Mindfulness and managing emotions lead to better sleepA University of South Florida-led study helps explain why focusing on the present moment can improve sleep, reduce stress and improve overall health.Two people meditate by the ocean/news/mindfulness-and-managing-emotions-lead-to-better-sleep.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,John Dudley,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-projects-selected-for-new-research-program-bring-the-potential-to-solve-critical-challenges.aspxFour interdisciplinary teams of USF researchers have each been awarded up to $1 million in seed funding through the Collaborative Research Excellence and Translational Efforts awards – a new initiative designed to catalyze new research and enhance USF’s impact.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:18:21 USF projects selected for new research program bring the potential to solve critical challengesFour interdisciplinary teams of USF researchers have each been awarded up to $1 million in seed funding through the Collaborative Research Excellence and Translational Efforts awards – a new initiative designed to catalyze new research and enhance USF’s impact.Les Shaw and doctoral student Emilee Muster/news/2024/usf-projects-selected-for-new-research-program-bring-the-potential-to-solve-critical-challenges.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/marine-science/news/2024/usf-trained-shipwreck-hunter-makes-another-major-discovery.aspxUsing a technique known as side-scan sonar, a team led by USF alum David Mearns and The Royal Canadian Geographical Society found Shackleton’s last ship off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.External ArticleTue, 18 Jun 2024 16:47:09 USF-trained shipwreck hunter makes major discoveryUsing a technique known as side-scan sonar, a team led by USF alum David Mearns and The Royal Canadian Geographical Society found Shackleton’s last ship off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.David Mearns and two colleagues/marine-science/news/2024/usf-trained-shipwreck-hunter-makes-another-major-discovery.aspxResearch and InnovationAlumni,College of Marine Science,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=USF+St.+Pete+Newsletter+-+June+2024%26utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.stpetersburg.usf.edu%2fnews%2f2023%2fjuneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.External ArticleMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:47:57 Juneteenth: The complicated history, significance and celebration around the struggle for freedomJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.Graphic says, "USF celebrates Juneteenth with our community" with image of Texas African American History Memorialhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=USF+St.+Pete+Newsletter+-+June+2024%26utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.stpetersburg.usf.edu%2fnews%2f2023%2fjuneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/health/news/2024/mathyk-space-2024.aspxAs a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.External ArticleWed, 12 Jun 2024 08:48:59 USF Health OB-GYN studying women’s health in spaceAs a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/mathyk-space-2024.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:23 USF using AI to help combat malariaFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.USF using AI to help combat malaria/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Department of Integrative Biology,MyUSF/health/news/2024/gallo.gvn.health.aspxThe Global Virus Network is a distinguished organization comprised of virologists from more than 40 countries. Co-founder and world-renowned scientist Dr. Robert Gallo will join USF, enhancing the university’s impact as a new member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, grow its research enterprise and further build its reputation across the world.External ArticleWed, 05 Jun 2024 14:37:05 USF selected as the international headquarters of the Global Virus Network, co-discoverer of HIV joins facultyThe Global Virus Network is a distinguished organization comprised of virologists from more than 40 countries. Co-founder and world-renowned scientist Dr. Robert Gallo will join USF, enhancing the university’s impact as a new member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, grow its research enterprise and further build its reputation across the world.USF chosen as Global Virus Network HQ; HIV co-discoverer Dr. Robert Gallo joins faculty/health/news/2024/gallo.gvn.health.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF Health,University NewsGlobal Virus Network,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-study-shows-vitamin-c-boosts-dna-damage-and-cell-death-in-melanoma-cells.aspxResearchers found that melanoma cells have more DNA damage and fewer antioxidant defenses compared to normal skin cells. When treated with hydrogen peroxide and vitamin C, melanoma cells showed even more DNA damage and higher cell death rates, while normal cells were protected.External ArticleMon, 03 Jun 2024 13:15:16 USF-led study finds hydrogen peroxide, vitamin C effective against melanomaResearchers found that melanoma cells have more DNA damage and fewer antioxidant defenses compared to normal skin cells. When treated with hydrogen peroxide and vitamin C, melanoma cells showed even more DNA damage and higher cell death rates, while normal cells were protected.Physician studies melanoma on patient's arm/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-study-shows-vitamin-c-boosts-dna-damage-and-cell-death-in-melanoma-cells.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/two-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxThe Class of 2024 represents the best of innovation in Florida, and their achievements underscore the critical role that innovation plays in driving progress and improving the quality of life for people in our state, our nation and around the world.Thu, 30 May 2024 18:06:06 Two USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of FameThe Class of 2024 represents the best of innovation in Florida, and their achievements underscore the critical role that innovation plays in driving progress and improving the quality of life for people in our state, our nation and around the world.Two students walk underneath a walkway that says, Florida Inventors Hall of Fame./news/2024/two-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Florida Inventors Hall of Fame,Kevin Watler,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.Thu, 23 May 2024 14:42:58 USF researcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual realityWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.USF researcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual reality/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Medical Engineering,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/survey-shows-voter-opinions-on-immigration-impact-of-politics-on-mental-health-and-election-distrust.aspxResearchers at the University of South Florida have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at USF, addresses how Americans feel about topics including immigration and border security, election distrust, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.Wed, 15 May 2024 13:13:14 National survey by USF researchers shows voter opinions on immigration and border security, impact of politics on mental health and election distrustResearchers at the University of South Florida have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at USF, addresses how Americans feel about topics including immigration and border security, election distrust, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.Paper survey with pencil/news/2024/survey-shows-voter-opinions-on-immigration-impact-of-politics-on-mental-health-and-election-distrust.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/hurricane-preparedness-takes-many-forms-usf-providing-support.aspxWhen a hurricane makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, it has the potential to impact the entire Tampa Bay region. That’s why USF researchers across all three campuses are involved in a number of innovative endeavors and public initiatives to better prepare communities for the next storm.USFMon, 06 May 2024 14:43:12 Hurricane preparedness takes many forms - USF providing support on all frontsWhen a hurricane makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, it has the potential to impact the entire Tampa Bay region. That’s why USF researchers across all three campuses are involved in a number of innovative endeavors and public initiatives to better prepare communities for the next storm.Hurricane Ian in 2022 approaching Florida./news/2024/hurricane-preparedness-takes-many-forms-usf-providing-support.aspxResearch and Innovation/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-student-hannah-thieryung-uses-3d-scans-to-improve-museum-accessibility.aspxWith support from USF’s Access 3D Lab, Hannah Thieryung used scanning technology to digitize the May-Stringer House, a Victorian-era home in Brooksville. She focused on the historic building’s upper floors, helping guests experience them without needing to scale the narrow 19th-century staircases.External ArticleThu, 25 Apr 2024 14:24:26 USF history student uses 3D scans to improve museum accessibilityWith support from USF’s Access 3D Lab, Hannah Thieryung used scanning technology to digitize the May-Stringer House, a Victorian-era home in Brooksville. She focused on the historic building’s upper floors, helping guests experience them without needing to scale the narrow 19th-century staircases.Student demonstrates scanning technology in front of an audience/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-student-hannah-thieryung-uses-3d-scans-to-improve-museum-accessibility.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/special-operations-forces-brain-injuries.aspxThrough its partnership with U.S. Special Operations Command, the USF Institute of Applied Engineering has co-led an illuminating study that found repeated exposure to low-level blasts is associated with signs of brain injury in Special Operations Forces. Such exposure is common throughout many military careers, including in training and operational environments.Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:34:09 Brain injuries in U.S. Special Operations Forces aren’t easy to detect, USF helping develop a solutionThrough its partnership with U.S. Special Operations Command, the USF Institute of Applied Engineering has co-led an illuminating study that found repeated exposure to low-level blasts is associated with signs of brain injury in Special Operations Forces. Such exposure is common throughout many military careers, including in training and operational environments.Maj. Kevin Tromly/news/2024/special-operations-forces-brain-injuries.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Research,Tina Meketa/business/news/2024/04-15-star-rating-study.aspxMathematically speaking, scoring 3.5 out of 5 is the same as receiving three and a half stars on a five-star scale. But visually speaking, the numbers don’t add up.External ArticleThu, 18 Apr 2024 10:26:43 Stars vs. numbers: How consumers perceive online rating formatsMathematically speaking, scoring 3.5 out of 5 is the same as receiving three and a half stars on a five-star scale. But visually speaking, the numbers don’t add up.Cell phone shows customer experience ratings/business/news/2024/04-15-star-rating-study.aspxResearch and InnovationMuma College of Business,MyUSF/news/2024/tremendous-turnout-demonstrates-usfs-growth-in-undergraduate-research.aspxThe annual research conference witnessed a notable 16% increase in student participation this year, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering collaborative discovery.Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:57:39 Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate researchThe annual research conference witnessed a notable 16% increase in student participation this year, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering collaborative discovery.Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate research/news/2024/tremendous-turnout-demonstrates-usfs-growth-in-undergraduate-research.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-resesarcher-reveals-the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-st-augustines-most-famous-attractions.aspxDavid Arbesú tediously pieced together the life of one of Florida’s founding fathers, whose believed to be the first priest in the United States and is still honored today in St. Augustine.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:00:45 USF researcher reveals the hidden story behind one of St. Augustine’s most famous attractionsDavid Arbesú tediously pieced together the life of one of Florida’s founding fathers, whose believed to be the first priest in the United States and is still honored today in St. Augustine.USF researcher reveals the hidden story behind one of St. Augustine’s most famous attractions /news/2024/usf-resesarcher-reveals-the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-st-augustines-most-famous-attractions.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Department of World Languages,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/total-solar-eclipse-trip-mackay.aspxKevin MacKay is determined to make his road trip to see a total solar eclipse better than the one he took with students in 1999. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. On April 8, MacKay will get a second chance, informing his classroom about the phenomenon in the process.External ArticleThu, 04 Apr 2024 06:30:46 Twenty-five years later, astronomy professor gets second chance to witness total solar eclipseKevin MacKay is determined to make his road trip to see a total solar eclipse better than the one he took with students in 1999. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. On April 8, MacKay will get a second chance, informing his classroom about the phenomenon in the process.Students sit on a lawn staring up at a solar eclipsehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/total-solar-eclipse-trip-mackay.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-to-advance-us-army-innovation-bolster-talent-pipeline.aspxThe University of South Florida is broadening its collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense through a formalized agreement with the U.S. Army. The five-year educational partnership agreement coalesces faculty from throughout the university to conduct critical defense research and provides student internships – helping broaden the talent pipeline for future military needs.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:27:24 New partnership will allow USF to advance U.S. Army innovation, bolster talent pipelineThe University of South Florida is broadening its collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense through a formalized agreement with the U.S. Army. The five-year educational partnership agreement coalesces faculty from throughout the university to conduct critical defense research and provides student internships – helping broaden the talent pipeline for future military needs.Jing Wang, professor of electrical engineering, and Ugur Guneroglu, graduate student, working on micromachined on-chip microwave acoustic resonators and filters for integrated RF and microwave front end systems./news/2024/usf-to-advance-us-army-innovation-bolster-talent-pipeline.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2024/usf-research-reveals-language-barriers-limit-effectiveness-of-cybersecurity-resources.aspxThe study explores links among demographic characteristics, cyber hygiene practices and cyber victimization using a sample of limited English proficiency internet users.Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:17:32 USF research reveals language barriers limit effectiveness of cybersecurity resourcesThe study explores links among demographic characteristics, cyber hygiene practices and cyber victimization using a sample of limited English proficiency internet users.Two study leaders speak to participants in a computer lab/news/2024/usf-research-reveals-language-barriers-limit-effectiveness-of-cybersecurity-resources.aspxResearch and InnovationCybersecurity,John Dudley,USF Sarasota-Manatee/marine-science/news/2024/sea-urchin-killer-spreads-to-new-species-region.aspxA parasite that devastated long-spined sea urchins in the Caribbean and Florida in 2022 has caused another die-off more than 7,000 miles away in the Sea of Oman. The discovery, led by researchers at the USF College of Marine Science reveals how the spread of a microscopic pathogen threatens sea urchin populations and coral reefs around the world.External ArticleTue, 26 Mar 2024 00:18:37 Sea urchin killer spreads to new species, regionA parasite that devastated long-spined sea urchins in the Caribbean and Florida in 2022 has caused another die-off more than 7,000 miles away in the Sea of Oman. The discovery, led by researchers at the USF College of Marine Science reveals how the spread of a microscopic pathogen threatens sea urchin populations and coral reefs around the world.Sea urchin on piece of coral/marine-science/news/2024/sea-urchin-killer-spreads-to-new-species-region.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Marine Science/news/2024/usf-opens-cutting-edge-lab-aimed-at-rapidly-providing-military-solutions.aspxManaged by USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering, the new Rapid Experimentation Lab provides a unique, collaborative space to rapidly test concepts for the U.S. Department of Defense.Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:36:46 USF opens cutting-edge lab aimed at rapidly providing military solutionsManaged by USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering, the new Rapid Experimentation Lab provides a unique, collaborative space to rapidly test concepts for the U.S. Department of Defense.Group walks through Institute of Applied Engineering lab/news/2024/usf-opens-cutting-edge-lab-aimed-at-rapidly-providing-military-solutions.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,Kevin Watler,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-research-funding-reaches-record-high-692-million.aspxResearch funding awarded to USF reached an all-time high of $692 million in fiscal year 2023, representing an increase of nearly 27% from the previous year and elevating USF’s stature as one of the nation’s most research-intensive universities.Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:00:00 USF research funding reaches record high of $692 millionResearch funding awarded to USF reached an all-time high of $692 million in fiscal year 2023, representing an increase of nearly 27% from the previous year and elevating USF’s stature as one of the nation’s most research-intensive universities.USF research funding reaches record high of $692 million/news/2024/usf-research-funding-reaches-record-high-692-million.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,College of Nursing,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/human-trafficking-research-lab-receives-three-million-in-federal-support.aspxThe funds will go towards the development of a statewide database to assist law-enforcement in human trafficking investigations and the expansion of an online platform to provide critical resources to survivors.External ArticleWed, 13 Mar 2024 14:24:23 USF’s human trafficking research lab receives nearly $3 million in federal support to build and enhance anti-trafficking toolsThe funds will go towards the development of a statewide database to assist law-enforcement in human trafficking investigations and the expansion of an online platform to provide critical resources to survivors.University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus buildinghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/human-trafficking-research-lab-receives-three-million-in-federal-support.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsMyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-helping-develop-comprehensive-plan-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-across-tampa-bay.aspxUSF researchers are collaborating with community members and leaders across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties to develop a plan that could reduce greenhouse gases up to 63% by 2050 if Tampa Bay.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:15:38 USF helping develop comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Tampa BayUSF researchers are collaborating with community members and leaders across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties to develop a plan that could reduce greenhouse gases up to 63% by 2050 if Tampa Bay.USF helping develop comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Tampa Bay /news/2024/usf-helping-develop-comprehensive-plan-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-across-tampa-bay.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Patel College of Global Sustainability/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-corridor-collaboration-supports-infrastructure-innovation-vaccine.aspxUSF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor are partnering to provide $100,000 to support the advancement of technologies developed by USF researchers.External ArticleMon, 11 Mar 2024 09:26:00 USF, Corridor collaboration supports infrastructure innovation, vaccine development and infection fighting strategiesUSF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor are partnering to provide $100,000 to support the advancement of technologies developed by USF researchers.The Florida High Tech Corridor, early-stage innovation fund./research-innovation/news/2024/usf-corridor-collaboration-supports-infrastructure-innovation-vaccine.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/weedon-island-radar-dig.aspxUSF anthropology students are using ground-penetrating radar to help locate objects under the surface at Weedon Island Preserve. The nature preserve is located along the western shore of Tampa Bay in Pinellas County. It is considered one of the most significant archaeological sites in Florida.External ArticleTue, 05 Mar 2024 08:28:08 New research uses ground-penetrating radar at Weedon Island archaeological siteUSF anthropology students are using ground-penetrating radar to help locate objects under the surface at Weedon Island Preserve. The nature preserve is located along the western shore of Tampa Bay in Pinellas County. It is considered one of the most significant archaeological sites in Florida.Ground penetrating radarhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/weedon-island-radar-dig.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessUSF St. Petersburg/research-innovation/news/2024/three-startups-receive-brag-grants-to-commercialize-new-inventions-and-antibiotics.aspxAn AI-driven technology that can improve communication abilities for individuals with speech or language impairments, a new surface coating that reduces heat retention to cool surfaces during hot weather and a novel medicine to combat antibiotic resistance are the products of three start-up companies that have recently received Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants.External ArticleMon, 04 Mar 2024 13:14:56 Three USF start-ups receive grants to commercialize new inventions and antibioticsAn AI-driven technology that can improve communication abilities for individuals with speech or language impairments, a new surface coating that reduces heat retention to cool surfaces during hot weather and a novel medicine to combat antibiotic resistance are the products of three start-up companies that have recently received Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants.iNur Technologies device/research-innovation/news/2024/three-startups-receive-brag-grants-to-commercialize-new-inventions-and-antibiotics.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation,USF Foundation