/news/Recent posts from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Newsen-usSat, 08 Aug 2026 04:58:44 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/usf-scientists-advance-space-agriculture.aspxSpace isn’t known for rich soil or ideal agricultural conditions anywhere in the solar system. Yet amid extreme temperatures and vast distances, multidisciplinary teams at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø are collaborating on sustainable space agriculture projects with potential applications back on Earth.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:21:16 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø scientists advance space agriculture for future moon and Mars missionsSpace isn’t known for rich soil or ideal agricultural conditions anywhere in the solar system. Yet amid extreme temperatures and vast distances, multidisciplinary teams at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø are collaborating on sustainable space agriculture projects with potential applications back on Earth.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-scientists-advance-space-agriculture.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Joey Garcia/news/2026/national-geographic-museum-showcases-usf-professors-bronze-dinosaur-sculpture.aspxAfter more than 20 years of research, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Associate Professor Ryan Carney unveiled the world's most scientifically accurate 3D reconstruction of Archaeopteryx at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration. The project helped answer longstanding questions about the iconic fossil species that links dinosaurs and birds.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:47:04 National Geographic Museum of Exploration showcases ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø professor’s bronze reconstruction of iconic 'first bird' dinosaurAfter more than 20 years of research, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Associate Professor Ryan Carney unveiled the world's most scientifically accurate 3D reconstruction of Archaeopteryx at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration. The project helped answer longstanding questions about the iconic fossil species that links dinosaurs and birds.Archaeopteryx on display/news/2026/national-geographic-museum-showcases-usf-professors-bronze-dinosaur-sculpture.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists backed by a $2.5 million NIH grant, are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:51:30 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatmentA remote Antarctic expedition has brought ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists backed by a $2.5 million NIH grant, are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø diver collecting sea squirts on the arctic floor /news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxA new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:36:02 New ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø study reveals the hidden toll of financial sextortion on teenage boys and menA new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Joey Garcia/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:31:00 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.Woman wearing an EEG cap looking at a screen/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Department of Psychology,Joey Garcia/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxSince its founding in 1956, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 70 years of discovery: How ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø built a research powerhouseSince its founding in 1956, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspx70th Anniversary,Research and InnovationJoey Garcia/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:09:53 Be positive: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research shows your heart will thank youPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.positive practices such as journaling and using smart devices to lower heart disease /news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Joey Garcia/news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.aspxStudents in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø'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.Mon, 04 May 2026 10:33:40 Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø biomedical engineering seniorsStudents in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø'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 senior presenting her capstone project /news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.aspxResearch and InnovationBiomedical Engineering,College of Engineering,Joey Garcia,Morsani College of Medicine/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:37:43 Rethinking augmented reality for children: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø study finds key design gapMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Joey Garcia/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:18:13 How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adultsSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Muma College of Business/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:27:20 Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø scientistsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,School of Geosciences/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:19:19 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø powering Florida research on air taxisOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Joey Garcia/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:40:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research explores the rise of telehealth-prescribed stimulantsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Public Health,Joey Garcia/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:14:10 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Morsani College of Medicine,Research and Innovation/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxDespite the common fear of spiders, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:20:26 Unraveling the web of brown recluse myths in FloridaDespite the common fear of spiders, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Brown Recluse Spider /news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,Research and Innovation/news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are challenging AI to think and debate more like humans. Their new framework lets systems hold a belief and confront opposing viewpoints, similar to real human discussions.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:47:38 From flattery to debate: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers training AI to mirror human reasoningºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are challenging AI to think and debate more like humans. Their new framework lets systems hold a belief and confront opposing viewpoints, similar to real human discussions.doctoral student Onur Bilgin and his AI belief's framework /news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Joey Garcia/news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:44:54 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-engineered material uses sunlight to combat Florida's red tideWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.fish kills as a result of red tide /news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Arts and Sciences,Experts Guide,Joey Garcia