/news/Recent posts from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Newsen-usSat, 08 Aug 2026 21:06:03 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2026/what-floridians-need-to-know-about-the-growing-cyclosporiasis-outbreak.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeDr. Kami Kim explains cyclosporiasis, how to recognize its symptoms, who is at risk and what else Floridians need to know.External ArticleMon, 20 Jul 2026 14:07:40 What Floridians need to know about the growing cyclosporiasis outbreakDr. Kami Kim explains cyclosporiasis, how to recognize its symptoms, who is at risk and what else Floridians need to know.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/what-floridians-need-to-know-about-the-growing-cyclosporiasis-outbreak.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.Wed, 20 May 2026 10:18:26 Three pioneering ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty members to be inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of FameTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.Florida Inventors Hall of Fame/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationAlthea Johnson,Moffitt Cancer Center,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Research/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/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/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 00:50:03 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health launches nation’s first fully integrated institute for voice, hearing and swallowing care and researchThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Group cuts ribbon for ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspxAs flu cases rise across the country, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health virologist Dr. Michael Teng explains what makes this season unique and how you can best take care of yourself and your family.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:32:59 Why is the flu so bad this year?As flu cases rise across the country, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health virologist Dr. Michael Teng explains what makes this season unique and how you can best take care of yourself and your family.Woman sits on a couch blowing her nose/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Ryan Hughes,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.External ArticleThu, 18 Dec 2025 09:00:43 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers seeking better, safer alternatives to current opioid drugsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.Laura M. Bohn/health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxThis innovation allows surgeons to perform delicate tissue dissection and vessel preparation with unmatched control, marking a new era in minimally invasive care for patients living with lymphedema.External ArticleThu, 11 Dec 2025 14:19:34 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health, TGH surgeon performs nation’s first fully robotic microsurgery with FDA-cleared NanoWrist® instrumentsThis innovation allows surgeons to perform delicate tissue dissection and vessel preparation with unmatched control, marking a new era in minimally invasive care for patients living with lymphedema.Surgeons at TGH perform robotic surgery/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:29:27 How gut health and food can transform diabetes management and prevent diseaseºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Yogurt with fruit/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthBold Research. Real Impact.,Morsani College of Medicine,Tina Meketa,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø closer to its $1 billion goal.Two women in a lab/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.External ArticleMon, 29 Sep 2025 09:11:58 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health audiologist honors sister’s legacy through a life of serviceDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.Dr. Haley Calloway gives the Go Bulls hand signal/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:01:11 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø welcomes record-breaking class, sees increase in student engagementºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,Muma College of Business,Paul Guzzo/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxA new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.External ArticleWed, 10 Sep 2025 11:35:04 Menopause can disrupt women’s vocal tone and quality, says ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health vocal researcherA new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.Yael Bensoussan/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxResearch and InnovationMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxA type of brain cell that plays a vital role in maintaining neural networks and repairing injuries lies at the core of a promising newly published Nature study on Alzheimer’s disease from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.External ArticleThu, 04 Sep 2025 14:00:50 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers find gene variant may increase Alzheimer’s risk by slowing brain’s natural cleanupA type of brain cell that plays a vital role in maintaining neural networks and repairing injuries lies at the core of a promising newly published Nature study on Alzheimer’s disease from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.Gopal Thinakaran/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthByrd Alzheimer’s Center,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s CREATE Award, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:20 How ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are leading the fight against MRSAWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s CREATE Award, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Shaw examining MRSA under the light in a dish/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/health/news/2025/usf-joins-sunshine-genetics-consortium.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health is leveraging its position as Florida’s leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn’s entire genetic code sequenced at birth.External ArticleFri, 15 Aug 2025 15:47:17 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø joins statewide effort to expand newborn genetic screening and genomic medicineºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health is leveraging its position as Florida’s leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn’s entire genetic code sequenced at birth.President Rhea Law, Rep. Adam Anderson, Dr. Charles Lockwood and representative from Tampa General Hospital/health/news/2025/usf-joins-sunshine-genetics-consortium.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/staph-jama.aspxThe treatment tested use of an antibiotic known under the brand name Dalvance as a possible alternative to antibiotics that must be administered intravenously. The drug shows promise in fighting Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, the leading cause of death by bloodstream infections worldwide.External ArticleThu, 14 Aug 2025 13:21:03 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health and Tampa General Hospital collaborate on more efficient treatment of deadly infectionsThe treatment tested use of an antibiotic known under the brand name Dalvance as a possible alternative to antibiotics that must be administered intravenously. The drug shows promise in fighting Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, the leading cause of death by bloodstream infections worldwide.Dr. Kami Kim/health/news/2025/staph-jama.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is launching the world’s first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.External ArticleWed, 06 Aug 2025 00:08:19 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulationThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is launching the world’s first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.Students stand around simulation dummy/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxStudent Success,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/tgh-best-hospital.aspxTampa General Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Tampa Bay for the 10th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report in its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings. TGH also earned national Top 50 recognition in six specialties – all led or co-led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health faculty – including OB-GYN, which rose to No. 5 in the nation and remains Florida’s top-ranked program.External ArticleTue, 29 Jul 2025 00:12:54 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health specialties shine in new rankings, Tampa General named top hospital in Tampa BayTampa General Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Tampa Bay for the 10th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report in its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings. TGH also earned national Top 50 recognition in six specialties – all led or co-led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health faculty – including OB-GYN, which rose to No. 5 in the nation and remains Florida’s top-ranked program.Exterior of Tampa General Hospital/health/news/2025/tgh-best-hospital.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxThe clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.External ArticleTue, 15 Jul 2025 08:47:06 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of lifeThe clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.Patient gets her hearing examined by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health audiologist/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthBold Research. Real Impact.,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Mon, 19 May 2025 11:14:58 Three distinguished ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of FameTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Entrance to the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Research and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.External ArticleTue, 06 May 2025 08:11:15 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementiaIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researcher Hariom Yadav/health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have discovered harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.External ArticleTue, 29 Apr 2025 08:07:03 The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementiaºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers have discovered harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Bacteria/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.External ArticleTue, 08 Apr 2025 02:07:22 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine named top medical school in Florida and among nation’s best by U.S. News & World ReportThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.Graphic that says ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Morsani College of Medicine No. 1 medical school in Florida/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,University NewsMorsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,U.S. News and World Report,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxNearly 200 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students joined thousands of medical students across the country in simultaneously learning where they will spend the next chapter of their careers training in their chosen specialties. For these students, the moment marked the culmination of years of rigorous study, clinical training and a highly competitive application process.External ArticleMon, 24 Mar 2025 08:40:44 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine students celebrate ‘magical’ Match DayNearly 200 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students joined thousands of medical students across the country in simultaneously learning where they will spend the next chapter of their careers training in their chosen specialties. For these students, the moment marked the culmination of years of rigorous study, clinical training and a highly competitive application process.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø student shares her excitement over matching with her medical school/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxStudent Success,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-ranks-among-top-20-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxBased on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 10:46:27 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø ranks among top 20 public universities for new patentsBased on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.3-D printed heart/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-ranks-among-top-20-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Research and Innovation/news/2025/how-dr-yael-bensoussan-uses-ai-and-the-human-voice-at-to-detect-disease.aspxDr. Yael Bensoussan didn’t always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:27:55 How Dr. Yael Bensoussan uses AI and the human voice at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to detect diseaseDr. Yael Bensoussan didn’t always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.Dr. Yael Bensoussan from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2025/how-dr-yael-bensoussan-uses-ai-and-the-human-voice-at-to-detect-disease.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthBe Bold,Dave Scheiber,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.External ArticleTue, 18 Feb 2025 16:07:11 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.woman in the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health lab/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds and how they're working to prevent its spread to humans.External ArticleTue, 14 Jan 2025 11:30:55 How worried should we be about avian flu?Experts from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds and how they're working to prevent its spread to humans.Researchers in a chicken farm/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthGlobal Virus Network,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:19:22 How gift giving boosts your health and well-beingA ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.two people exchanging a gift/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:20:14 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:13:50 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø and TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa BayThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Rhea Law, TGH Cancer Institute Executive Director Dr. Eduardo Sotomayor and MMI President and CEO Mark Toland pose with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,University NewsGovernor Ron DeSantis,Morsani College of Medicine,President Rhea Law,Ryan Hughes,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:36:48 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Zayn Mohamed looking at a screen showing an MRI scan. Text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxStudent Success,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthAlumni,Boundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine joins a prestigious group of medical schools to house a direct descendent of the Hippocratic tree where the ancient Greek physician was believed to have taught his medical students.External ArticleTue, 05 Nov 2024 00:54:40 Hippocratic tree and commemorative bust donated to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of MedicineThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine joins a prestigious group of medical schools to house a direct descendent of the Hippocratic tree where the ancient Greek physician was believed to have taught his medical students.Tree with sign that says "Property of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Hippocratic Oath Tree"/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxBased at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s presence in the growing Tampa Medical and Research District.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 11:08:58 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical ServicesBased at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s presence in the growing Tampa Medical and Research District.Ambulance outside of a building/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxCommunity Partnerships,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthCAMLS,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Healthhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Athletics’ Stampede for Women.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 08:11:27 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø alum donates $1.5 million gift, building on legacy and impactThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Athletics’ Stampede for Women.Valeria Riddlehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedºÚÁϳԹÏÍø FoundationMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Athletics,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxTampa General will direct more than $162 million to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.External ArticleWed, 28 Aug 2024 08:54:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health and Tampa General Hospital enhance academic medicine with increased investment, greater integrationTampa General will direct more than $162 million to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.Tampa General Hospital at night/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:26:48 FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researcherThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine.Tight shot of patient's hands next to doctor holding a clipboard/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/mathyk-space-2024.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø chosen as Global Virus Network HQ; HIV co-discoverer Dr. Robert Gallo joins faculty/health/news/2024/gallo.gvn.health.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,University NewsGlobal Virus Network,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/health/news/2024/behavioral_health_hospital_topping_off_celebration.aspxThe new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital and the recent announcement that ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce – funded by a new state law – demonstrate the university’s leadership in addressing the critical need for mental health services.External ArticleMon, 13 May 2024 18:25:23 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health and Tampa General Hospital partner to launch one of Florida’s first behavioral health teaching hospitalsThe new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital and the recent announcement that ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce – funded by a new state law – demonstrate the university’s leadership in addressing the critical need for mental health services.Group stands near beam of new hospital/health/news/2024/behavioral_health_hospital_topping_off_celebration.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthFlorida Legislature,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Tampa General Hospital/news/2023/new-this-year-2023.aspxBulls returning to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will enjoy new facilities, campus recreation and dining options on all three campuses.Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 New This YearBulls returning to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will enjoy new facilities, campus recreation and dining options on all three campuses.New This Year. Graphic thumbnail says, "new this year" in front of a photo of buildings on the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Tampa campus./news/2023/new-this-year-2023.aspxCampus Life,Student Success,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Athletics,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,University NewsCollege of Nursing,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Torie Doll,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Dining Services,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Sarasota-Manatee,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø St. Petersburghttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2023/07/18/hearing-aids-slow-cognitive-decline-in-older-adults-with-hearing-loss-and-at-risk-for-cognitive-decline/The multi-site clinical trial found that addressing hearing loss can greatly reduce the rate of which older adults develop dementia.External ArticleFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 National study with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-designed hearing intervention shows that hearing aids can slow cognitive decline by 50 percentThe multi-site clinical trial found that addressing hearing loss can greatly reduce the rate of which older adults develop dementia.Older man wears a hearing aidhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2023/07/18/hearing-aids-slow-cognitive-decline-in-older-adults-with-hearing-loss-and-at-risk-for-cognitive-decline/Research and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health/news/2023/usf-dr-deep-sea-breaks-world-record-for-living-underwater.aspxHyperbaric researcher and biomedical engineer Joseph Dituri is teaching his students online while living 22 feet underwater to research how the human body responds to long-term exposure to pressure. He's been living in an underwater habitat since March 1.Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Dr. Deep Sea breaks world record for living underwaterHyperbaric researcher and biomedical engineer Joseph Dituri is teaching his students online while living 22 feet underwater to research how the human body responds to long-term exposure to pressure. He's been living in an underwater habitat since March 1.Dituri exploring the ocean throughout his underwater mission/news/2023/usf-dr-deep-sea-breaks-world-record-for-living-underwater.aspxResearch and InnovationBiomedical Engineering,Cassidy Delamarter,College of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine/news/2023/following-historic-legislative-year-usf-students-leaders-and-alumni-show-their-appreciation-during-usf-day-at-the-capitol.aspxMore than 100 students and alumni joined ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø leadership in Tallahassee on Wednesday for ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Day at the Capitol ¬– an annual gathering that offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the university and its priorities ahead of the legislative session, which begins March 7.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 17:35:00 Looking to build on ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s historic legislative year, students, alumni and university leaders participate in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Day at the CapitolMore than 100 students and alumni joined ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø leadership in Tallahassee on Wednesday for ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Day at the Capitol ¬– an annual gathering that offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the university and its priorities ahead of the legislative session, which begins March 7.Group gathers on the senate floor/news/2023/following-historic-legislative-year-usf-students-leaders-and-alumni-show-their-appreciation-during-usf-day-at-the-capitol.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Governors,Board of Trustees,College of Nursing,Florida Legislature,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,Tina Meketa,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø St. Petersburg/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.External ArticleThu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Two ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty members receive honors from National Academy of InventorsDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.Dr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø,National Academy of Inventors,Research and Innovation/news/2022/usf-to-receive-6-million-gift-to-support-biomedical-engineering-research.aspxAnonymous donor's planned gift to benefit College of Engineering, Morsani College of Medicine.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 09:30:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to receive $6 million gift to support biomedical engineering researchAnonymous donor's planned gift to benefit College of Engineering, Morsani College of Medicine.Woman in biomedical engineering lab/news/2022/usf-to-receive-6-million-gift-to-support-biomedical-engineering-research.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø FoundationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/news/2022/usf-researchers-advance-efforts-to-develop-a-protein-based-treatment-therapy-for-individuals-with-als.aspxResearchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine successfully tested a protein that has the potential to aid in the development of a protein-based therapy for patients with ALS.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers advance efforts to develop a protein-based treatment therapy for individuals with ALSResearchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine successfully tested a protein that has the potential to aid in the development of a protein-based therapy for patients with ALS.Testing proteins/news/2022/usf-researchers-advance-efforts-to-develop-a-protein-based-treatment-therapy-for-individuals-with-als.aspxResearch and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthCassidy Delamarter,Morsani College of Medicine,MyºÚÁϳԹÏÍøhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/07/13/usf-awarded-four-year-69-9-million-nih-grant-to-continue-type-1-diabetes-research/The National Institutes of Health has awarded the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø total expected funds of $69.9 million over the next four years to continue the follow-up of study participants in The Environment Determinants of Diabetes in The Young consortium.External ArticleTue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø awarded four-year, $69.9 million NIH grant to continue type 1 diabetes researchThe National Institutes of Health has awarded the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø total expected funds of $69.9 million over the next four years to continue the follow-up of study participants in The Environment Determinants of Diabetes in The Young consortium.Jeffrey Krischer, PhD, is principal investigator of the TEDDY studyhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/07/13/usf-awarded-four-year-69-9-million-nih-grant-to-continue-type-1-diabetes-research/Research and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine,TEDDYhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/05/03/usf-team-uses-new-neuroimaging-technique-to-study-physiological-effects-of-brain-stimulation-to-treat-depression/Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, was FDA approved in 2008 as a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for severe depression resistant to antidepressant medications. A small coil positioned near the scalp generates repetitive, pulsed magnetic waves that pass through the skull and stimulate brain cells to relieve symptoms of depression. The procedure has few side effects and is typically prescribed as an alternative or supplemental therapy when multiple antidepressant medications and/or psychotherapy do not work.External ArticleTue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø team uses new neuroimaging technique to study physiological effects of brain stimulation to treat depressionRepetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, was FDA approved in 2008 as a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for severe depression resistant to antidepressant medications. A small coil positioned near the scalp generates repetitive, pulsed magnetic waves that pass through the skull and stimulate brain cells to relieve symptoms of depression. The procedure has few side effects and is typically prescribed as an alternative or supplemental therapy when multiple antidepressant medications and/or psychotherapy do not work.A graphic illustration showing a brain with electrical signals around ithttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/05/03/usf-team-uses-new-neuroimaging-technique-to-study-physiological-effects-of-brain-stimulation-to-treat-depression/Research and Innovation,ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø HealthMorsani College of Medicine