/research-innovation/news/Recent posts from News Storiesen-usSat, 08 Aug 2026 19:26:08 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-floridas-sea-turtle-hatchlings-find-the-ocean-in-the-dark.aspxBiologist Deby Cassill explains how hatchlings navigate to the ocean and her theory for how sea turtle mothers manage one of nature’s longest survival gambles.External ArticleTue, 04 Aug 2026 09:03:34 How Florida’s sea turtle hatchlings find the ocean in the darkBiologist Deby Cassill explains how hatchlings navigate to the ocean and her theory for how sea turtle mothers manage one of nature’s longest survival gambles.A leatherback turtle lays her eggs near Juno Beach, Florida.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-floridas-sea-turtle-hatchlings-find-the-ocean-in-the-dark.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/student-projects-take-center-stage-at-summer-research-symposium-alumna-gift-creates-endowment-for-undergraduate-research.aspxThe two-day research symposium on ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses featured 151 scholars presenting 128 research projects. The presenters included ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø undergraduates, recent ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates and students from 22 colleges and universities participating in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-sponsored research programs.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:02:19 Student projects take center stage at summer research symposium; alumna’s gift creates endowment for undergraduate researchThe two-day research symposium on ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses featured 151 scholars presenting 128 research projects. The presenters included ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø undergraduates, recent ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduates and students from 22 colleges and universities participating in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-sponsored research programs.Student presenting poster at Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium/research-innovation/news/2026/student-projects-take-center-stage-at-summer-research-symposium-alumna-gift-creates-endowment-for-undergraduate-research.aspxStudent Research/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.External ArticleWed, 29 Jul 2026 13:41:08 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.space research lab at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø/news/2026/usf-scientists-advance-space-agriculture.aspxResearch/education/news/2026/how-usf-college-of-education-undergraduates-are-researching-solutions-to-real-world-challenges.aspxThe Undergraduate Summer Research Academy provided an opportunity to students to transform personal experiences and professional interests into research focused on improving lives and communities.External ArticleThu, 23 Jul 2026 09:12:26 How ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø College of Education undergraduates are researching solutions to real-world challengesThe Undergraduate Summer Research Academy provided an opportunity to students to transform personal experiences and professional interests into research focused on improving lives and communities.College of Education student/education/news/2026/how-usf-college-of-education-undergraduates-are-researching-solutions-to-real-world-challenges.aspxStudent Research/health/news/2026/uncovering-the-hidden-impacts-of-a-hurricane-on-food-supply.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares how hurricanes disrupt food access and what communities can do to strengthen food system resilience before disaster strikes.External ArticleThu, 16 Jul 2026 10:57:46 Uncovering the hidden impacts of a hurricane on food supplyºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares how hurricanes disrupt food access and what communities can do to strengthen food system resilience before disaster strikes.A group of volunteers sharing prepared dishes with others/health/news/2026/uncovering-the-hidden-impacts-of-a-hurricane-on-food-supply.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/rdi-director-sandra-justice-earns-distinguished-faculty-recognition-from-society-of-research-administrators-international.aspxThe Society of Research Administrators International has selected Sandra Justice, director of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Development Institute, for its Distinguished Faculty program.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:35:43 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Development Institute Director Sandra Justice named SRAI Distinguished FacultyThe Society of Research Administrators International has selected Sandra Justice, director of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Development Institute, for its Distinguished Faculty program.Sandy Justice/research-innovation/news/2026/rdi-director-sandra-justice-earns-distinguished-faculty-recognition-from-society-of-research-administrators-international.aspxHonors and Awards/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.External ArticleMon, 13 Jul 2026 10:43:00 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/national-geographic-museum-showcases-usf-professors-bronze-dinosaur-sculpture.aspx/research-innovation/news/2026/brag-awards-advance-usf-technologies-in-mosquito-detection-optometry-and-womens-health.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Foundation have awarded Bull Ring Accelerator Grants to Digitomy, GlaucHome and Panthea, three early-stage start-ups seeking to commercialize inventions developed by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty and research teams.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:42:29 BRAG awards advance commercialization of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø technologies in mosquito detection, ophthalmology and women’s healthThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Foundation have awarded Bull Ring Accelerator Grants to Digitomy, GlaucHome and Panthea, three early-stage start-ups seeking to commercialize inventions developed by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty and research teams.mosquito trap/research-innovation/news/2026/brag-awards-advance-usf-technologies-in-mosquito-detection-optometry-and-womens-health.aspxInnovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.External ArticleWed, 08 Jul 2026 14:54:08 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Keys Marine Laboratory prepares for historic El Niño threat to Florida’s Coral ReefRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.Rescued corals in temperature-controlled seawater tables at Keys Marine Laboratoryhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.External ArticleWed, 01 Jul 2026 08:39:29 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health study shows promise of non-surgical treatment for slipped discsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.A patient, lying on her back, using the specialized computer‑controlled device DRX9000C/health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxResearch/news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.External ArticleFri, 26 Jun 2026 13:27:47 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research highlights inconsistencies in state laws on adolescent consent after sexual assaultºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.Gloved hands holding a vial containing a hair sample, labeled "Victim" /news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxResearch/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.External ArticleMon, 22 Jun 2026 15:06:04 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.Male using their smartphone/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.External ArticleThu, 18 Jun 2026 09:25:39 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health secures new funding to advance research on promising liver cancer drugAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.liver cancer/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxHealth,Research/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 13:11:48 Resilience and resolve drive marine researchers in the wake of disasterAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II showing appreciation for the community’s support aboard the craft, holding signage that reads "St. Pete Strong"/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxResearch/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.External ArticleTue, 09 Jun 2026 00:32:27 How eye movements and brain activity shape reading comprehensionReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.eye test/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxResearch/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxA devastating fire displaced researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.External ArticleMon, 08 Jun 2026 00:39:36 After devastating fire, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø oceanographers race to keep hurricane forecasts on trackA devastating fire displaced researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.boat/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 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 are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.External ArticleFri, 05 Jun 2026 08:51:27 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 are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.underwater diver/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxA ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.External ArticleFri, 05 Jun 2026 00:47:31 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternativeA ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.glaucoma test/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxHealth,Innovation/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxSince its founding in 1956, 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.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 10:51:07 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.collage of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research photos/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:58:11 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impactThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Dayane Reis/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/florida-inventors-hall-of-fame-honors-2026-inductees.aspxThe Florida Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 inductees: ten pioneering inventors whose groundbreaking contributions span fields including telecommunications, cancer immunotherapy, patient monitoring, orthopedic surgery, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence, photonics, plasma science, semiconductor devices and minimally invasive medical technologies.Wed, 20 May 2026 14:48:23 Florida Inventors Hall of Fame honors 2026 inductees: Celebrating breakthrough innovators shaping the futureThe Florida Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 inductees: ten pioneering inventors whose groundbreaking contributions span fields including telecommunications, cancer immunotherapy, patient monitoring, orthopedic surgery, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence, photonics, plasma science, semiconductor devices and minimally invasive medical technologies.Florida Inventors Hall of Fame 2026 inductees/research-innovation/news/2026/florida-inventors-hall-of-fame-honors-2026-inductees.aspxHonors and Awards,Innovation/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-selected-nsf-grfp.aspxTwo graduating seniors and three current graduate students from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø have been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive funding support for their graduate degrees. From engineering solutions to sustainability challenges to investigating occupational health, this year’s recipients are positioned to be leaders in their fields.External ArticleTue, 19 May 2026 11:46:39 Five ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Students Selected for National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship ProgramTwo graduating seniors and three current graduate students from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø have been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive funding support for their graduate degrees. From engineering solutions to sustainability challenges to investigating occupational health, this year’s recipients are positioned to be leaders in their fields.NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-selected-nsf-grfp.aspxStudent Research/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.External ArticleMon, 18 May 2026 00:38:27 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers want to clear the air on traffic pollution in TampaIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxResearch/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by 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.External ArticleThu, 14 May 2026 10:25:20 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxResearch/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.External ArticleWed, 13 May 2026 13:24:22 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø experts available to discuss hurricane-related topics as El Niño shapes outlook for 2026 seasonExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.External ArticleFri, 08 May 2026 00:40:11 What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreakReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.Test tube /health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxHealth,Research/news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.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.External ArticleMon, 04 May 2026 11:11:41 Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø biomedical engineering seniorsExternal Article TitleStudents 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 seniors/news/2026/corporate-sponsored-usf-biomedical-engineering-capstone-projects.aspxInnovation/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxThe Florida High Tech Corridor and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.Mon, 04 May 2026 08:25:34 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-led innovations tackle cybersecurity and health challenges with early-stage fundingThe Florida High Tech Corridor and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.EverGait device/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxHonors and Awards,Innovation/research-innovation/news/2026/students-showcase-discovery-and-innovation-at-2026-oneusf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxThe conference transformed ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s three campuses.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:06:58 Students showcase discovery and innovation at 2026 OneºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Undergraduate Research ConferenceThe conference transformed ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s three campuses.Undergraduate research award winners on the St. Pete campus/research-innovation/news/2026/students-showcase-discovery-and-innovation-at-2026-oneusf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxStudent Research/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 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.External ArticleThu, 23 Apr 2026 10:07:47 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.Augmented reality technology/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/research-devlopment-institute-fellow-russell-wyland-to-write-field-guide-to-humanities-grant-writing.aspxAfter a 35-year career at the National Endowment for Humanities, Russell M. Wyland joins the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Development Institute as its inaugural Senior Fellow.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:45:19 Research Development Institute Senior Fellow Russell Wyland to write field guide to humanities grant writingAfter a 35-year career at the National Endowment for Humanities, Russell M. Wyland joins the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Development Institute as its inaugural Senior Fellow.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2026/research-devlopment-institute-fellow-russell-wyland-to-write-field-guide-to-humanities-grant-writing.aspxHonors and Awards,Research/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxFor more than ten years, bold research led by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 00:34:36 Tracking decades of ecological changes in South Florida’s marine environmentFor more than ten years, bold research led by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.South Florida Ecosystem Restoration/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/research-development-review-article-co-authored-by-rdi-karen-walker-defines-competitive-intelligence-for-higher-education.aspxA new scholarly paper co-authored by Karen Walker, competitive intelligence associate director at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Research Development Institute, and Alba Clivati McIntyre, policy and planning analyst for the University of Wisconsin’s Collective for Research Impact and Social Partnerships, is helping shape how universities nationwide think about strategy, funding and research growth.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:10 Research Development Review paper, co-authored by RDI’s Karen Walker, defines competitive intelligence for higher educationA new scholarly paper co-authored by Karen Walker, competitive intelligence associate director at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Research Development Institute, and Alba Clivati McIntyre, policy and planning analyst for the University of Wisconsin’s Collective for Research Impact and Social Partnerships, is helping shape how universities nationwide think about strategy, funding and research growth.Karen Walker and Alba McIntyre/research-innovation/news/2026/research-development-review-article-co-authored-by-rdi-karen-walker-defines-competitive-intelligence-for-higher-education.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise across seven colleges and ten departments, with research spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work, reflecting the breadth of scholarship across both scientific and creative fields.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø honors 11 faculty members with research and innovation awardsRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise across seven colleges and ten departments, with research spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work, reflecting the breadth of scholarship across both scientific and creative fields.Faculty award winners/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxHonors and Awards/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-how-usf-scientists-are-shaping-space-research.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.External ArticleFri, 10 Apr 2026 09:31:20 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.Artemis II/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-how-usf-scientists-are-shaping-space-research.aspxInnovation/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.External ArticleThu, 09 Apr 2026 09:40:28 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national securityThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.By Light Professional IT Services LLC/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxInnovation/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.External ArticleTue, 07 Apr 2026 10:09:13 U.S. News & World Report ranks more than 40 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø graduate programs among the nation’s bestºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.Graduate programs ranked inside the top 100/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspxHonors and Awards/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2026 11:10:47 Two ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Students Named 2026 Goldwater ScholarsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxHonors and Awards/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspx#:~:text=They're%20developing%20an%20experimental,year%20research%20agreement%20last%20year.Thousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.External ArticleWed, 01 Apr 2026 15:12:03 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø engineers develop radio-frequency training tech for U.S. Army under expansive partnershipThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.Electromagnetic training device/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspx#:~:text=They're%20developing%20an%20experimental,year%20research%20agreement%20last%20year.Research/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.External ArticleWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:59:31 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health, TGH to use state innovation funds for rural cancer careThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-doctoral-student-receives-guy-harvey-fellowship-for-marine-science-research.aspxKylee Rullo-Soletti is one of eight recipients of the $5,000 fellowship provided jointly by the Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Sea Grant to support research inititiatives and promote efforts to protect coastal and marine habitats and species.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:58:20 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø doctoral student receives Guy Harvey Fellowship for marine science researchKylee Rullo-Soletti is one of eight recipients of the $5,000 fellowship provided jointly by the Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Sea Grant to support research inititiatives and promote efforts to protect coastal and marine habitats and species.Kylee/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-doctoral-student-receives-guy-harvey-fellowship-for-marine-science-research.aspxHonors and Awards,Student Research/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:39:32 Five ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.2025 AAAS Class of Fellows/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxHonors and Awardshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 13:39:27 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) studyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxResearch/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxHigher education institutions are expanding hands-on learning opportunities to help close the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 09:27:23 New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gapHigher education institutions are expanding hands-on learning opportunities to help close the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs.Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:14:25 Discovery of first St. Patrick’s Day leads to museum exhibition on the Irish in FloridaºÚÁϳԹÏÍø historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxResearch/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.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.External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:02:51 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.Telehealth services /news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxInnovation/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.External ArticleWed, 11 Mar 2026 10:10:26 Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.International Headquarters at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxHealth,Research/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 11:48:16 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxThe think tank marked its first anniversary during the Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum on January 30.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:17:25 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Future of Food Think Tank: One Year In—Growing a Movement and Converting Projects into ImpactThe think tank marked its first anniversary during the Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum on January 30.Community Resiliency Hub Stakeholder Forum/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxResearch/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.External ArticleFri, 06 Mar 2026 10:08:07 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.Toxoplasma gondii /news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch