/news/Recent posts from ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵNewsen-usFri, 27 Jun 2025 15:53:01 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2025/usf-building-pipeline-of-researchers-to-develop-technologies-for-aging-adults-in-new-summer-program.aspxStudents at the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ are spending their summer developing tech-driven solutions to improve the lives of older adults and their caregivers through a hands-on program hosted by USF’s Center for Innovation, Technology and Aging.Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵbuilding pipeline of researchers to develop technologies for aging adults in new summer programStudents at the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ are spending their summer developing tech-driven solutions to improve the lives of older adults and their caregivers through a hands-on program hosted by USF’s Center for Innovation, Technology and Aging.Rice Pham throwing up bulls sign behind his computer in robotics lab/news/2025/usf-building-pipeline-of-researchers-to-develop-technologies-for-aging-adults-in-new-summer-program.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2025/how-social-media-is-shifting-the-spread-of-hurricane-information.aspxIt wasn’t long ago that people relied on news broadcasts for hurricane updates. Today, they can easily swipe through social media platforms for the latest information. A ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵexpert and local influencers weigh in on how that’s reshaping public safety and what you should watch out for this hurricane season.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 How social media is shifting the spread of hurricane informationIt wasn’t long ago that people relied on news broadcasts for hurricane updates. Today, they can easily swipe through social media platforms for the latest information. A ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵexpert and local influencers weigh in on how that’s reshaping public safety and what you should watch out for this hurricane season.satellite view of hurricane/news/2025/how-social-media-is-shifting-the-spread-of-hurricane-information.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications/news/2025/usf-is-helping-bring-ai-to-pre-k-12-classrooms.aspxTo prepare students for an AI-driven world, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis helping bring AI to Pre-K-12 classroomsTo prepare students for an AI-driven world, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.Students using virtual reality to create video games/news/2025/usf-is-helping-bring-ai-to-pre-k-12-classrooms.aspxCyber/AICassidy Delamarter,College of Education/news/2025/could-the-last-of-us-really-happen-usf-mycology-expert-breaks-down-the-fungus-behind-the-fiction.aspxHBO’s The Last of Us might be a dystopian thrill ride, but how real is its core concept that a fungus could hijack the human brain? A ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵmicrobiology professor explains what’s fact and what’s fiction.Thu, 01 May 2025 14:56:19 Could 'The Last of Us' really happen? ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵmycology expert breaks down the fungus behind the fictionHBO’s The Last of Us might be a dystopian thrill ride, but how real is its core concept that a fungus could hijack the human brain? A ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵmicrobiology professor explains what’s fact and what’s fiction.El-Rady and Selina in the lab with same theme of The Last of Us /news/2025/could-the-last-of-us-really-happen-usf-mycology-expert-breaks-down-the-fungus-behind-the-fiction.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 15:25:13 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵBellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay’s tech talentLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. skyline view at night of Tampa /news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxCyber/AIBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-study-finds-opioid-control-policies-may-reduce-domestic-violence.aspxThe research suggests a correlation between opioid misuse and domestic violence, offering broader public health implications beyond addiction.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudy finds opioid control policies may reduce domestic violenceThe research suggests a correlation between opioid misuse and domestic violence, offering broader public health implications beyond addiction.pill bottle knocked over/news/2025/usf-study-finds-opioid-control-policies-may-reduce-domestic-violence.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Economics/news/2025/what-rattlesnake-venom-can-teach-us-about-evolution.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers find that island snakes adapt their venom in surprising ways, offering new clues about how animals evolve in changing environments.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 What rattlesnake venom can teach us about evolution¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers find that island snakes adapt their venom in surprising ways, offering new clues about how animals evolve in changing environments.A rattlesnake sitting in front of a bush with pink flowers/news/2025/what-rattlesnake-venom-can-teach-us-about-evolution.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Integrative Biology/news/2025/usf-hosts-hundreds-of-young-inventors-from-across-the-state.aspxThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is building a powerful pipeline of young talent and empowering the next generation of innovators through Invention Convention Florida, a statewide competition where K–12 students turn real-world problems into impactful solutions.Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhosts hundreds of young inventors from across the stateThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is building a powerful pipeline of young talent and empowering the next generation of innovators through Invention Convention Florida, a statewide competition where K–12 students turn real-world problems into impactful solutions.Students walking to the conference in front of the Florida inventors hall of fame/news/2025/usf-hosts-hundreds-of-young-inventors-from-across-the-state.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Florida Inventors Hall of Fame,Research and Innovation/news/2025/how-employee-cohorts-influence-newcomer-retention.aspxJob hunting is contagious, according to a new study led by USF. When a workplace cohort starts looking for new opportunities, newcomers often follow suit.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:00:00 How employee cohorts influence newcomer retention, especially among Gen ZJob hunting is contagious, according to a new study led by USF. When a workplace cohort starts looking for new opportunities, newcomers often follow suit.Birds Eye view of an office space filled with workers at their computer/news/2025/how-employee-cohorts-influence-newcomer-retention.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Muma College of Business/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxRenovations are underway to expand USF’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:34:37 Demand for biomedical engineers drives ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵto expand departmentRenovations are underway to expand USF’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.Student running experiments in lab to test dental implant's strength/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Medical Engineering/news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 Why shallow water at the beach is more important than you might realizeHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.Aerial view of the keys /news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/from-classroom-to-discovery-usf-students-make-waves-with-transformative-research.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:21:48 From classroom to discovery: ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudents make waves with transformative research¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.Students standing with their poster boards /news/2025/from-classroom-to-discovery-usf-students-make-waves-with-transformative-research.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Muma College of Business/news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:47:09 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵpartners on $15M grant to revitalize underserved Hillsborough County community with jobs and clean waterThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.A rendering of what the new developed area around the center will look like. /news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,MyUSF/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:05:22 How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth experts¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.a person tying their running shoes with an Apple Watch on/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth 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 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth 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,¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxThe interdisciplinary research led by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:44 How ultra-processed foods may drive colorectal cancer riskThe interdisciplinary research led by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Dr. Yeatman and Halade looking at samples in their lab together/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Tampa General Hospital,¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth,¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth Morsani College of Medicine/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:15:58 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵbrings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Elizabeth Dunn speaks to a conference room during the Tampa Bay hurricane sessions/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxAn international research team led by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:20:25 How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on MarsAn international research team led by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.A man on his knees navigating through the lava tube/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:30:24 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵprofessor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient ritualsThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.close up of Davide holding the 3D printed replica of the mug/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-to-accelerate-innovation-through-new-usf-designation.aspxThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ has been selected as a partner in the new NSF Southeast I-Corps Hub, receiving $1.6 million to further innovation and entrepreneurship. This funding builds on USF's legacy of success in the I-Corps program, equipping researchers, faculty and students with resources to commercialize groundbreaking technologies.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵto accelerate innovation through new NSF designationThe ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ has been selected as a partner in the new NSF Southeast I-Corps Hub, receiving $1.6 million to further innovation and entrepreneurship. This funding builds on USF's legacy of success in the I-Corps program, equipping researchers, faculty and students with resources to commercialize groundbreaking technologies.Licato brainstorming design elements for his AI tool/news/2024/usf-to-accelerate-innovation-through-new-usf-designation.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/how-new-usf-faculty-research-is-expanding-our-understanding-of-hurricane-impacts.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers are stepping up, launching critical initiatives to strengthen hurricane preparedness and insights following historical Milton and Helene.Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:35:31 How new ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵfaculty research is expanding our understanding of hurricane impacts¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers are stepping up, launching critical initiatives to strengthen hurricane preparedness and insights following historical Milton and Helene.How new ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵfaculty research is expanding our understanding of hurricane impacts/news/2024/how-new-usf-faculty-research-is-expanding-our-understanding-of-hurricane-impacts.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-rallies-to-support-community-through-hurricane-milton-recovery-efforts.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis stepping up to support the Tampa Bay community in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through initiatives such as the Tampa Bay Strong campaign, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵMedical Response Unit and the Community Emergency Response Team, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis helping residents recover and rebuild.Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:19:34 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵrallies to support community through Hurricane Milton recovery efforts¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis stepping up to support the Tampa Bay community in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through initiatives such as the Tampa Bay Strong campaign, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵMedical Response Unit and the Community Emergency Response Team, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis helping residents recover and rebuild.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵrallies to support community through Hurricane Milton recovery efforts/news/2024/usf-rallies-to-support-community-through-hurricane-milton-recovery-efforts.aspxUniversity NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-students-employees-mobilize-for-hurricane-helene-recovery-efforts.aspxIn the wake of the hurricane, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:52:30 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵcommunity mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recoveryIn the wake of the hurricane, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵcommunity mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recovery /news/2024/usf-students-employees-mobilize-for-hurricane-helene-recovery-efforts.aspxCampus Life,Community Partnerships,University NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-launches-program-to-inspire-next-generation-of-national-security-leaders.aspxThe Global and National Security Institute’s Future Strategist Program will help meet the demand for the next generation of national security leaders, offering students unparalleled opportunities to jumpstart impactful careers in this critical field.Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:23:43 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵlaunches program to inspire next generation of national security leadersThe Global and National Security Institute’s Future Strategist Program will help meet the demand for the next generation of national security leaders, offering students unparalleled opportunities to jumpstart impactful careers in this critical field.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵlaunches program to inspire next generation of national security leaders/news/2024/usf-launches-program-to-inspire-next-generation-of-national-security-leaders.aspxStudent SuccessCassidy Delamarter,Global and National Security Institute/news/2024/usf-cybersecurity-program-gives-students-a-competitive-edge-in-career-readiness.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhas become a leader in cybersecurity education by uniquely equipping its students with advanced, hands-on training that gives them a competitive advantage in the field.Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:10:02 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵcybersecurity program gives students a competitive edge in career readiness¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhas become a leader in cybersecurity education by uniquely equipping its students with advanced, hands-on training that gives them a competitive advantage in the field.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵcybersecurity program gives students a competitive edge in career readiness/news/2024/usf-cybersecurity-program-gives-students-a-competitive-edge-in-career-readiness.aspxCyber/AI,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,Cyber Florida,Cybersecurity,MyUSF/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:42:46 New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retention¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would.New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retention/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:11:23 New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buyFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buy/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,John Dudley,Muma College of Business/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxLed by a ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgeologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:30:00 What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlementLed by a ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgeologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:49:26 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwelcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵis bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwelcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxFaculty at the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:43:30 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵsummer ventures span the globe with innovative research projectsFaculty at the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵsummer ventures span the globe with innovative research projects/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:16:05 Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiativeThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiative/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Public Health,MyUSF/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:03:10 Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudy revealsThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudy reveals/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Muma College of Business,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:47:55 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵarchitecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heatThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵarchitecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heat/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of The Arts,MyUSF/news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:33:44 Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   Researchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   /news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Department of Medical Engineering,MyUSF,¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:23 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵusing AI to help combat malariaFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.Image of a mosquito, with a computer system identifying the head, thorax, abdomen, wings, and legs/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Department of Integrative Biology,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.Thu, 23 May 2024 14:42:58 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual realityWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual reality/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Medical Engineering,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-graduates-families-embrace-long-awaited-commencement-traditions.aspxFriends and families filled USF’s Yuengling Center to watch their 2024 graduates walk across the stage – fulfilling a long-awaited dream for many after the pandemic canceled their high school graduation ceremonies.Sun, 05 May 2024 21:07:07 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgraduates, families embrace long-awaited commencement traditionsFriends and families filled USF’s Yuengling Center to watch their 2024 graduates walk across the stage – fulfilling a long-awaited dream for many after the pandemic canceled their high school graduation ceremonies.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgraduates, families embrace long-awaited commencement traditions/news/2024/usf-graduates-families-embrace-long-awaited-commencement-traditions.aspxUniversity NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/tremendous-turnout-demonstrates-usfs-growth-in-undergraduate-research.aspxThe annual research conference witnessed a notable 16% increase in student participation this year, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering collaborative discovery.Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:57:39 Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate researchThe annual research conference witnessed a notable 16% increase in student participation this year, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering collaborative discovery.Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate research/news/2024/tremendous-turnout-demonstrates-usfs-growth-in-undergraduate-research.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-resesarcher-reveals-the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-st-augustines-most-famous-attractions.aspxDavid Arbesú tediously pieced together the life of one of Florida’s founding fathers, whose believed to be the first priest in the United States and is still honored today in St. Augustine.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:00:45 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearcher reveals the hidden story behind one of St. Augustine’s most famous attractionsDavid Arbesú tediously pieced together the life of one of Florida’s founding fathers, whose believed to be the first priest in the United States and is still honored today in St. Augustine.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearcher reveals the hidden story behind one of St. Augustine’s most famous attractions /news/2024/usf-resesarcher-reveals-the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-st-augustines-most-famous-attractions.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Department of World Languages,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-helping-develop-comprehensive-plan-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-across-tampa-bay.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers are collaborating with community members and leaders across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties to develop a plan that could reduce greenhouse gases up to 63% by 2050 if Tampa Bay.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:15:38 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhelping develop comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Tampa Bay¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers are collaborating with community members and leaders across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties to develop a plan that could reduce greenhouse gases up to 63% by 2050 if Tampa Bay.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhelping develop comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Tampa Bay /news/2024/usf-helping-develop-comprehensive-plan-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-across-tampa-bay.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Patel College of Global Sustainability/news/2024/synapse-showcases-usfs-leadership-in-the-tech-industry.aspxWith USF’s largest presence yet, the conference highlighted the university’s endeavors and collaborative initiatives that are shaping the future of technology in Tampa Bay.Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:00:10 Synapse showcases USF’s leadership in the tech industryWith USF’s largest presence yet, the conference highlighted the university’s endeavors and collaborative initiatives that are shaping the future of technology in Tampa Bay. Synapse showcases USF’s leadership in the tech industry /news/2024/synapse-showcases-usfs-leadership-in-the-tech-industry.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Engineering,FinTech X Accelerator,Global and National Security Institute,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF/news/2024/science-fiction-meets-reality-usf-researchers-develop-technique-to-overcome-obstructed-views.aspxAn algorithm created by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers can be used to see around obstacles, eventually helping save lives.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:15:20 Science fiction meets reality, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers develop technique to overcome obstructed viewsAn algorithm created by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers can be used to see around obstacles, eventually helping save lives.Science fiction meets reality, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers develop technique to overcome obstructed views/news/2024/science-fiction-meets-reality-usf-researchers-develop-technique-to-overcome-obstructed-views.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Engineering,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-partners-with-hillsborough-county-sheriffs-office-to-preserve-more-than-a-century-of-law-enforcement-history.aspxUSF’s Institute for Digital Exploration is helping the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office preserve more than 80,000 items, dating back to the 1890s, through the creation of a digital database.Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:35:31 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵpartners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement historyUSF’s Institute for Digital Exploration is helping the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office preserve more than 80,000 items, dating back to the 1890s, through the creation of a digital database.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵpartners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement history /news/2024/usf-partners-with-hillsborough-county-sheriffs-office-to-preserve-more-than-a-century-of-law-enforcement-history.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-expands-artificial-intelligence-research-with-new-business-lab.aspxThe lab will provide research opportunities for students and faculty to explore the implications of artificial intelligence.Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵexpands artificial intelligence research with new business labThe lab will provide research opportunities for students and faculty to explore the implications of artificial intelligence.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵexpands artificial intelligence research with new business lab/news/2024/usf-expands-artificial-intelligence-research-with-new-business-lab.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Center for Marketing and Sales Innovation,Muma College of Business,MyUSF/news/2023/usf-student-spending-the-holidays-aboard-global-research-ship-in-the-antarctic.aspxHannah Hunt will gather important samples for an international research effort to better understand elements found in the Southern Ocean and how they play an integral role for life on Earth.Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudent spending the holidays aboard global research ship in the AntarcticHannah Hunt will gather important samples for an international research effort to better understand elements found in the Southern Ocean and how they play an integral role for life on Earth.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵstudent spending the holidays aboard global research ship in the Antarctic/news/2023/usf-student-spending-the-holidays-aboard-global-research-ship-in-the-antarctic.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Marine Science,MyUSF/news/2023/online-shoppers-more-likely-to-click-ads-with-curvy-designs-spend-more-money.aspxA new study reveals online shoppers are more likely to click on ads with curvy design elements than those with sharp edges.Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:30:00 Online shoppers more likely to click ads with curvy designs, spend more moneyA new study reveals online shoppers are more likely to click on ads with curvy design elements than those with sharp edges.Online shoppers more likely to click ads with curvy designs, spend more money /news/2023/online-shoppers-more-likely-to-click-ads-with-curvy-designs-spend-more-money.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Muma College of Business/news/2023/usf-researchers-help-reduce-lead-levels-in-madagascar-drinking-water.aspxBy combining efforts to replace water pumps and educate city technicians, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers helped decrease the blood lead levels of 87 percent of the children tested during their study.Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers help reduce lead levels in Madagascar drinking waterBy combining efforts to replace water pumps and educate city technicians, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers helped decrease the blood lead levels of 87 percent of the children tested during their study.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers help reduce lead levels in Madagascar drinking water/news/2023/usf-researchers-help-reduce-lead-levels-in-madagascar-drinking-water.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Engineering,College of Public Health,MyUSF/news/2023/usf-among-three-aau-universities-funded-by-the-usda-to-understand-disease-transmission.aspx¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwill focus on analyzing how coronavirus spreads between wildlife and humans. The data will be used to create predictive models that can be used to prepare and protect human health for future variants and diseases.Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵamong three AAU universities funded by the USDA to understand disease transmission¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwill focus on analyzing how coronavirus spreads between wildlife and humans. The data will be used to create predictive models that can be used to prepare and protect human health for future variants and diseases.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵamong three AAU universities funded by the USDA to understand disease transmission/news/2023/usf-among-three-aau-universities-funded-by-the-usda-to-understand-disease-transmission.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,integrative biology/news/2023/new-sea-slug-species-named-after-retired-usf-biology-professor.aspxA recently discovered sea slug found in Tampa Bay waters is being named after a ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵemeritus professor of integrative biology to honor his 45-year career that involved intricately studying sea slugs.Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 New sea slug species named after retired ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵbiology professorA recently discovered sea slug found in Tampa Bay waters is being named after a ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵemeritus professor of integrative biology to honor his 45-year career that involved intricately studying sea slugs.New sea slug species named after retired ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵbiology professor/news/2023/new-sea-slug-species-named-after-retired-usf-biology-professor.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,integrative biology/news/2023/usf-sees-sharp-rise-in-innovations-and-technology.aspxThe number of new inventions, technologies and works of authorship formally disclosed by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers is up nearly 25 percent since 2019. The secret behind the rise: the implementation of new tools, the help of student interns and consistent, high-level performance from ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵinventors.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:00 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵsees sharp rise in innovations and technologyThe number of new inventions, technologies and works of authorship formally disclosed by ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵresearchers is up nearly 25 percent since 2019. The secret behind the rise: the implementation of new tools, the help of student interns and consistent, high-level performance from ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵinventors.¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵsees sharp rise in innovations and technology/news/2023/usf-sees-sharp-rise-in-innovations-and-technology.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Technology Transfer Office