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Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USF

The Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation are expanding opportunities for undergraduate research across the University of South Florida, funding programs in all 14 colleges, USF St. Petersburg, and Undergraduate Studies for 2025–26. Through the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability, and the arts.

October 29, 2025

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Student Spotlight: Jody Mustafa

Jody Mustafa once dreamed of seeing the world as a flight attendant — or traveling the globe as an international actress. But after an aunt introduced her to coding, the phrase, “The sky is the limit,” took on a new meaning.

October 29, 2025Computing

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AI and citizen science reveal potential first detection of invasive malaria mosquito in Madagascar

Researchers from the University of South Florida have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles Stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.

October 28, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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TENEX.AI Secures Funding from Florida Opportunity Fund & DeepWork Capital, Sets World HQ in Sarasota FL

The Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at University of South Florida is proud to be spotlighted as part of the emerging CyberBay cybersecurity-ecosystem alongside TENEX.AI, which has chosen Sarasota for its global headquarters.

October 28, 2025Artificial Intelligence

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Don’t wait for perfect: A USF student’s advice on pitching big ideas

USF student Jackson Poyner shares practical, confidence-boosting advice for fellow Bulls ready to pitch their ideas.

October 28, 2025Computing

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CBCS faculty participate in panel on technology and aging at statewide summit

Hosted with the Florida Senior Living Association, the summit drew leaders from across the state for a day of learning and collaboration focused on advancing care for older adults.

October 27, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing

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We found out which local AI models tech pros are using, and why

Cybernews talked to tech experts who’ve adapted small AI models to perform many tasks, such as agentic software testing and design feedback, healthcare data structuring, vulnerability orchestration, and even academic research.

October 27, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Research

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Emojis cover your child’s face in photos, but not their identity

AI tools are not yet capable of removing emojis used to hide children’s faces in photos, but they can easily read the environment to reveal their identities.

October 27, 2025

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USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergencies

The RARE lab team is programming four robots, including a drone, to scan surfaces, detect textures and lighting, and project customized images that can relay messages to rescuers.

October 27, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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Bellini College offers experiential courses for workforce readiness

Two new experiential learning courses in USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing are launching this spring. “These new classes are meant to be practical and hands on to give the students experience and applied skills translate directly into today’s industry environments,” said Kurt Friday, an assistant professor with the college who will teach the classes.

October 23, 2025Artificial Intelligence

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Smart mouthguards are one of many innovations coming from USF Bellini’s SHIELD lab

Professor Templeton's artificial intelligence research could soon turn an athlete’s mouthguard into a life-saving device, more accurately predicting brain injuries and advancing safety far beyond the NFL.

October 23, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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USF cybersecurity student advocates for expanding women’s representation in field

Mackenzie Freel says the Bellini College gave her the confidence to leader in the cybersecurity major. Now, she’s determined to help other women find that same sense of belonging in cybersecurity. “That’s what keeps me motivated — knowing that every woman who joins this field makes it stronger,” she said.

October 22, 2025Cybersecurity

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Established in 2024, the Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing is the first of its kind in Florida and one of the pioneers in the nation to bring together the disciplines of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing into a dedicated college. We aim to position Florida as a global leader and economic engine in AI, cybersecurity and computing education and research. We foster interdisciplinary innovation and ethical technology development through strong industry and government partnerships.

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