University of South Florida News
After devastating fire, USF oceanographers race to keep hurricane forecasts on track
A devastating fire displaced researchers at the University of South Florida 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.
June 3, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatment
A remote Antarctic expedition has brought USF 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.
June 2, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternative
A USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.
June 3, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF students heading to the FIFA World Cup
From volunteering to scoring much-coveted tickets, USF students are finding ways to be part of the biggest sporting event in the world.
June 10, 2026Features
Florida Legislature agrees to a 2026-27 state budget
The Florida Legislature has completed its work on the state budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, including a range of items that impact the University of South Florida.
May 26, 2026University News
USF In The News
NBC News: Science reveals people are capable of multitasking — it just requires practice
June 4, 2026
Fox News: People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds
June 4, 2026
Associated Press: Scientists say a record amount of seaweed hit the Caribbean and nearby areas in May
June 3, 2026
WFLA-TV: USF student-athlete invents smart water bottle attachment to help track hydration
May 26, 2026
Fox 13 News: USF stadium begins to take shape
May 20, 2026
USF Magazine
Stories feature some of USF's many highlights, including the university's membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, the ranking of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as No. 1 in Florida and the opening of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.