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USF Engineering Receives $2.9 Million DOE Award for Groundbreaking Solar Energy Research
The University of South Florida (USF) has been awarded $2.9 million by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to advance research on solar energy grid stability through the innovative use of digital twin technology led by principal investigator, Dr. Lingling Fan.
September 20, 2024Electrical, Faculty, Research
USF Receives $3 Million NSF Research Traineeship Award to Advance Semiconductor Research and Education
The University of South Florida (USF) has been awarded a $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) through its Research Traineeship (NRT) program. The five-year initiative, titled "NRT: Science, Technology, Engineering, Program for Upward Partnership (STEP-UP) for Advancing Microelectronics Education and Training," aims to advance semiconductor education and research while addressing the growing need for skilled professionals in the microelectronics industry.
Seven USF Engineering Faculty Recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement Awards
Seven faculty members from the USF College of Engineering were among 27 USF faculty members recognized for their achievements. The honored faculty members represent various departments, including Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, and the Center for Urban Transportation Research.
September 16, 2024Computer, Electrical, Faculty, Mechanical, Research
Professor Licato discussed the future of AI with ConnectWise
CSE’s Professor John Licato, member of USF Institute for AI+X, was invited to ConnectWise' weekly AI podcast: Demystifying AI for MSPs.
Spirou unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual reality
Through high-tech imaging and virtual reality, medical engineering professor George Spirou is creating a detailed map of the brain that can be used to better understand developmental disorders, such as autism, and provide earlier, more effective treatments for brain injuries and diseases.
Professors Sylvia Wilson Thomas and Daniel Yeh selected for Florida Inventors Hall of Fame
Thomas and Yeh are among the nine inductees in this year’s class receiving the prestigious honor for their notable contributions to scientific and technological advancements.
ABC Action News: USF professor at the forefront of solar power innovations and helps teach the next generation of engineers
"Yogi Goswami's inventions are placed around the world. He developed a new combined Power and Cooling Cycle now known as the Goswami Cycle."
April 22, 2024Biological, Faculty
Dr. Passaglia Tackles Glaucoma with Novel Technology
Dr. Passaglia and his lab published two papers related to intraocular pressure: "Characterization of intraocular pressure variability in conscious rats" and "Simulation of gravity- and pump-driven perfusion techniques for measuring outflow facility of ex vivo and in vivo eyes."
Daniel Yeh's NEWGenerator scores AUTM Better World Project Award for USF
USF has been awarded the AUTM Better Project Award, thanks to USF's Technology Transfer Office, Civil & Environmental Engineering professor Daniel Yeh and Yeh's NEWGenerator, a solar-powered innovation providing off-grid water sanitation for people in remote locations.
February 23, 2024Civil Environmental, Faculty, Research
Faculty Spotlight - Hispanic Heritage Month: Marbin Pazos Revilla
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Marbin Pazos-Revilla
Florida Inventors Hall of Fame: Dr. Norma Alcantar on ABC Action News Morning Blend
Florida Inventors Hall of Fame inductee Dr. Normal Alcantar appeared on Tampa Bay's Morning Blend on ABC Action News to discuss what it means to be an honored member of Florida's elite science community.
August 21, 2023Biological, Faculty, Research
6 Engineering faculty join 22 at USF recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement Awards
From improving water quality to advancing mental health care, to pursuing new treatments for Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease, 22 USF faculty members are being recognized next month with Faculty Outstanding Research Achievement Awards. The recipients’ research accomplishments span a variety of fields across biology, business, communication, education, engineering, medicine, psychology and public health.