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Seeing what others can’t: Dr. Pedram Hamrah’s quest to transform chronic eye pain treatment
Through groundbreaking discoveries in corneal nerve and immune function, Dr. Pedram Hamrah is transforming the future of chronic eye pain diagnosis and treatment.
October 12, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF researchers develop living heart valves that could reduce repeated surgeries for children
At just 4 years old, Meadow Boes has already undergone three major heart surgeries. Now, inspired by children like Meadow, USF researchers are developing living heart valves designed to integrate with the body and adapt as patients grow – potentially reducing the need for repeated surgeries.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
A new hope for dogs with dementia: USF Health researchers explore gene therapy
Aging dogs can experience a form of dementia that leaves them confused, disoriented and lost – with few treatment options available. USF Health researchers are exploring a gene therapy that could slow the progression of canine cognitive decline while potentially offering new insights into Alzheimer’s disease in humans.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health launches new institute to speed path from eye research to patient care
The USF Health Institute for Sight Innovation and Translational Research bridges laboratory research in ophthalmology with patient care, serving as hub for rigorous clinical investigation and multisite collaboration with industry partners and research institutions.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
From mountains to molecules: Laura Bohn’s pursuit of safer pain relief
A leader in molecular pharmacology, Dr. Laura Bohn is redefining understanding of pain relief and the pathways that could lead to safer therapies.
October 6, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
New USF technology advances understanding of eye pressure and glaucoma
Using a first-of-its-kind wireless eye-pressure monitoring system, USF researchers uncovered new links between the brain, circadian rhythms and light exposure that may help regulate eye pressure. The findings offer new insight into one of glaucoma's most important risk factors and could inform future approaches to understanding and treating the disease.
September 30, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
A steady hand: Dr. Nicholas Panetta is pushing the limits of robotic surgery for lymphedema
From pioneering the world’s first fully robotic lymphovenous bypass to advancing preventive surgical approaches, Dr. Nicholas J. Panetta is transforming the future of lymphedema treatment and prevention.
September 30, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health researchers uncover a hidden brain region that helps regulate metabolism
USF Health study identifies the first known function of an understudied brain region that helps coordinate how the body responds to cold temperatures and regulates metabolic health.
September 25, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF inventors make history as university’s first team to advance to National Inventors Hall of Fame’s Collegiate Inventors Competition
A USF Health student team has developed a new type of EEG electrode designed to improve how electrical activity in the brain is measured, with the potential to significantly improve patient comfort, signal quality and the efficiency of neurological monitoring.
September 24, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health financial aid director and medical student recognized as Culture Champions
Joan Bailey and Sarah McCrackin were recognized as USF Health Culture Champions for their commitment to serving the students of USF Health.
September 15, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
Fifty years later, landmark Robert Gallo discovery recognized as a foundation for modern cancer immunotherapy
A groundbreaking discovery by Dr. Gallo half a century ago helped establish the scientific foundation for modern cancer immunotherapy. Now, two of the world’s leading immunologists are revisiting the discovery and its enduring impact on medicine in a new Landmark Perspective in Science.
September 10, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health accelerated residency gives physical therapy students a head start on specialty training
Graduates of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program have traditionally faced two choices: either enter the workforce immediately or spend another year or more in specialty training. At the USF Health School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, students interested in orthopaedics have another option.
September 10, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy