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USF Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementia
If unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? USF's Hariom Yadav, PhD, has developed a promising cocktail.
April 29, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird flu
The Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.
April 28, 2025College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, Research
The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementia
Harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.
April 28, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Eleven USF faculty recognized with research achievement and innovation excellence awards
Their contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.
April 15, 2025Honors & Awards, Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked No. 1 in the state, among nation’s top tier by U.S. News & World Report
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.
April 8, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Three USF Health faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science
11 USF faculty were inducted, marking the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.
March 27, 2025Honors & Awards, Research
USF Health virologist Dr. Christian Bréchot elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology
Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD, senior associate dean for Research for Global Affairs and AVP in the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, has been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.
March 13, 2025Honors & Awards, Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Demand for biomedical engineers drives USF to expand department
Renovations are underway to expand USF’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.
March 6, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Global experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomes
Experts from around the world recently gathered at USF Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.
March 5, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Record-breaking USF Health Research Day showcases innovation and discovery
More than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual USF Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the University of South Florida and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four USF Health colleges.
February 28, 2025Research
Dr. Erica Herzog, USF Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches pulmonary fibrosis
Dr. Erica Herzog, USF Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches new ways to understand and treat pulmonary fibrosis.
February 25, 2025Research
USF Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease research
USF has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.
February 11, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research