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Dengue in Tampa Bay: What should residents know?
USF Health experts explain how dengue spreads, symptoms to watch for, how Tampa Bay residents can prevent mosquito bites and what researchers are learning about dengue in Florida.
October 26, 2026Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation, Sten Vermund
COPH Outstanding Alumni Award winner Aditi Desai created a career of passion and pivots
USF College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Aditi Desai joined a growing list of alumni recognized for their exceptional service and dedication to public health. She was one of two awarded a 2026 COPH Outstanding Alumni Award, presented on October 15 as part of the COPH Award and Recognition Ceremony.
October 23, 2026Alumni and Development, Awards and Honors, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
Research team uses new tool to define and predict harmful algal blooms
A new study by researchers at the University of South Florida and Florida Atlantic University has demonstrated that a promising DNA sequencing tool can rapidly identify harmful algae in coastal waters, offering a new approach for monitoring species that could lead to improved methods for detecting potentially dangerous species before blooms become widespread.
October 14, 2026Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation
USF cancer research gets shot in the arm with $6 million in state awards
The University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute expect to be better equipped to study and treat cancer thanks to $6 million divided among three awards from the Florida Department of Health. Some of the money will help consolidate oncology efforts onto a single, more effective platform.
September 25, 2026Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation, Sten Vermund
USF Health researchers identify promising vaccine target in malaria parasite
USF Health researchers have identified a previously unknown weakness in Plasmodium vivax, a malaria parasite that infects millions worldwide, paving the way for the development of a potential new vaccine.
September 25, 2026Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation
New faces, new roles: COPH welcomes hires and celebrates transitions
The COPH welcomed several new faculty and staff members this summer while also celebrating members of the COPH community who stepped into new roles.
August 18, 2026College News, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
USF names new dean for the Office of Graduate Studies
The University of South Florida announced the appointment of Derek Wildman as the new dean of the Office of Graduate Studies, bringing to the role a deep commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, mentorship and student success.
August 6, 2026Awards and Honors, College News, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
Getting out into the natural world:” Professor Lynn Martin on biology, mentorship and global research collaboration
The house sparrow is so common that most people hardly notice it. But for Dr. Lynn "Marty" Martin, the small brown bird has become the center of a global scientific collaboration spanning numerous countries and offering new insights into how animals - and perhaps humans - adapt to changing environments.
August 6, 2026Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation
Same fire, different year: Why we struggle to learn from our mistakes
We already know the dangers associated with freelancing, fatigue, poor command, among other key challenges - so why don’t we change?
August 6, 2026Alumni and Development, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
USF students learn real-life scenarios through innovative classroom game
What does a role-playing game have to do with improving the health of mothers and their children?
July 20, 2026Community Health Sciences, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Student Life
Leading by example: Dr. Jeremy Corrigan's journey to national recognition
Growing up in Tok, Alaska, a town of fewer than 1,000 people, Dr. Jeremy Corrigan never imagined his path would lead him to national recognition as a public health leader. Today, the USF College of Public Health (COPH) alumnus serves as laboratory director for the San Diego County Public Health Laboratory and is the recipient of the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) LEAD Award, honoring his leadership, advocacy and commitment to strengthening the public health workforce.
July 20, 2026Alumni and Development, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
COPH names new academic and research leaders
The COPH is welcoming several leadership transitions this summer as faculty members take on new roles across the college and USF Health. The appointments recognize years of service to the college while supporting its continued focus on education, research, faculty development and community engagement.
July 13, 2026Biostatistics and Data Sciences, College News, Community Health Sciences, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Sten Vermund