University of South Florida News
USF Announces $10 Million Gift to Name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy
The University of South Florida announced today it has received a $10 million gift from Taneja Family Foundation to name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy.
August 16, 2019USF Health, University News
Religion Associated with HPV Vaccination Rate for College Women
It’s been more than a decade since a vaccine was introduced to prevent contraction of human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted disease in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends patients start receiving the vaccine between ages 11 and 12, with catch-up vaccination recommended for certain groups through age 26. However, a new study conducted at the University of South Florida found many female college students have not been inoculated and religion may be a contributing factor.
August 19, 2019Research and Innovation, USF Health
Making Microbes that Transform Greenhouse Gases
Researchers at the University of South Florida are harnessing the power of human physiology to transform greenhouse gases into usable chemical compounds – a method that could help lessen industrial dependence on petroleum and reduce our carbon footprint.
August 13, 2019Research and Innovation
Latino Scholarship Program Provides Financial Aid to Nearly 150 USF Students
The dream of pursuing a college education will continue for 140 University of South Florida students, who will be awarded financial assistance this week through the USF Latino Scholarship Program. The group of students will receive more than $278,000 in scholarships for the 2019-20 academic year, made possible through generous gifts to the USF Foundation.
August 14, 2019University News
Hearing Loss May Be Preventable with Development of New Drug
The first ever medication to treat age-related hearing loss could potentially receive FDA approval through a comprehensive study being conducted at the University of South Florida.
August 12, 2019Research and Innovation
USF In The News
USF Magazine
USF's new president, Steve Currall, and his wife, Cheyenne, share their backgrounds and excitement about joining the USF family.