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USF Health, Tampa General study finds colorectal cancer’s immune defenses may begin outside the cancer cell
Researchers from USF Health and Tampa General Hospital have identified a key mechanism that helps metastatic colorectal cancer evade immune defenses, a discovery that could improve future cancer treatments.
October 22, 2026Research and Innovation
USF reaches record $775 million in research funding, leading to more real-world impact and solutions
The University of South Florida continues to grow its research enterprise, attracting increased federal support and private investment for impactful work that advances discovery, drives innovation and addresses challenges facing communities and industries.
October 22, 2026Research and Innovation, University News
USF Board of Trustees to consider student fee increases
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to increase the activity & service fee, transportation access fee and out-of-state fee at a board meeting rescheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026.
October 22, 2026University News
USF-founded startup tests personalized hydration tracker with student-athletes
USF-founded startup syp is piloting its hydration-monitoring technology with student-athletes. Developed by USF students, the system combines a smart sleeve and a mobile app to deliver personalized hydration insights.
October 20, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF researchers help document drastic decline in Gulf marine life
A long-term study of deep-sea ecosystems in the Gulf finds a sudden, severe and unprecedented decline in marine life for over a decade, and suggests the likely cause is the Deepwater Horizon oil spill from 16 years ago.
October 19, 2026Research and Innovation
USF study finds persistent gaps in hearing aid coverage, especially for older and lower-income adults
A 15-year analysis finds progress in mandated hearing aid coverage, but many older and lower-income adults remain without guaranteed benefits.
October 16, 2026Research and Innovation
Astronauts to test USF students’ wound-healing research aboard the International Space Station
To improve wound care in microgravity, a team of USF undergraduate students developed a wound-healing hydrogel that will soon be tested in space. Their project is scheduled to launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center aboard the SpaceX CRS-35 mission, which will deliver supplies to the International Space Station as part of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program.
October 15, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF receives $2 million to create Florida’s first university AI and Cyber Makerspace
The facility will expand hands-on learning and research in secure, trustworthy AI and cybersecurity while supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, industry partnerships and workforce training to help strengthen Tampa Bay’s technology economy and prepare graduates for careers.
October 15, 2026Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF launches national security hub with funding secured by Rep. Gus Bilirakis, expanding partnership with U.S. Central Command
Supported by a $1.63 million appropriation from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the new lab brings advanced technology and modeling capabilities to USF’s growing national security research enterprise.
October 13, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success
From dungeon to a destination: USF unveils reimagined Academic Success Center
Following a yearlong renovation, the University of South Florida has transformed its once-cramped “dungeon” Academic Success Center into a bright, collaborative learning hub nearly twice its former size, featuring expanded tutoring, writing and study spaces.
October 13, 2026Student Success
USF welcomes the Tampa Bay community to Homecoming events Oct. 12-17
Homecoming, one of USF’s oldest and most treasured traditions, coincides this year with the university’s 70th anniversary. The theme, Forever Green and Gold, honors the enduring connection generations of Bulls share with the university.
October 8, 2026University News
USF students build career skills at the magical world of Disney
During the past several years, more USF students are taking advantage of a paid internship program where they live at Walt Disney World Resort to get on-site job training for careers in hospitality, management, performance and more.
October 7, 2026Student Success