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USF-led project with Tampa Electric helps advance next-generation power grid intelligence
Through a $3.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, USF researchers are collaborating with TECO to develop a digital twin — a virtual copy of the utility's power system. Using real-time data from TECO facilities, the computer model continuously mirrors real-world grid conditions.
September 24, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
University of South Florida selected as site of new U.S. Patent and Trademark Office serving Florida, southeast region
Inventors, entrepreneurs and small businesses across Florida and the southeast will have greater access to resources to protecting their ideas, inventions and brands through a new U.S. Patent and Trademark Office community engagement office at the University of South Florida.
September 23, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF renews Fuse Transfer Program, expanding pathways from Florida colleges to bachelor’s degrees
Fuse allows students who earn their associates degree in specific majors at a participating community or state college to transfer to USF and complete a bachelor’s degree in two years.
September 21, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success, University News
From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
At every stage of a storm, University of South Florida researchers and expertise help inform decisions, strengthen preparedness and support recovery.
September 21, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF internships turn into careers at Tampa Bay tech company
Nearly 9 in 10 employees at Four Winds IT started as interns. See how the Sarasota tech company’s internship program is turning emerging talent into its next generation of employees.
September 16, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
NOAA awards USF seafloor mapping initiative $8.5 million
Accurate seafloor maps are vital for safe and efficient maritime transportation, natural resource management and improved forecasts of storm surges resulting from hurricanes and other tropical weather events.
September 15, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Through internships, USF Institute of Applied Engineering opens direct pathway to defense careers
The USF Institute of Applied Engineering provides students with hands-on internships that connect them directly to defense, cybersecurity, and engineering careers, often leading to full-time roles with government agencies and private contractors. They are not accepting internship applications.
September 10, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
Uptown Landing name unveiled as construction begins on transformative mixed-use destination at USF
Largest public-private partnership project in State University System history will bring student housing, restaurants, retail, hotel, conference and research space to USF
September 8, 2026Community Partnerships, University News
USF humanities students chart new career paths through $4.8 million internship program
One year after its launch, see how the first cohort of Mellon-funded interns is gaining hands-on experience across Tampa Bay through a program that will eventually provide up to 900 paid internships annually, funded by a five-year, $4.8 million grant from the Mellon Foundation.
August 31, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
USF engineers develop technology to help nuclear power plants improve maintenance of a critical safety system
The technology addresses a longstanding maintenance issue involving specialized ice condensers used in certain nuclear power plants.
August 19, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF Mo-Bull clinic expands access to care through partnerships with Tampa Bay Downs and community organizations
Thanks to new partnerships, the Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic is reaching more communities, helping its nurses improve health across Tampa Bay.
August 4, 2026Community Partnerships, USF Health
USF’s Keys Marine Laboratory prepares for historic El Niño threat to Florida’s Coral Reef
Record-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, USF researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.
July 8, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation