News Feed
Viewing items with Category: All Categories, Year: All Years
What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreak
Reports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.
May 8, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to USF biomedical engineering seniors
Students in USF's biomedical engineering program are bringing ideas to life through hands on, industry sponsored design projects. For seniors in the program, this rewarding experience culminated in their capstone presentation. Fourteen prototypes were presented to eager faculty and industry partners, showcasing the graduates' year of hard work.
May 4, 2026Research and Innovation
USF-led innovations tackle cybersecurity and health challenges with early-stage funding
The Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.
May 4, 2026Research and Innovation
Students showcase discovery and innovation at 2026 OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference
More than 500 student research projects across USF’s three campuses were on display. Spanning disciplines from biomedical science and engineering to the arts, humanities, business, education and social sciences, the conference highlighted the depth of inquiry taking place at every stage of the undergraduate experience.
April 30, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
Rethinking augmented reality for children: USF study finds key design gap
Most augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A University of South Florida study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.
April 22, 2026Research and Innovation
USF honors 11 faculty members with research and innovation awards
Recipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise – spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work.
April 21, 2026Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adults
Senior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. USF research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.
April 16, 2026Research and Innovation
USF scientists solve 100 year-old mystery behind rubber that powers modern life
Researchers discovered how carbon black strengthens rubber to support extreme weight – a breakthrough that could lead to safer, longer-lasting materials.
April 16, 2026Research and Innovation
USF-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technology
A powerful partnership between the University of South Florida and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations – from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.
April 15, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success
Tracking decades of ecology in Florida’s marine environment
For more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.
April 14, 202670th Anniversary, Research and Innovation
Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientists
USF scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.
April 10, 2026Research and Innovation
USF and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national security
The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.
April 8, 2026Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation