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New research finds that even cacti are severely threatened in a warmer, drier world
An international research team led by the University of South Florida found that forecasts are underestimating threats to biodiversity – even to exceptionally resilient species such as cactus.
November 12, 2026Research and Innovation
Understanding the hidden wounds of military service
USF Health's HBOT substudies take a closer look at how sleep, hearing and balance and the gut-brain connection may provide new insight to the path of recovery from the hidden wounds of military service.
November 9, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
New paint developed at USF could keep your home cooler and lower energy bills
A special white paint developed at USF could offer a new way to cool buildings, reduce energy consumption and lessen reliance on air conditioning. Created in the lab of Professor Yogi Goswami, the self-cooling paint is applied to roofs and reflects up to 98% of incoming sunlight. During outdoor testing, it cooled surfaces by as much as 13.5 degrees Fahrenheit below the surrounding air temperature.
November 5, 2026Research and Innovation
USF combines AI-powered mapping and community outreach to fight dengue
As Hillsborough County faces a record dengue outbreak, USF faculty and students are combining AI powered mapping, mosquito surveillance and public outreach to help predict risks and target interventions.
October 29, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
New AI-powered mosquito trap could help curb dengue outbreaks
As Florida continues to face one of its worst dengue outbreaks in nearly a century, an innovative mosquito trap is being brought to market by USF startup Digitomy – helping curb the spread of the virus and other mosquito-borne diseases. The AI-patented technology has achieved more than 98% accuracy in identifying mosquito species during laboratory testing.
October 23, 2026Research and Innovation
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-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