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USF opens cutting-edge lab aimed at rapidly providing military solutions
Managed by USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering, the new Rapid Experimentation Lab provides a unique, collaborative space to rapidly test concepts for the U.S. Department of Defense.
March 22, 2024Research and Innovation
USF receives $2.7 million gift to support student scholarships
The gift from late Palm Harbor resident and former NASA engineer Tom Tiedemann will support students in the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing and the School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences, which is housed in the Morsani College of Medicine.
March 19, 2024USF Foundation
USF research funding reaches record high of $692 million
Research funding awarded to USF reached an all-time high of $692 million in fiscal year 2023, representing an increase of nearly 27% from the previous year and elevating USF’s stature as one of the nation’s most research-intensive universities.
March 18, 2024Research and Innovation
CyberHerd wins NCAE Cyber Games South East Regionals while maintaining grueling practice schedule
USF College of Engineering's cyber competition team has transformed from a casual student organization to a reckoning force in the world of collegiate cyber defense competition.
March 11, 2024Student Success
Ahead of Grand Prix, Bulls Racing ignites passion for cars
Every year, members of the Bulls Racing team design and manufacture a race car from scratch for a competition. With the approach of the St. Petersburg Grand Prix next door to the USF St. Petersburg campus, learn more about the tight-knit organization and the students who have a passion for cars.
March 6, 2024Student Success
Synapse showcases USF’s leadership in the tech industry
With USF’s largest presence yet, the conference highlighted the university’s endeavors and collaborative initiatives that are shaping the future of technology in Tampa Bay.
February 28, 2024Research and Innovation
Science fiction meets reality, USF researchers develop technique to overcome obstructed views
An algorithm created by USF researchers can be used to see around obstacles, eventually helping save lives.
February 20, 2024Research and Innovation
Stroke therapy shoe invented at USF empowers patients’ recovery
New research finds the iStride device improves gait speed and symmetry within one week of use. Its success inspired a stroke patient to fly in from Mexico for therapy. She’s now climbing stairs, dancing and taking walks with friends.
January 17, 2024Research and Innovation
Top stories of 2023
From being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.
December 15, 2023University News
USF researchers help reduce lead levels in Madagascar drinking water
By combining efforts to replace water pumps and educate city technicians, USF researchers helped decrease the blood lead levels of 87 percent of the children tested during their study.
November 16, 2023Research and Innovation
USF researchers to play key role in making Tampa roads safer
Through a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, USF's Center for Urban Transportation Research will collaborate with the city of Tampa to implement essential speed mitigation measures along select roadways in underserved Tampa communities.
November 7, 2023Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
New USF tech programs aim to fill industry talent gaps
To fill talent pipeline gaps in semiconductor technology, artificial intelligence, and data sciences industries, the University of South Florida has introduced four innovative programs designed to equip early- and mid-career professionals with the skills and knowledge required to excel in these fast-changing fields.
October 11, 2023Student Success