https://www.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSat, 09 May 2026 09:27:25 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxThe 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.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:48:12 USF and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national securityThe 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.Two men sit at simulation monitorshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Global and National Security Institute,Institute of Applied Engineering,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxNew research from the University of South Florida identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 08:45:20 New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gapNew research from the University of South Florida identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.Student interns shake hands at Reliaquesthttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,College of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/rushitha.aspxInspired by a guest speaker’s message about creating impact through research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool that helps patients and doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and easier to understand.External ArticleThu, 20 Nov 2025 14:45:38 USF doctoral student is creating an AI tool to turn complex cancer reports into clarityInspired by a guest speaker’s message about creating impact through research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool that helps patients and doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and easier to understand.Rushitha Mamidalahttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/rushitha.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computinghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/florida-employers-gain-competitive-edge-as-usf-expands-federally-funded-cybersecurity-program.aspxDue to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:58:33 Florida employers gain competitive edge as USF expands federally funded cybersecurity programDue to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.Man sits at computer screenshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/florida-employers-gain-competitive-edge-as-usf-expands-federally-funded-cybersecurity-program.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AICorporate Training and Professional Development,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-professor-and-son-team-up-to-integrate-artificial-intelligence-into-cancer-research.aspxDistinguished University Professor Dmitry Goldgof and his son, Dr. Gregory Goldgof, are combining AI and medicine – automating bone marrow analysis to improve the speed and accuracy of blood cancer diagnoses.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:00:00 USF professor and son team up to integrate artificial intelligence into cancer researchDistinguished University Professor Dmitry Goldgof and his son, Dr. Gregory Goldgof, are combining AI and medicine – automating bone marrow analysis to improve the speed and accuracy of blood cancer diagnoses.Gregory and Dmitry Goldgofhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-professor-and-son-team-up-to-integrate-artificial-intelligence-into-cancer-research.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Bold Research. Real Impact.,Cassidy Delamarterhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-launches-free-online-course-designed-for-ai-skill-building.aspxDesigned for individuals with no technical background, the short-form program provides practical, flexible and self-paced opportunities for professionals, educators and the general public to build confidence and skills in incorporating AI into their work and daily lives.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:20:25 USF launches free online course designed for AI skill buildingDesigned for individuals with no technical background, the short-form program provides practical, flexible and self-paced opportunities for professionals, educators and the general public to build confidence and skills in incorporating AI into their work and daily lives.John Licato and Sudeep Sarkar from USF stand in a studiohttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-launches-free-online-course-designed-for-ai-skill-building.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Student SuccessAlthea Johnson,Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Innovative Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/ai-and-citizen-science-reveal-potential-first-detection-of-invasive-malaria-mosquito-in-madagascar.aspxResearchers from the University of South Florida have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.External ArticleTue, 28 Oct 2025 11:26:26 AI and citizen science reveal potential first detection of invasive malaria mosquito in MadagascarResearchers from the University of South Florida have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.Mosquito in a petri dish and cell phonehttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/ai-and-citizen-science-reveal-potential-first-detection-of-invasive-malaria-mosquito-in-madagascar.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,John Dudleyhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/how-a-usf-designed-robot-can-aid-future-search-and-rescue-efforts.aspxUSF is working to improve communication in emergencies and everyday life by teaching robots to project instructions onto piles of rubble, walls and even chairs.Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 How a USF-designed robot can aid future search and rescue effortsUSF is working to improve communication in emergencies and everyday life by teaching robots to project instructions onto piles of rubble, walls and even chairs.Han with a student in his labhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/how-a-usf-designed-robot-can-aid-future-search-and-rescue-efforts.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarterhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-expand-innovation-footprint-through-partnership-with-the-ark-innovation-center.aspxAs part of the agreement, USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering will establish a presence at the state-of-the-art ARK Innovation Center in St. Petersburg, which serves as a launchpad for early-stage companies focused on disruptive technologies such as machine learning, energy, fintech, artificial intelligence and blockchain.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:48:17 USF, Florida High Tech Corridor expand innovation footprint through partnership with the ARK Innovation CenterAs part of the agreement, USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering will establish a presence at the state-of-the-art ARK Innovation Center in St. Petersburg, which serves as a launchpad for early-stage companies focused on disruptive technologies such as machine learning, energy, fintech, artificial intelligence and blockchain.ARK Innovation Center buildinghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-expand-innovation-footprint-through-partnership-with-the-ark-innovation-center.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineeringhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/simulated-cyberattack-national-security-highlight-inaugural-cyberbay-conference.aspxMore than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of Florida, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:51:15 Simulated cyberattack, national security highlight inaugural CyberBay conferenceMore than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of Florida, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.Laser show during CyberBay conferencehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/simulated-cyberattack-national-security-highlight-inaugural-cyberbay-conference.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AIBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Tina Meketa,USF Foundationhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/ryan_powers.aspxFrom delivering shoes to children in need to protecting national security systems, Ryan Powers’ journey is rooted in service. He reflects the kind of graduate student USF’s Bellini College attracts – resilient leaders with real-world experience, driven to gain advanced technical expertise.External ArticleTue, 30 Sep 2025 09:18:14 Shifting missions: How one Marine found a future in cybersecurity at USFFrom delivering shoes to children in need to protecting national security systems, Ryan Powers’ journey is rooted in service. He reflects the kind of graduate student USF’s Bellini College attracts – resilient leaders with real-world experience, driven to gain advanced technical expertise.Ryan Powers stands near an American flaghttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/ryan_powers.aspxCyber/AI,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computinghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usfs-cyberherd-hackers-become-movie-stars-in-documentary-on-collegiate-cybersecurity.aspxUSF’s CyberHerd team—musicians, athletes, artists and elite cyber competitors—takes center stage in the 75-minute documentary The Making of a Defender, chronicling their rise through the 2024–25 national cyber defense season. The movie premiered Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Marshall Student Center’s Oval Theater on the Tampa campus.Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:37:55 USF's CyberHerd: Hackers become movie stars in documentary on collegiate cybersecurityUSF’s CyberHerd team—musicians, athletes, artists and elite cyber competitors—takes center stage in the 75-minute documentary The Making of a Defender, chronicling their rise through the 2024–25 national cyber defense season. The movie premiered Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Marshall Student Center’s Oval Theater on the Tampa campus.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usfs-cyberherd-hackers-become-movie-stars-in-documentary-on-collegiate-cybersecurity.aspxCyber/AI,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cyber Florida,Cybersecurity,Global and National Security Institute,Paul Guzzo