https://www.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usFri, 17 Apr 2026 21:17:59 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxUSF 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.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:27:20 Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientistsUSF 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.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,School of Geoscienceshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.External ArticleMon, 06 Apr 2026 08:23:53 Two USF students named Goldwater ScholarsComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.Caleb Fernandes and USF College of Arts and Sciences student Diya Upadhyaya https://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxStudent SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Arts and Sciences,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxMichael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been recognized for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements by one of the world's largest general scientific societies and publisher of the Science family of journals.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:59 Five USF faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceMichael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been recognized for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements by one of the world's largest general scientific societies and publisher of the Science family of journals.Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro with the words, "University of South Florida 2025 AAA Class of Fellowshttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Nursinghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:45:19 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.Older man wearing headphones in a science labhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/two-paths-converge-at-usf-in-battle-against-infectious-disease.aspxA suggestion from a middle school student set Claudia Zamora Cisnero on a new path that led her back to USF. Learn how she’s working alongside a world-renowned scientist whose own lifelong battle with infection is fueling their study of drug-resistant bacteria.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:50:42 From middle school classroom to medical crisis, two paths converge at USF in battle against infectious diseaseA suggestion from a middle school student set Claudia Zamora Cisnero on a new path that led her back to USF. Learn how she’s working alongside a world-renowned scientist whose own lifelong battle with infection is fueling their study of drug-resistant bacteria.Claudia and Les standing in a lab, wearing white coats, smiling, and making the "go bulls" hand gesture. Text reads "Boundless Bulls".https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/two-paths-converge-at-usf-in-battle-against-infectious-disease.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Torie Dollhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxAlong the seawall of Bayboro Harbor, a group of USF students and professors installed 3D-printed habitats they hope will soon house oysters that can filter thousands of gallons of water per day – improving water quality and ecosystem health.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 09:34:12 USF helping to restore Tampa Bay’s oyster populations by 3D-printing habitatsAlong the seawall of Bayboro Harbor, a group of USF students and professors installed 3D-printed habitats they hope will soon house oysters that can filter thousands of gallons of water per day – improving water quality and ecosystem health.Students stand near Bayboro Harborhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:02:24 USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Two men work on a rockethttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Nursing,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxDespite the common fear of spiders, USF researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:20:26 Unraveling the web of brown recluse myths in FloridaDespite the common fear of spiders, USF researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Brown Recluse Spider https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Experts Guide,Joey Garcia,Research and Innovationhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/inside-the-game-of-usf-mens-basketball-standout-izaiyah-nelson.aspxVideo: At 6-foot-10, USF men’s basketball forward Izaiyah Nelson is a powerhouse on the court. Learn more about the senior communications major and American Conference Player of Week.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:01:40 Inside the game of USF men’s basketball standout Izaiyah NelsonVideo: At 6-foot-10, USF men’s basketball forward Izaiyah Nelson is a powerhouse on the court. Learn more about the senior communications major and American Conference Player of Week. Izaiyah Nelsonhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/inside-the-game-of-usf-mens-basketball-standout-izaiyah-nelson.aspxUSF AthleticsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Savannah Ruizhttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/history-of-usf-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspxAs USF celebrates 70 years since its founding, the College of Arts and Sciences is reflecting on the role it played in shaping USF’s past, present and future as one of the most research-intensive universities.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 09:14:29 A foundation for the future: How the College of Arts and Sciences helped USF take shapeAs USF celebrates 70 years since its founding, the College of Arts and Sciences is reflecting on the role it played in shaping USF’s past, present and future as one of the most research-intensive universities.Group of USF student in the 1960shttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/history-of-usf-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspx70th Anniversary70th anniversary,College of Arts and Scienceshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory – and could transform brain health for millions.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:47:13 How cell phone research at USF sparked a new approach to treating Alzheimer’s diseaseWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory – and could transform brain health for millions.Patient is fitted for the TEMT-RFhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxResearch and InnovationAnn Comer-Woods,College of Arts and Sciences,Technology Transfer Officehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:44:54 USF-engineered material uses sunlight to combat Florida's red tideWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.fish kills as a result of red tide https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Experts Guide,Joey Garcia