https://www.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usWed, 16 Sep 2026 04:53:29 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/through-internships-usf-institute-of-applied-engineering-opens-direct-pathway-to-defense-careers.aspxThe USF Institute of Applied Engineering provides students with hands-on internships that connect them directly to defense, cybersecurity, and engineering careers, often leading to full-time roles with government agencies and private contractors. They are not accepting internship applications.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:09:15 Through internships, USF Institute of Applied Engineering opens direct pathway to defense careersThe USF Institute of Applied Engineering provides students with hands-on internships that connect them directly to defense, cybersecurity, and engineering careers, often leading to full-time roles with government agencies and private contractors. They are not accepting internship applications.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/through-internships-usf-institute-of-applied-engineering-opens-direct-pathway-to-defense-careers.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Institute of Applied Engineering,Paul Guzzohttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-advances-national-security-research-new-secure-cloud-infrastructure-powered-by-amazon-web-services.aspxThe new secure cloud infrastructure will expand defense and aerospace-focused research, accelerate technology development and prepare students for careers supporting national security.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:09:35 USF advances national security research, becoming first in Florida to implement new secure cloud infrastructure powered by Amazon Web ServicesThe new secure cloud infrastructure will expand defense and aerospace-focused research, accelerate technology development and prepare students for careers supporting national security.Entrance to the University of South Floridahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-advances-national-security-research-new-secure-cloud-infrastructure-powered-by-amazon-web-services.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://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/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspxThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the University of South Florida is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:19:32 USF engineers develop radio-frequency training tech for U.S. Army under expansive partnershipThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the University of South Florida is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.USF student and IAE engineer work on Army devicehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://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/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the University of South Florida to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the University of South Florida to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Two women in a labhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Healthhttps://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/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxThe University of South Florida has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:53:21 USF secures contract with U.S. Army, strengthening collaboration with Department of DefenseThe University of South Florida has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities. IAE President and CEO Darren Schumacher; USF President Rhea Law; Eric Moore, deputy to the commanding general, U.S. Army DEVCOM; Adam Rawlett, senior scientist, U.S. Army Research Lab; Norma Alcantar, engineering professor and associate dean of researchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student Success,University NewsCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MacDill Air Force Base,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-invention-helps-u-s-military-counter-deadly-improvised-explosive-device-attacks.aspxWhat started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at USF is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:16:00 USF invention helps U.S. military counter deadly improvised explosive devicesWhat started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at USF is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.Tony Lattanze works on the JCREW with a service memberhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-invention-helps-u-s-military-counter-deadly-improvised-explosive-device-attacks.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-strengthens-research-into-potential-military-brain-injury-with-new-federal-funding.aspxResults from a key study led by the University of South Florida about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:22:38 USF strengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal fundingResults from a key study led by the University of South Florida about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.Drawing of a soldier showing how the face is impacted by exposure to repeated blasthttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-strengthens-research-into-potential-military-brain-injury-with-new-federal-funding.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,Tina Meketahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, USF is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:22:56 USF’s commitment to community drives new partnerships and innovationFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, USF is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Christian Wells at community conversation eventhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,USF Health,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,USF Healthhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:14 Top stories of 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Collage of polaroid photos with the words, 2024, a bold, new erahttps://www.usf.edu/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,Florida Legislature,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,Top Stories,USF Athletics,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine