https://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/Recent posts from News Storiesen-usTue, 14 Jul 2026 20:30:44 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, USF researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.External ArticleWed, 08 Jul 2026 14:54:08 USF’s Keys Marine Laboratory prepares for historic El Niño threat to Florida’s Coral ReefRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, USF researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.Rescued corals in temperature-controlled seawater tables at Keys Marine Laboratoryhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxUSF Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.External ArticleWed, 01 Jul 2026 08:39:29 USF Health study shows promise of non-surgical treatment for slipped discsUSF Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.A patient, lying on her back, using the specialized computer‑controlled device DRX9000Chttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.External ArticleFri, 26 Jun 2026 13:27:47 USF research highlights inconsistencies in state laws on adolescent consent after sexual assaultUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.Gloved hands holding a vial containing a hair sample, labeled "Victim" https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.External ArticleMon, 22 Jun 2026 15:06:04 New USF study reveals the hidden toll of financial sextortion on teenage boys and menA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.Male using their smartphonehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.External ArticleThu, 18 Jun 2026 09:25:39 USF Health secures new funding to advance research on promising liver cancer drugAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.liver cancerhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxHealth,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 13:11:48 Resilience and resolve drive marine researchers in the wake of disasterAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II showing appreciation for the community’s support aboard the craft, holding signage that reads "St. Pete Strong"https://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.External ArticleTue, 09 Jun 2026 00:32:27 How eye movements and brain activity shape reading comprehensionReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.eye testhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxA devastating fire displaced researchers at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.External ArticleMon, 08 Jun 2026 00:39:36 After devastating fire, USF oceanographers race to keep hurricane forecasts on trackA devastating fire displaced researchers at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.boathttps://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought USF researchers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.External ArticleFri, 05 Jun 2026 08:51:27 USF expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatmentA remote Antarctic expedition has brought USF researchers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.underwater diverhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 10:51:07 70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouseSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.collage of USF research photoshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe University of South Florida is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:58:11 USF invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impactThe University of South Florida is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university.Dayane Reishttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxResearchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.External ArticleMon, 18 May 2026 00:38:27 USF researchers want to clear the air on traffic pollution in TampaIf you live near an interstate or busy roadway in Tampa, you can literally wipe the grime from auto exhaust off your windows. Imagine breathing all that stuff into your lungs. Such pollution is a serious issue as traffic continues to grow and researchers want to improve ways to monitor airborne contaminants and build more robust data on their levels and impact.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-want-to-clear-the-air-on-traffic-pollution-in-tampa.aspxResearch