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USF expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatment
A 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.
June 5, 2026Research
USF invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternative
A USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.
June 5, 2026Health, Innovation
70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouse
Since 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.
May 29, 2026Research
USF invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impact
The 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.
May 21, 2026Research
Florida Inventors Hall of Fame honors 2026 inductees: Celebrating breakthrough innovators shaping the future
The Florida Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 inductees: ten pioneering inventors whose groundbreaking contributions span fields including telecommunications, cancer immunotherapy, patient monitoring, orthopedic surgery, environmental engineering, artificial intelligence, photonics, plasma science, semiconductor devices and minimally invasive medical technologies.
May 20, 2026Honors and Awards, Innovation
Five USF Students Selected for National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Two graduating seniors and three current graduate students from USF have been selected by the National Science Foundation to receive funding support for their graduate degrees. From engineering solutions to sustainability challenges to investigating occupational health, this year’s recipients are positioned to be leaders in their fields.
May 19, 2026Student Research
USF researchers want to clear the air on traffic pollution in Tampa
If 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.
May 18, 2026Research
Be positive: USF research shows your heart will thank you
Positive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.
May 14, 2026Research
USF experts available to discuss hurricane-related topics as El Niño shapes outlook for 2026 season
Expertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.
May 13, 2026Research
What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreak
Reports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.
Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to USF biomedical engineering seniorsExternal Article Title
Students in USF's biomedical engineering program are bringing ideas to life through hands on, industry sponsored design projects. For seniors in the program, this rewarding experience culminated in their capstone presentation. Fourteen prototypes were presented to eager faculty and industry partners, showcasing the graduates' year of hard work.
May 4, 2026Innovation
USF-led innovations tackle cybersecurity and health challenges with early-stage funding
The Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research continue to accelerate the translation of bold ideas into real-world impact through the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, announcing a new cohort of faculty-led projects poised for commercialization.
May 4, 2026Honors and Awards, Innovation