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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 2, 2026Faculty & Staff
El Niño and its global impact on weather and climate
El Niño events can have significant impacts across the globe including on droughts, rainfall, and the development of tropical storms.
June 2, 2026Faculty & Staff
USF supply chain expert on gas prices, shipping and the Strait of Hormuz
As tensions in the Middle East continue to make headlines, experts warn that disruptions thousands of miles away can quickly affect everyday life in the United States — especially when it comes to fuel prices, shipping costs and the price of consumer goods.
May 29, 2026Faculty & Staff
Khalilah Caines is expanding social work education beyond borders
Through Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.
May 13, 2026Faculty & Staff
AUBG and University of South Florida launch pilot international virtual mentorship experience
Students at the Business Department of AUBG had the opportunity to participate in a unique mentorship program with graduate students from the USF Muma College of Business.
May 12, 2026Faculty & Staff
Could a seasonal flu shot help protect against bird flu? International study points to a surprising possibility
An international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.
April 28, 2026Faculty & Staff
USF presents 2026 Global Excellence Awards honoring international impact
The University of South Florida recognized 13 faculty and staff members whose work expanded students’ learning opportunities and strengthened the university’s international reach at the 2026 Global Excellence Awards on April 14.
April 20, 2026Events, Faculty & Staff
New DeBartolo chair will advance medieval Spanish research and Florida history
The College of Arts and Sciences named David Arbesú the 2026-2028 Edward DeBartolo Endowed Chair, recognizing the tenured professor of medieval and golden age Spanish for his active scholarship and engaged teaching.
April 6, 2026Faculty & Staff
Breaking down global conflict: Arman Mahmoudian brings world politics to the honors classroom
From Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the psychology behind political decision-making, Honors instructor Arman Mahmoudian helps students examine global conflict from new perspectives. His courses challenge students to critically engage with world events and the media narratives that shape them.
March 26, 2026Faculty & Staff
Linking ice melt to life in the Weddell Sea
Margaret Mars Brisbin ventured to Antarctica to understand how changing ice conditions impact microbial life in the region.
March 26, 2026Faculty & Staff
Ancient Bolivia settlement reveals early trade and boat use on Lake Titicaca
A new study led by Charles Stanish of the University of South Florida and published in Latin American Antiquity used modern radiocarbon testing on materials that were first excavated around 30 years ago.
March 22, 2026Faculty & Staff
COPH’s Dr. Angela Makris elected to lead international social marketing association
Dr. Angela Makris, an adjunct instructor and 2025 alumna of the USF College of Public Health (COPH), has been unanimously elected president of the International Social Marketing Association (iSMA).
March 17, 2026Accolades, Faculty & Staff