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AI analysis reveals dramatic rise in global ocean algae blooms

Professor Chuanmin Hu, senior author from the USF College of Marine Science, and his colleagues used artificial intelligence to examine 1.2 million satellite images covering the global ocean.

August 6, 2026Faculty & Staff

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USF students expand global security perspectives at the University of Cambridge

More than 4,400 miles and 750 years separate the University of South Florida and Cambridge University, but this summer a group of global security students from USF blended in seamlessly with the learning community at this iconic institution.

August 5, 2026Events, Students

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USF global alumnus Giacomo La Rosa '99: An entrepreneurial journey

From Italy to USF, Giacomo La Rosa reflects on the impact of USF on his career path. After graduating, he launched his first business, an international business advisory and strategic consulting firm, Graphitarget, in Tampa.

August 4, 2026Alumni, Global Networks

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From Colombia to USF: Muñoz translates ideas across cultures

When Marcela Muñoz arrived in the U.S., she wasn't planning on pursuing public health. In fact, her journey to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) has taken her across countries, careers and academic disciplines.

August 3, 2026Alumni

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Collaboration in learning: USF instructor Margarita Altuna recognized as a SUNY COIL ambassador for Virtual Global Exchange Project 

As a USF Instructor and champion of virtual global exchange (VGE), Margarita Altuna is helping connect students across the globe from inside her classroom. 

August 3, 2026Faculty & Staff

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Is Nolan's 'Odyssey' faithful to Homer? USF faculty weigh in

Audiences have been divided over Nolan’s creative direction since Universal Pictures released the first promotional images last year, and USF faculty add to the commentary.

July 30, 2026Faculty & Staff

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In visit to the iconic center of British diplomacy, USF students hear life lessons from trailblazer Dame Karen Pierce

Dame Karen Pierce has built a reputation as one of the United Kingdom’s most influential international representatives. July at the British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, she spoke to a group of USF students enrolled in the USF in London summer program.

July 22, 2026Events

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Catching up with honors alum Sy-Woei Hao

From her start as a biology and psychology major at the University of South Florida to her current pursuit of a PhD in educational psychology at her alma mater, Sy-Woei Hao’s academic journey has been motivated by her compassion for others and desire to find meaningful ways to make an impact. She currently invests in the next generation of law students at Stetson University College of Law as Assistant Director of Dispute Resolution and works as a practicing attorney.

July 20, 2026Alumni

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“Getting out into the natural world:” Professor Lynn Martin on biology, mentorship and global research collaboration

The house sparrow is so common that most people hardly notice it. But for USF Professor Lynn Martin, the small brown bird has become the center of a global scientific collaboration spanning numerous countries and offering new insights for animals — and perhaps humans.

July 2, 2026Faculty & Staff

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INTENNSE starts a second season with USF alum Yannick Yoshizawa and alum Roberto Cid powering the game

INTENNSE — a professional tennis league with a fast-paced, team-based format — kicked off its opening weekend at the Arena at Assembly Studios in Atlanta. Founding member and USF alum, Yannick Yoshizawa, believes the league will change the tennis landscape.

July 2, 2026Alumni, Global Networks

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Stronger ties: USF visits Seoul in joint research conference with Sungkyunkwan University

The trip solidified the partnership between the two academic institutions, which began in 2025, as well as USF’s growing international research collaborations and global engagement efforts.

July 1, 2026Events

Catching up with honors alum Carla Irizarry-Delgado

From starting her first year as a PhD student this fall to educating others on health-related research, Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Carla Irizarry-Delgado is quickly turning her passion for public health education into a career in epidemiology research.

June 30, 2026Alumni

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