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USF researchers identify ‘tipping point’ that caused sargassum invasion in the Caribbean
The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt has puzzled researchers since 2011. A new model at the University of South Florida demonstrates that the algae was brought to the tropics by strong currents, and thrived in ideal growing conditions.
March 13, 2025Research and Innovation
USF women's basketball scores AAC conference championship
The team defeated Rice University, winning an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. USF women's basketball is the second team in conference history to win multiple tournament titles.
March 13, 2025USF Athletics
USF ranks among top 20 public universities for new patents
Based on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, USF is 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.
March 11, 2025Research and Innovation
Driving change: USF Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic delivers healthcare across Tampa Bay
The USF Health College of Nursing's medical clinic on wheels is a state-of-the-art mobile unit providing healthcare needs to communities throughout Tampa Bay while educating the next generation of nurses.
March 11, 2025Community Partnerships, USF Health
Historic $40M gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at USF, solidifying Tampa Bay as “Cyber Bay”
The nation’s first named college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity will drive workforce development, national security and economic growth.
March 11, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success, USF Foundation, University News
From first-generation student to future pediatrician, meet USF’s Julio Blanco III
Julio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining USF was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams.
March 7, 2025Student Success
Patience pays off for USF walk-on turned record-breaking wide receiver Sean Atkins
Sean Atkins didn’t receive much attention coming out of high school as a 5’10” wide receiver. He joined the Bulls football program as a walk-on, but he never stopped believing in himself. During this time, he balanced a full-time job to pay rent, his studies and early morning football practice, and he eventually earned a full athletics scholarship.
March 7, 2025Student Success, USF Athletics
How Dr. Yael Bensoussan uses AI and the human voice at USF to detect disease
Dr. Yael Bensoussan didn’t always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.
March 7, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
What sparked USF student Libby Royer’s passion for storm-proofing coastlines
USF doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.
March 7, 2025Student Success
John Licato helping bring Florida’s first AI and cybersecurity college to life at USF
John Licato is pioneering the future. His interest in video games led to a passion for technology, and he has since dedicated his education, research and career to the field. As an associate professor at the University of South Florida, he shares his passion with students and teaches the future AI and cybersecurity leaders of tomorrow.
March 7, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation
Demand for biomedical engineers drives USF to expand department
Renovations are underway to expand USF’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.
March 6, 2025Research and Innovation
Brunch on the Bay raises more than $400,000 for USF student scholarships
The signature philanthropic event at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrated the deep ties between the campus and the community.
March 3, 2025Community Partnerships, USF Foundation